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Things to see in Pereira, Colombia (Colombia): 16 places and when to go
Pereira, Colombia is a city in Colombia with around 569,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 16 places in and around it, mainly Nature (5), Hot springs (4), Hiking (3). The best known are Los Nevados National Natural Park, Nevado de Santa Isabel and Nevado del Quindío. 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 17 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 · 4.8104, -75.68
- Population
- About 569,000
- Places
- 16 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (5) · Hot springs (4) · Hiking (3) · Wildlife (2) · With kids (2) · Mountains (1)
- Best time
- December to February and June to August.
- Also possible
- March to May and September to November.
- Nearest airport
- MDE Medellín, 153 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Nevado de Santa Isabel, at 4,965 m.
What to see in Pereira, Colombia
The places in and around Pereira, 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 Nevados National Natural ParkProtected area32 km
- Nevado de Santa IsabelGlaciated stratovolcano in Colombia34 km
- Nevado del QuindíoMountain in Colombia34 km
- Nevado El CisneMountain in Colombia37 km
- Paramillo Santa RosaNature24 km
- Bioparque UkumaríWith kids · Wildlife14 km
- Cabaña de Laguna el OtúnMountains · Hiking30 km
- Hostel Restaurante HorizolHiking50 km
- house the cultureMuseum15 km
- Parque ConsotáWith kids14 km
- San Vicente Hot Spring Bath Pools HotelHot spring17 km
- Santa Rosa Hot Spring Bath PoolsHot spring15 km
- Stihl DistaisierrasDistillery4.1 km
- Termales la cabañaHot spring47 km
- Termales Santa RosaHot spring15 km
- Travesía del Parque de los NevadosHiking38 km
When to go to Pereira, Colombia
The best time to visit Pereira, 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 time11:45
- FebBest time11:51
- MarPossible11:58
- AprPossible12:06
- MayPossible12:13
- JunBest time12:17
- JulBest time12:15
- AugBest time12:09
- SepPossible12:01
- OctPossible11:53
- NovPossible11:47
- DecBest time11:43
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
There are about 12 h 17 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. In January, 16 of the 16 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 Pereira, Colombia
The nearest main airport is Jose Maria Córdova International Airport (MDE, Medellín), 153 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
- Armenia, Colombia6 places31 km
- Manizales9 places33 km
- Ibagué6 places65 km
- Honda, Tolima7 places111 km
- Caldas5 places143 km
- Medellín31 places164 km
And all of Colombia, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Pereira, Colombia?
The best known: Los Nevados National Natural Park, Nevado de Santa Isabel, Nevado del Quindío, Nevado El Cisne, Paramillo Santa Rosa. In all, 16 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Pereira, Colombia?
December to February and June to August; also possible: March to May and September to November. There are about 12 h 17 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change.
How do you get to Pereira, Colombia?
The nearest main airport is Jose Maria Córdova International Airport (MDE), 153 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Pereira, Colombia as the destination and these 16 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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