Bolívar Square

About

It is the most important and historic square in the city. Its construction was started by the Spaniards in 1539 and the first houses of the city were built around it. The most important historical landmark that took place there was the reception of Simón Bolívar and his army, in 1819, who arrived triumphant from the Battle of Boyacá. Currently, the Plaza de Bolivar is surrounded by the main buildings of Bogota: the National Capitol, the Primatial Cathedral, the Mayor's Office of Bogota, the Cabildo, the Palace of Justice and the Museum of Independence.

How to get there?

It is located in the heart of downtown Bogotá, at Carrera 7 #11-10. You can get there by TransMilenio and get off at the Museo del Oro station, then walk five blocks along Carrera 7 heading south.