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Things to see in Bucaramanga (Colombia): 8 places and when to go
Bucaramanga is a major city in Colombia with around 1,009,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 8 places in and around it, mainly Stargazing (3), Hiking (2), With kids (2). The best known are Iglesia Menor. The best time to come is December to February and June to August; also possible: March to May and September to November. There are about 12 h 25 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Colombia · 7.132, -73.1278
- Population
- About 1,009,000
- Places
- 8 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Stargazing (3) · Hiking (2) · With kids (2) · Temples (1) · Mountains (1) · Nature (1)
- Best time
- December to February and June to August.
- Also possible
- March to May and September to November.
- Nearest airport
- MDE Medellín, 276 km as the crow flies
What to see in Bucaramanga
The places in and around Bucaramanga, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Iglesia MenorNational monument of Colombia9.0 km
- Camino de Lenguerke San Vicente-ZapatocaHiking39 km
- Menzuly aqua parkWith kids37 km
- Mirador Fomento GanaderoObservatory15 km
- Observatorio Grupo Halley UISObservatory1.1 km
- Planetario Grupo Halley UISPlanetarium1.1 km
- Reserva AndinaMountains · Hiking16 km
- Salto del micoWaterfall25 km
When to go to Bucaramanga
The best time to visit Bucaramanga is December to February and June to August; also possible: March to May and September to November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time11:38
- FebBest time11:46
- MarPossible11:57
- AprPossible12:10
- MayPossible12:20
- JunBest time12:25
- JulBest time12:23
- AugBest time12:14
- SepPossible12:02
- OctPossible11:50
- NovPossible11:40
- DecBest time11:35
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
There are about 12 h 25 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. In January, 6 of the 8 places are at their best.
When to go to Colombia in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Bucaramanga
The nearest main airport is Jose Maria Córdova International Airport (MDE, Medellín), 276 km as the crow flies. How to get around Colombia (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Pamplona, Norte de Santander7 places59 km
- Socorro, Santander8 places76 km
- Cúcuta9 places110 km
- Ocaña, Colombia29 places126 km
- San Luis de Palenque8 places256 km
- Cajica5 places265 km
And all of Colombia, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Bucaramanga?
The best known: Iglesia Menor. In all, 8 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Bucaramanga?
December to February and June to August; also possible: March to May and September to November. There are about 12 h 25 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change.
How do you get to Bucaramanga?
The nearest main airport is Jose Maria Córdova International Airport (MDE), 276 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Bucaramanga as the destination and these 8 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
Keep reading
- ColombiaBefore travelling to Colombia: 9 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. No visa is needed for tourism for up to 90 days, extendable to 180 per year.
- Stargazing9 places for stargazing in Colombia, from Planetarium of Bogotá to spots hardly anyone knows. Each with its own season by altitude and daylight.
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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