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Colombia at a glance

International dialing code
+57
Good to know
Colombia sits on the north end of the South American continent, serving as an almost connector to lands near it (Panama, Venuezela, and Ecaudor being it's closest neighbors). Colombia has huge and busy cities like Bogota, Medellin, and Cartagena, and yet the landscape of the country is incredibly deverse. There are desert areas and mountaineous regions, clear waters and starry nights. The country has produced some of the most talented artists, writers, and poets, and it totally makes sense considering the beauty that they grew up around. There are a few places that can give you an initial taste of Colombia. Visit the Tatacoa desert, El Peñón de Guatapé, or the Chichamocha canyon. Of course, these places are only the start to an amazing journey in one of the world's most beautiful countries.
Spoken language
Spanish
Cost to avg. transport ticket
US$20.5

Your questions, Our answers

Are credit cards accepted in Colombia?

Visa, MasterCard and American Express are the most commonly accepted credit cards in Colombia, in all major shops, hotels and restaurants in major cities like Cartagena and Bogota.

What vaccinations do I need before visiting Colombia?

It's recommended to have gotten the following vaccinations before visiting Colombia: Measles, Polio, measles-mumps-rubella, diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis, Chickenpox, and your yearly flu shot. Additional vaccinations you should get are Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Hepatitis B, Malaria, Rabies and Yellow Fever. There are some rules regarding Yellow Fever vaccinations before a trip to Colombia, so we recommend double checking with the CDC or your doctor for more information.

What is the standard voltage and plug type in Colombia?

The standard voltage in Colombia is 110V. There are two plug types in Colombia: Types A and B.

Which holidays are celebrated in Colombia?

These are the holidays celebrated in Colombia:

  • All Saints' Day
  • Ascension Day
  • Battle of Boyacá Day
  • Cartagena Independence Day
  • Christmas
  • Columbus Day
  • Corpus Christi
  • Epiphany
  • Feast of Assumption
  • Feast of Saints Peter and Paul
  • Feast of the Immaculate Conception
  • Feast of the Sacred Heart
  • Good Friday
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Maundy Thursday
  • New Year's
  • Saint Joseph's Day