About Teatro Colon, Bogota

Teatro Colon or the Christopher Colombus Theatre is stationed in the heart of the city of Bogota. It is considered the National Theatre of Colombia. The theatre has many names since its birth in 1972. Built in the Neoclassical style by the famous architect Pietro Cantini in 1885, the theatre comprises of an auditorium structured in the traditional horseshoe shape. It was modeled on the layout of Palais Garnier in Paris. The theatre acquired the status of a National Monument on 11th August 1975. The theatre hosts concerts, opera, ballets, plays, and electronica Dj as well.

Must See

  • Little Colombus.
  • Colombus After Scene.
  • Workshops.
  • Circus.
  • Opera Zarzuela.
  • Theater.
  • Backstage.

How to reach

From Monday to Saturday:
TransMilenio Bus J23, J70, J72 to stop: Museo del Oro. The ticket price is COP 2,400 for all day. 10 minutes walk (approx. 800 meters) from the bus stop to Teatro Colon. 
Local Taxi Services to stop: Teatro Colon.

On Sunday and Public Holidays:
Local Taxi Services to stop: Teatro Colon. It is 6.2 km from the city center and will cost you $10.000 - $13.000 COP.

Tips

  • Two tours are available both in Spanish and English language, book one of your choices.
  • Make sure to book the tickets in advance.
  • Do not carry alcohol inside.
  • Do not take photographs at the prohibited places.
  • Attend a concert or event.
  • Take a tour to the modernized backstage.
  • An audio tour is available to be booked online or in-house.

Visit Time

Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Monday: 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. 
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. 
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

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Waiting Time

You may have to wait for around 15 minutes to buy tickets from the box-office.

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

Teatro Colon tour (excluding any event): COP 8000

Events: Ticket prices vary depending on the events. You can buy the tickets online or at the box-office.

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Time you can spend

2 to 3 hours

 

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Weather

Clear Sky 24.54°C

 

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