Colombia
Travel to Colombia for a holiday or city break
In Colombia, the rhythm of salsa leaks through open windows and sometimes the rain forgets which month it is. People gather in plazas, sipping something that is not always coffee, and tell stories that seem to last longer than a bus ride from Medellín to the coast. One time, a traveler tried ordering breakfast and ended up with soup, which is apparently normal in Bogotá. The best hotel in Colombia is probably the one where the shower works and the view is not only of the neighbor's laundry. Popular things to do or visit? If you ask three locals, you get five answers, none of which include sleeping. Plan to be surprised, or maybe just plan to lose your plan.
Local weather in Colombia
Spring
warm & sunny
Summer
warm & sunny
Autumn
warm & sunny
Winter
warm & sunny
Top destinations in Colombia
Floridablanca
Bucaramanga
Manizales
Best places to visit in Colombia
These popular destinations have a lot to offer for you next holiday or city break.
Travel destination popular things to do or visit, best hotel in Colombia
Popular things to do or visit in Colombia do not always involve a guidebook. Sometimes, you follow the scent of arepas and find yourself in a street parade, or you wander in Cartagena's old town and end up learning the steps of cumbia from a kid with two left feet. The best hotel in Colombia might be the one with hammocks on the roof, unless you value air conditioning over sea breeze, then maybe not. Travelers say the salt cathedral near Bogotá is a must-see, but one guy told me he got lost and found a dog that led him to the best empanadas instead. You just never know.
Long-term travelers might notice that time moves in spirals here, not straight lines. You try to catch a bus, but the bus catches you. Some say the lost city trek is a highlight, but after four days of hiking, your socks become a minor travel destination themselves. If you visit the Amazon, bring bug spray, but also bring your patience—boats leave when they want, not when you want. And always ask, is this juice safe? Sometimes the answer is "eventually."
Accommodations in Colombia
Discover the best accommodations for Colombia and start planning your holiday.
