Gabriel García Márquez Cultural Center

Overview

The Gabriel García Márquez Cultural Center is a vibrant hub celebrating the life and works of the Nobel Prize-winning author. Located in the heart of Bogotá, this center offers a deep dive into the magical realism that made García Márquez famous.

It honors one of Colombia's most celebrated literary figures and provides insights into his influence on global literature.

Literary Historical Educational

Location

Address

Calle 11 No. 5-60, Bogota

Neighborhood: La Candelaria

Coordinates

4.650100, -74.062800

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

tuesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

wednesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

thursday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

friday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

saturday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

sunday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Admission

Adults

$10

Children

$5

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1.5 hours

Recommended

3 hours

Full Experience

half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

pleasant

• Literary workshops
• Outdoor readings

summer

warm

• Extended hours
• Outdoor movie nights

autumn

cool

• Fall literary exhibitions
• Book fairs

winter

cool

• Holiday literary events
• Indoor exhibitions

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: low

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

COP

Typical Costs

entry $15

parking $5

food $10

souvenirs $15

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 1 week
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Gabriel García Márquez Cultural Center App

Size: 40 MB

Features: Map, Event Schedule, Audio Guide

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Café

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: El Dorado International Airport

Distance: 15 km

Travel Time: 30 minutes

taxi

$20 30 min

public_transport

$3 45 min

From City Center

Distance: 2 km

transmilenio

$1.50 15 min

bus

$1 20 min

taxi

$5 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Cultural significance, literary heritage

Historical Significance: Important cultural center dedicated to a national literary icon

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best coffee at the back café

Local Recommendations

• Try local coffee at the café
• Ask for guide Carlos

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Hola

thank_you Gracias

where_is ¿Dónde está?

how_much ¿Cuánto cuesta?

beautiful Hermoso

ticket Entrada

Guide Languages: Spanish, English

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main courtyard

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Wide angle

Result: Great shot of the courtyard

#literarytravel #bogota

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, courtyard

prohibited areas exhibitions, lecture halls

flash photography not allowed in exhibitions

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Plaza de Bolívar

Distance: 300m

Walking: 5 min

Type: Historical Square

Bogotá's Gold Museum

Distance: 400m

Walking: 6 min

Type: Museum

Reviews

4.6

Based on 850 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great exhibitions"

Contact Information

+57 12345678

info@centroculturalgabriel.com

www.centroculturalgabriel.com

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