Colombia travel resources
Explore Colombia's Caribbean old towns, Andean cities, coffee country and protected coastline.
Quick facts
- Currency
- Colombian peso (COP)
- Language
- Spanish
- Best time to visit
- Dec–Mar and Jul–Aug (drier months)
- Emergency
- 123
- Plug types
- A, B
- Drives on
- Right
General guidance; seasons vary by region. Plug types from Wikipedia's mains electricity by country table; currency, driving side and emergency numbers cross-checked with Wikidata in . Check your government's travel advice for entry rules and safety.
Top Destinations in Colombia
Travel Resources
- Colombia Travel (official tourism site)
- Parques Nacionales Naturales de Colombia
- TransMilenio (Bogotá public transport)
Travel Tips
- Bogotá is at about 2,600 m and cool all year. Bring a jacket, even if you’re heading to the coast next.
- Domestic flights are often the quickest way between regions; mountain roads make bus journeys long.
- Use ride-hailing apps or taxis booked through your accommodation, especially at night.
- Tayrona National Park closes for several weeks each year for ecological recovery. Check the dates before you plan around it.
- Try arepas, bandeja paisa and fresh juices from local markets.
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