Location: Bucaramanga
Top Things to do in Bucaramanga
What to do and see in Bucaramanga, Santander Department: The Best Things to do
Bucaramanga (Spanish pronunciation: [bukaɾaˈmaŋɡa]) is the capital and largest city of the department of Santander, Colombia. Bucaramanga has the fifth-largest economy by GDP in Colombia, has the lowest unemployment rate and has the ninth-largest population in the country, with 521,857 people. Bucaramanga has over 160 parks scattered throughout the city and has been given the nickname "La Ciudad de Los Parques" ("The City of Parks") and "La Ciudad Bonita de Colombia" ("Colombia's Beautiful City").
Restaurants in Bucaramanga
1. Parque Nacional de Chicamocha
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,522 reviews
Reviewed By claudiasM7563KA
This is a must see park if you are in Santander and in this area. You can either get here by car or cable car. I would strongly recommend the cable car. You not only get to see the marvelous engineering in the construction of this cable car, but also beautiful scenery. It will take you about 22 minutes from the entrance to the park. There is a cost associated with the park and it can vary from $15-18 dollars (depending on the dollar price at the moment) and also wether or not you want to visit the Water park. There is a lot of walking to do, make sure you have water, a good camera and most important a Great attitude. You will find restaurants, shops and you will also have the opportunity to buy Organic coffee. There are activities to do inside the park. Zip lining, you can climb down a water rock about 140 ft, there is also a swing. They all have different prices, but averaging $7-10 dollars. There is also a lot of history. Temperature was about in the 80s and I was told it is always hot. So, I would recommend to do some research about the temperature if you don’t like hot weather. I hope you visit and enjoy it.
2. Panachi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 436 reviews
Reviewed By lakelover908 - Kendal, United Kingdom
What a fabulous place. It offers many activities. We took the gondola ride across the magnificent canyon which is deeper than the Grand Canyon. A great experience.
3. La Casa del Libro Total
4. Cathedral of the Holy Family
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 255 reviews
Reviewed By andresg66 - Bogota, Colombia
This is one of the places that you have to visit if you are in Bucaramanga, it is located in the downtown. It has a great architecture and is a stunning church !!!
5. Universidad Industrial de Santander
6. Iglesia de San Pedro Claver
7. Puente del Bicentenario
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 107 reviews
Reviewed By melcraven8102 - Melbourne, Australia
Rode with a local on his motorbike to this bridge..is amazing at night but also holds sad stories of local young people often jump off and suicide so sad but is a very unique feture to visit...cars and bikes can park briefly for photos and lovers abound hefe for kisses etc
8. Centro Comercial Cacique
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 72 reviews
9. Palacio de Justicia
10. San Pio Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 108 reviews
Reviewed By Explorer30139268633
The park stretches east from Cra 33 to Cra 36, Calles 45 to 46. It isn't huge but it offers a nice setting in the center of the Cabecera area. Depending on the day you might find a farmers' market, musicians, or a Christmas light display. There is a kiosk with books to loan. It is a welcome respite for those looking for a rest from shopping in the malls.
