By using public transport, keep your belongings close and avoid showing valuable objects. It uses only official taxis or transport applications for greater security.

If you drive, follow the traffic rules and be careful at peak hours due to dense traffic. It also verifies the mobility restrictions for private vehicles designated from the Mayor of Bogotá.

If you prefer more autonomy, you can rent a car in one of the many car rental agencies located in the city and the airport.

Here you will find several points of interest where you can rent your vehicles

Health recommendations:

It is recommended to have a travel insurance that covers medical expenses. It provides insurance including medical and emergency coverage. Check available options and choose the plan that best suits your needs.
Take your personal medication with you.

Hospitals and pharmacies:

Bogotá has high-quality hospitals and clinics. The pharmacies are widely available and many of them offer 24-hour service.

Bogotá has an extensive and efficient public transport system. The TransMilenio is a fast bus system that connects the whole city with stations distributed at strategic points.

There are also urban and collective buses better known as SITP, which cover more specific routes.

The official currency in Colombia is the Colombian peso (COP). Official exchange houses and banks are the safest places to change money, many of which are located in shopping centres and transport terminals, whether land or air, in this case El Dorado International Airport. The exchange house needs to issue an official document on the transaction.

You can also withdraw cash from ATMs, which are widely available in the city. Most establishments accept credit and debit cards, but it is recommended to carry cash for minor expenses.

The official language in Bogotá is Spanish. Although in tourist areas and hotels some people dominate English, knowing some basic phrases in Spanish will help you:

• "Hey, how are you?" (Hello, how are you?)
• "Thank you" (thank you)
• "How much does it cost?"
• "Where is the bathroom?"
• "My name is [your name]"

Bogotá, the capital of Colombia, is located at an altitude of 2,625 meters above sea level, giving it a warm and fresh climate throughout the year. The average temperatures range from 10 to 20 degrees Celsius (50-68 ° F). If you want to check the weather during your stay you can check it out on the Climate Colombia. The city has no defined seasons as elsewhere in the world, but more intense rainy periods can be identified, mainly in April-May and October-November.

The requirements for entry to Colombia vary according to the nationality of the traveller. Many countries in the Americas and Europe do not require a visa for short stays of up to 90 days. A valid passport is required for at least six months from the date of entry. It is advisable to consult with the Colombian embassy or consulate in your country for the most up-to-date information, or by entering the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Chancellery).