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Things to see in Ocaña, Colombia (Colombia): 29 places and when to go
Ocaña, Colombia is a town in Colombia with around 84,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 29 places in and around it, mainly Nature (26), Mountains (25), Wildlife (1). The best known are Los Estoraques Unique Natural Area, St. Anne's Cathedral, Ocaña and Antón García de Bonilla Museum. 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 29 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 · 8.2404, -73.35
- Population
- About 84,000
- Places
- 29 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (26) · Mountains (25) · Wildlife (1) · Temples (1) · Museums and art (1) · History (1)
- Best time
- December to February and June to August.
- Also possible
- March to May and September to November.
- Nearest airport
- MDE Medellín, 325 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Alto de Los Pocitos, at 2,290 m.
What to see in Ocaña, Colombia
The places in and around Ocaña, Colombia, 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.
- Los Estoraques Unique Natural AreaProtected area in Colombia11 km
- St. Anne's Cathedral, OcañaChurch in Ocaña, Colombia772 m
- Antón García de Bonilla MuseumHistory museum in Ocaña, Colombia430 m
- Alto CanutilloHill in Colombia26 km
- Alto de Las RojasHill in Colombia18 km
- Alto de los MuertosHill in Colombia22 km
- Alto de Los PocitosHill in Colombia30 km
- Alto del LuceroHill in Colombia14 km
- Alto El BueyHill in Colombia24 km
- Alto El RosarioHill in Colombia28 km
- Alto GuarumalHill in Colombia15 km
- Alto La CruzHill in Norte de Santander Department, Colombia18 km
- Alto Las CrucesHill in Norte de Santander Department, Colombia15 km
- Alto MatarredondaHill in Colombia15 km
- Alto RamírezHill in Colombia21 km
- Alto San MiguelHill in Norte de Santander Department, Colombia24 km
- Alto TospecioHill in Colombia17 km
- Cerro CristalesHill in Norte de Santander Department, Colombia9.7 km
- Cerro La VirgenHill in Colombia25 km
- Cerro Los FloresHill in Colombia17 km
- Cerro MalpasoHill in Colombia21 km
- Cerro MinaHill in Colombia22 km
- Cerro MoñinoHill in Colombia17 km
- Cerro ToledoHill in Colombia17 km
And the other 5, by what you come to do:
When to go to Ocaña, Colombia
The best time to visit Ocaña, Colombia 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 time11:34
- FebBest time11:44
- MarPossible11:57
- AprPossible12:11
- MayPossible12:23
- JunBest time12:29
- JulBest time12:26
- AugBest time12:16
- SepPossible12:03
- OctPossible11:49
- NovPossible11:37
- DecBest time11:31
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
There are about 12 h 29 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. In January, 29 of the 29 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 Ocaña, Colombia
The nearest main airport is Jose Maria Córdova International Airport (MDE, Medellín), 325 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
- Cúcuta9 places98 km
- Pamplona, Norte de Santander7 places121 km
- Bucaramanga8 places126 km
- Socorro, Santander8 places198 km
- Valledupar7 places250 km
- Bello, Antioquia10 places325 km
And all of Colombia, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Ocaña, Colombia?
The best known: Los Estoraques Unique Natural Area, St. Anne's Cathedral, Ocaña, Antón García de Bonilla Museum, Alto Canutillo, Alto de Las Rojas. In all, 29 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Ocaña, Colombia?
December to February and June to August; also possible: March to May and September to November. There are about 12 h 29 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change.
How do you get to Ocaña, Colombia?
The nearest main airport is Jose Maria Córdova International Airport (MDE), 325 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Ocaña, Colombia as the destination and these 29 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.
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