About Cathedral of San Pedro Claver

The architecture of Cathedral of San Pedro Claver is extremely impressive and as colourful as the rest of the city. It is dedicated to Saint Peter Claver who spent his life evangelizing the black slaves.The Cathedral has other buildings nearby including the Cloister of San Pedro Claver and the archaeological museum. The altar of the church, although not very ornate, looks elegant and holds the remains of Saint Peter Claver.The museum adjacent to the church reflects all the good work the saint has done for the black slaves, directly or otherwise. You will also find many ancient religious works of art along with stunning Pre-Colombian archeological pieces. This place will be interesting to history buffs. If you are not one, don't worry. The Cathedral of San Pedro Claver is a good spot to relax and explore the works of the kind saint. Visit this place and get some inspiration to do good for the people around you.

Must See

  • The beautiful altar
  • Archaeological museum
  • Remains of Saint Peter Claver

How to reach

It is a ten minutes drive from city center. You can reach by taxi via San Martín and Santander Avenue. It will cost you around 35000 COP.

Tips

  • The museum operates from 8.a.m to 6.00 p.m. from Monday to Friday.
  • It is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. So plan your visit accordingly.
  • Smoking is not allowed inside.
  • Pets are not allowed to enter.
  • Maintain silence inside the building.
  • There are tour guides available who can give you the basic information in English and other languages.

 

Visit Time

Sunday: 8:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m.
Monday: 8:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m
Tuesday: 8:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m
Thursday: 8:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m
Friday: 8:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m
Saturday: 8:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m

Museum timings:

Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m
Tuesday: 8:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m
Thursday: 8:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m
Friday: 8:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m
Saturday: Closed

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Waiting Time

You may have to wait in queue for tickets and entry.

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

Adults $6,000 COP, Children $4,000 COP

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Time you can spend

2 hours

 

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Weather

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