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Gold Museum (Museo del Oro)

Parque de Santander, en la carrera 5a esquina de la calle 16, Bogota 1, Colombia
571-3432222
As featured in 3 days in Bogota
Ranked #1 of 75 attractions in Bogota
4.5 of 5 stars 392 Reviews
Type: Speciality Museums, Museums, History Museums
Fee: Yes
Owner description: The Banco de la República Gold Museum houses one of the most important collections of pre-Hispanic metallurgy in the world. As its history, which...... more » Owner description: The Banco de la República Gold Museum houses one of the most important collections of pre-Hispanic metallurgy in the world. As its history, which dates back to 1939, has unfolded, so this institution has become a symbol of Colombia's cultural memory. Its golden exhibition, fully renewed in November, 2008, is a place you cannot miss in your next trip to Bogota. « less
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Manchester
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20 reviews 20 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW
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Excellent museum covering pre colonial indigenous gold-work which is absolutely stunning. Well presented and very good value More

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Huatulco, Mexico
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW
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An incredible collection of precolombian gold figurines and jewelry. This museum is a must to visit if you are visiting Bogota. More

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Tampa Bay, Florida
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98 reviews 98 reviews
Reviews in 47 cities Reviews in 47 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

The Museo del Oro is one of the most spectacular museums I've ever seen. It reminded me of the King Tut exhibition that I saw In New Orleans 30 years or so ago, only times three or four. The pieces were beautiful, some with very intricate workmanship and represented the local historic culture. I would go again in a heartbeat!... More

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London, United Kingdom
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

You must go there and take the audio guide. Better than any gold museum in the world ! The best ! More

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Chicago, Illinois
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

If you're into gold and the origin of metal working this is a great museum to visit. It's definitely the nicest museum in Columbia and it's extensive, well organized, and only $3.00 to get in. More

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Kansas City, Missouri
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

Great cultural experience! Not just a place to look at gold, but a place to learn about the native peoples of Colombia. More

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Grand Rapids, Michigan
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

There is one room where the sounds of the past fill your mind and take you back in time. It was absolutely amazing. I think it was on the third floor?? More

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Bogota, Colombia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

Recently renovated, the Gold Museum is a must-see sight in Bogota. You'll understand why Bogota was believed to be the hub of the Legend of ElDorado and how that legend shaped our cultural and economic history. Don't miss the vault. More

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Paris, France
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45 reviews 45 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

this museum is extremely informative and well laid out. It traces the history and importance of gold mining and exchange in the development of Colombia and this area of south America and its position in the world. I wish my kids could have been here as its very educational More

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

There is an incredible fortune in gold artifacts in this museum, and after a while it can become mind numbing. If you are a student of archaeology or the arts, or perhaps history you will probably love it. For the rest of us, it's interesting and it is nice to say that you were there, but nothing more... More

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