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Gold Museum (Museo del Oro)

Parque de Santander, en la carrera 5a esquina de la calle 16, Bogota 1, Colombia
571-3432222
Ranked #1 of 62 attractions in Bogota
4.5 of 5 stars 211 Reviews
Type: Speciality Museums, Museums, History Museums
Owner description: The Banco de la República Gold Museum houses one of the most important collections of pre-Hispanic metallurgy in the world. As its history, which...... more » Owner description: The Banco de la República Gold Museum houses one of the most important collections of pre-Hispanic metallurgy in the world. As its history, which dates back to 1939, has unfolded, so this institution has become a symbol of Colombia's cultural memory. Its golden exhibition, fully renewed in November, 2008, is a place you cannot miss in your next trip to Bogota. « less
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claudia f
Bogota, Colombia
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012 NEW

Brilliant place to learn about Colombian history, just love it More

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cruiser786Yvr
Vancouver, Canada
Senior Contributor
27 reviews
24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012 NEW

Great place to spend a hot afternoon. But don't come in a rush or if you are tired. Take at least a couple of hours and spend the extra 3 dollars on the electronic guide earphones. You want be disappointed. The history lesson in itself is worth the trip. The pure gold exhibits, almost a 1000 in total are mind... More

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luisger
bogota, colombia
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4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012 NEW

A pleasure to see such quality in our very own Gold Museum. And of course...the Gold...mmm....the Gold...to die for!!!! More

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tkwetina
Bochum
Senior Contributor
42 reviews
29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012 NEW

An amazing musuem with a small entrance fee. I have never seen something similar before in my life. You can rent an audio guide. Invest half a day for this! The main focus is on Gold and how the Spanish people behaved so from a historical point of view it is very interesting. I recommend this to anybody because you... More

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Mayonaka
New York City, New York
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21 reviews
6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2012 NEW
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Well organized museum with just enough exhibit to go through in 1-2hrs. It is free on Sunday and the restroom is clean. More

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TalyaRu
Istanbul, Turkey
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9 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012
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Visiting this museum gave a completely different perspective on gold and its importance in life of people of South America as compared to Europe. You will see great goldsmiths' work which does not seem ( to me) as sophisticated as Egyptian or European but the stories behind those pieces of art are so enchanting that you will not stop surprising... More

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WorldMoocher
London, United Kingdom
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18 reviews
5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012

A great building with a number of floors that take you through the years of the history of gold in Colombia - starting at earliest records, there are explanations and descriptions written in English and Spanish under most windows. There is an entrance fee, but even if this is not usually your thing, it will take your breath away when... More

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Westcanada
Victoria BC
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20 reviews
15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2012

We stopped in for about an hour and a half. It's a wonderful feeling buildings with understated style and warm, helpful people working there, We took an English language tour with a delightful young woman who encouraged us to ask questions and shared her growing knowledge of the material in the museum. It is well worth several visits and at... More

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dovershore
newport beach, california USA
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15 reviews
12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012

Amazing Museum, one of a kind in the world. Very good restaurant in the Museum and good handiraft market across the street More

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candebat
West Lafayette, Indiana
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37 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012

The Gold Museum, 5 minute walk from Plaza Bolivar and Candelaria, is a 4-story modern museum displaying a few hundred pieces of impressive gold works. Highlights include the occasional native dance shows and gold sacrifice room with light animation for an emmersive experience. Pros: English guides available, 1-2 hours maximum, photography allowed, location Cons: Very few descriptive plaques in English,... More

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