Tips and practical Info

CLIMATE

Bogotá has a temperate climate with average temperatures ranging from 7°C to 19°C throughout the year. Its altitude of 2,640 meters above sea level makes the weather cool and variable. There are no distinct seasons, but days can shift quickly between sunny and rainy.

VISAS AND DOCUMENTS

Citizens of more than 100 countries do not need visas to come to Colombia as tourists. This is a major advantage when organizing any kind of international event.

If you are a national of one of the countries listed in the list given in Decreto 5707 de 2008, and you are attending an event Colombia, you will not need a visa to stay for up to 90 days from the day you arrive.

POWER SUPPLY

Electricity in Bogota is at 110V/60Hz. Most wall sockets take Type-B 3-pin plugs, compatible with Type-A flat 2-pin American-style plugs.

TRANSPORT

Taxis
You can request taxi service by calling one of the following numbers:

Taxis Libres: +57 (1) 311 1111
Taxi Express: +57 (1) 411 1111

Inside the vehicle, in a visible location, you will find identification for both the car and the driver, as well as a fare chart indicating rates based on the taximeter reading, with their equivalent in Colombian pesos (COP). Taxis only accept cash.

The following mobile apps are also available:

Easy Tappsi
Cabify
Uber
Didi

Trips to and from the airport, trips outside the urban area, nighttime service, and service on public holidays carry an additional charge.

TransMilenio
This is the city’s mass public transportation system. TransMilenio operates 12 main routes along the following corridors: Caracas, Autopista Norte, Suba, Calle 80, NQS Central, NQS Sur, Américas, Eje Ambiental, Calle 26, Carrera Décima, and Carrera Séptima (SITP).

The nearest stations to Ágora Bogotá are CAD, located on NQS Avenue in front of the Cadastre office, and Corferias, located on 26th Street, three blocks from Corferias.

Integrated Public Transportation System – SITP
This system integrates the city’s buses with TransMilenio and has routes throughout Bogotá. Payment is made using the rechargeable TuLlave card. For more information on routes and schedules, visit: SITP

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