Overview
Rising 3,152m above eastern Bogotá, Cerro de Monserrate is crowned by a 17th-century church and reached by cable car or funicular. From the top you can take in the full sweep of the capital, with views extending to distant Andean peaks on clear days. Restaurants, cafes, and souvenir shops cluster at the summit, and a pilgrimage trail offers a walking option. By night, the illuminated church becomes a striking backdrop to Bogotá's skyline.
Opening Hours
Cable car: Monday-Saturday 06:30-23:30, Sunday 05:30-18:30.
Travel Tips
Sundays are packed with locals and pilgrims - weekdays are calmer. Move slowly at altitude and head up in the morning for the best chance of cloud-free views.
Hotels near Cerro de Monserrate
Hotels and guesthouses in Bogotá, Monserrate, Bogotá
