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Casa Museo Quinta de Bolivar

Cl 20 No. 2-91 | este Santafé de Bogotá, Bogota, Colombia
(57-1) 336 64 19
Ranked #7 of 75 attractions in Bogota
4.5 of 5 stars 39 Reviews
Type: Museums, Historic Sites
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Bogota, Colombia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012

The house was very well refurbished after a good research was done. They found the original kitchen! One can imagine Bolivar in the house and walking around the peaceful gardens. More

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Lima, Peru
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2012

It's a very beautiful place to be if you like south american history, you can check the history of Simon Boliver while he was at Bogota More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2012

After you visit Monserrate, walk down the hill to the Quinta de Bolivar. The cost is only 3k pesos, about a $1.50. For a small bit extra, get the audio tour-it is worth it! The house is fascinating as is the history it has seen. You will learn about Simon Bolivar, his mistress, his life, the times in which he... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2012

This museum is amazing. The paintings are breathtaking and it is truly an experience to behold. More

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Michigan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 17, 2012

For a mere 3,000 pesos, you can explore the house that was occupied by Simon Bolivar for about 10 years until his death in 1830. They have some great furniture pieces and the place is nicely restored. Spend time wandering in the huge labyrinth gardens that surround the place with a variety of trees, plants and a veggie garden. It... More

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Southampton, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 12, 2012

That kind of museum I enjoy because there's an intimacy with the person who lived there, ate there, bathed there, entertained there. Their presence becomes more than any written words could tell me. More

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Usaquén, Cundinamarca, Colombia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 6, 2012

I walked its various paths and viewed how Simón lived here! Though I laughed when seeing his Liberator's room... It was too small for a great character. More

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Bogotá, Cundinamarca, Colombia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 10, 2012

I'm not really into museums, but if you are.. this is the place to be. More

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London, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 21, 2011

Although close to the city this quinta is so relaxing, surrounded by the trees and the bath which Simon Boliver apparently used every morning. A visit is recommended. More

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Houston, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 15, 2011

It is best if you go with a guide to tell you all the stories. We had a Spanish speaking guide. I don't know if they have any English speaking ones. I was overwhelmed by the sense of History and the impact that one man can have over the entire destiny of a region. Be sure to check out the... More

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