Bogotá consolidates its position as an international tourist destination: the surprising figures

The city of Bogotá is achieving a privileged position due to its consolidation as Colombia's leading tourist destination. This argument is related to the historic record of visitors, which has a direct impact on the capital's finances. How many travelers have been there in recent months?

According to information published on the District Administration's website, the capital of the Republic received at least 1,094,554 travelers during the first seven months of the year, a figure that represented a 6.4% increase compared to the statistics presented in 2024.

Without a doubt, these figures confirm that this metropolis has captured the attention of thousands of people around the world and throughout the region. "With this trend, Bogotá is projected to surpass two million international visitors by the end of the year , marking an unprecedented milestone for the sector," the Mayor's Office emphasized.

(See more: The Colombian city that will grow the most economically by 2030, says the IA) It should be noted that not only have the levels established before the Covid-19 pandemic been recovered, but they have clearly been surpassed in the last two years.

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Regarding this situation, Andrés Santamaría, director of the District Tourism Institute (IDT), remarked: “Bogotá is achieving historic numbers. More than one million international visitors in seven months speak to a city that is consolidating its position as a preferred destination in Latin America. We are working to ensure that our visitors have unique experiences and fall in love with our city,” he emphasized. What initiative does the District Administration have for senior citizens?

Through its official website, the aforementioned government agency released information related to Aging Month, which will be supported by the Bogotá Public Library Network. (See more: Few knew that Colombia surpassed the United States and Canada in this.) The events will be held from August 26th to the 28th. This program will include film forums, workshops, live music, and other presentations.