Bucaramanga Vacation Packages
Bucaramanga in Santander is inhabited by about 550,000 people.
The national capital Bogota is located 190 miles (306 kilometers) south of Bucaramanga, while Medellin lies 180 miles (290 kilometers) to the west.
If you are looking to indulge in some retail therapy head to one of the local malls or markets to try on new outfits and buy local treats. Among the best destinations in the city are Popular Mall, Plaza de Mercado San Francisco and Canaveral Mall.
Some of the most popular heritage sites in and around Bucaramanga are the places of worship that have faithfully stood here for many years. Learn all about the original construction methods of the Holy Family Cathedral and the San Gil Cathedral as you admire the old buildings.
Get away from the noisy streets by heading to the area’s ecological parks, such as Chicamocha National Park and Gallineral Natural Park. These nature parks are among the best places to get out and enjoy local animals and plants.
Discover the region’s past at Ecopetrol Refinery; one of the most popular historic places in Bucaramanga. After your visit, snap some pictures and learn about the history that makes it so significant.
Culture vultures will love the National Oil Museum, one of the most popular museum experiences in Bucaramanga. Take a self-guided tour, lose yourself in the exhibits, then ask around to uncover some of the smaller museums in town.
When the weather’s fine, pay a visit to Liberty Park, a place where locals come to enjoy some time outdoors. Enjoy the local flora and fauna, mingle with locals, or just enjoy the fresh air. This park is the perfect match for all moods and seasons.
No mater how many attractions you’ve squeezed into your schedule; no holiday to this city would be complete without a visit to the Parque Garcia Rovira and the Christ Oil Sculpture.
