The Museo del Oro, also known as the Gold Museum, stands in Bogotá, the capital of Colombia, at Carrera 6 #15-88. It is devoted to pre-Hispanic gold, and its collection of such artifacts is described as the largest of its kind in the world.
What you will see
The museum brings together pieces made by several of Colombia's indigenous cultures. The objects are small and detailed, and they give a sense of the metalwork, ritual and daily life of the peoples who made them long before the arrival of the Spanish. Visitors come to look closely at the craftsmanship, which is the heart of the place.
Planning your visit
- Location: Carrera 6 #15-88, in central Bogotá.
- Contact: +57 1 343 2222.
- Best suited to: visitors interested in archaeology, indigenous history or fine metalwork.
Because the museum is a single, focused collection, it works well as a visit of a few hours. Its setting in Bogotá means it can easily be combined with other sights in the city, and it offers a useful introduction to the cultures of the wider country before you travel further.
