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Jardín Botánico José Celestino Mutis (Bogotá Botanical Garden)
Best time to visit
Morning visits avoid afternoon showers and offer softer light for photos, while weekdays are noticeably quieter than weekends.
Budget tips
Grounds are usually free; special exhibits or the conservatory may charge a small fee, so check the garden's website or social channels for current rates and announced free-entry days.
Recommended for
Plant and ecology enthusiasts, Photography enthusiasts, Families, Birdwatchers
Plan your visit
2-3 hours
About
Raske fakta: Follow winding paths under a canopy where orchids and cool-mountain plants perfume the air, and you can spot a surprising mix of over 20,000 specimens representing roughly 2,500 species. Visitors often linger by the themed exhibits and tranquil ponds, enjoying birdcalls and the feeling of being in a living library of native plant diversity.
Høydepunkter: Ask a guide about the Royal Botanical Expedition of 1783 led by José Celestino Mutis: they still show hand-drawn plates from the original sketches and point out living specimens whose Latin names trace back to that voyage. On misty mornings the air smells of damp earth and eucalyptus; lean in toward a vertical wall of orchids and you can hear volunteers trading handwritten seed-provenance cards while tiny, jewel-like blooms perfume the path.
Insider tips
- Wear comfortable shoes and a light rain jacket, Bogotá's elevation brings sudden showers.
- Bring a macro lens for orchids and small binoculars for hummingbirds and other birds.
- Start at the conservatory and alpine collections to avoid midday humidity and crowds.
- Buy snacks before arrival or picnic by the lake to avoid long waits at the on-site cafe.
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Den beste måten å oppleve en by med en lokal guide.
Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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