The cobblestone streets of the historic center of Villa de Leyva are a great place to wander around. Start at scenic Plaza Mayor, which...

A highlight of any visit to the Amazon Region of Colombia is a stay in the self-sustaining town of Puerto Nariño. It's located on a...

Pamplona is definitely out of the way, but it's a pleasant city with a comfortable climate and a good collection of small museums. A...

Do you have a sweet tooth? Stop in Iza, a small town in Boyacá known for its amazing desserts. A small area a few steps from the plaza,...

Breathtaking Barichara, one of Colombia's Pueblos de Patrimonio, is a great place to get away from it all. In fact, Barichara means...

One of Colombia's most beautiful towns is Monguí, located in the department of Boyacá. With its wide open plaza and beautiful colonial...

Jardín is a coffee town in the green mountains of southwest of Antioquia. It wasn't mentioned until very recently in many tourist...

Near the rock of El Peñol, a few minutes down the road is the colorful town of Guatapé, which is known for its zócalos (colorful panels)...

Punta Gallinas is the northernmost point of Colombia and the continent of South America. It's located in the desert peninsula of La...

While traveling in Southwest Colombia, you hardly expect to find a desert. Mixed in among the lush green mountainous landscape is a 330...

Magical Valle de Cocora is the home of Colombia's national tree, the wax palm. There are plenty of activities for all, including hiking,...

The historic area of Bogotá is called La Candelaria. This is where you'll find Colombia's government, colonial architecture, and several...

Did you know Colombia has Caribbean islands? San Andrés and Providencia sit in the Caribbean Sea near Nicaragua. These islands feature...

San Agustín should be on a list of places to see in Colombia for both archaeology and nature lovers. It's out of the way and can be tough...

The historic city of Cartagena, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a must-see for anyone heading to Colombia. You could spend a few days...

Sweltering Santa Fe de Antioquia is one of the best towns to visit in the department of Antioquia. It's older (and hotter!) than nearby...

Tayrona National Park is one of Colombia's greatest treasures. Located near the city of Santa Marta, it's got stunning beaches,...