Overview — Bogotá
Bogotá sits at 8,600 feet — the altitude hits on arrival but you adjust within 48 hours. It is Colombia's intellectual and business capital. The dating scene is more educated and sophisticated than Medellín. Zona Rosa and Chapinero are the neighborhoods for expats. It rewards men who invest culturally rather than men seeking easy experiences.
What you need to know
- Zona Rosa — upscale restaurants, bars, the Gold Museum nearby
- Chapinero — artsy, younger, alternative social scene
- Usaquén — colonial charm, weekend antique markets, excellent restaurants
- La Candelaria — historic center, universities, avoid at night
- Ciclovía every Sunday — 75 miles of roads close to cars. The best social event in the city.
- Altitude (8,600 ft) affects alcohol tolerance significantly — drink slowly on arrival.
- Weather is cool year-round. Pack layers. The city's nickname is "the fridge."
Best neighborhoods
- Zona Rosa — upscale, expat-friendly
- Chapinero — artsy, LGBTQ-friendly, interesting
- Usaquén — colonial, weekend markets
- La Candelaria — historic, day visits only
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