What to See in Colombia: Cities to Explore on Foot
15 cities in Colombia, across 1 region.
Things to do in Colombia
Colombia is a country of striking geographical variety, from the Andes and Amazon to Caribbean coasts and Llanos plains, and it hosts one of the world’s highest levels of biodiversity. Its cultural tapestry weaves Indigenous roots, Spanish colonial heritage, African influences and modern expressions in music, food and art, making it a rich destination for travellers seeking both nature and culture. Neywo offers a free audio guide covering 10 Colombian cities with 160 narrated places across 12 walking tours, available in 11 languages.
Explore Colombia’s highlights
Bogotá
The capital’s narrated sites include the Primary Cathedral of Bogotá, the Colombian National Museum, the Gold Museum and the Botero Museum. These venues showcase the city’s political history, archaeological treasures, pre‑Columbian gold work and the distinctive figurative style of Fernando Botero.
Cartagena
On the Caribbean coast, the audio guide highlights Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas, the San Sebastián del Pastelillo Fort, the Zenú Gold Museum and the Museo Naval del Caribe. Together they illustrate Cartagena’s military fortifications, Afro‑Caribbean heritage and maritime past.
Manizales
Located in the coffee‑growing Andes, Manizales’ narrated places are the Catedral Basílica Metropolitana Nuestra Señora del Rosario, the Torre de Herveo, the Monumento a los Colonizadores and the Chipre Tower. They reflect the city’s religious architecture, industrial history and panoramic mountain views.
Palomino
This small coastal town features a single narrated spot: Boca de Palomino, where the Palomino River meets the sea, offering a tranquil setting for river tubing and beach relaxation.
San Andrés
The island’s audio guide points to Cordillera Cruz de Piedra, Alto Tungarcia, Páramo de Ojo and Páramo Blanco—elevated areas that provide sweeping views of the surrounding Caribbean waters and the island’s unique ecosystems.
Santa Cruz de Mompox
Along the Magdalena River, the narrated routes cover Caño El Manglar, Caño Guataca, Caño Corralito and Caño El Medio, guiding visitors through the town’s well‑preserved colonial architecture and its network of tranquil waterways.
Guatapé
Famous for its towering monolith, the narrated site is El Peñón de Guatapé, a massive rock formation that visitors can climb for a panoramic vista of the surrounding reservoir and patchwork of islands.
Jardín
Currently, Jardín has no narrated places on Neywo, but the town remains a picturesque Andean destination known for its colourful façades and coffee culture.
Jericó
The audio guide highlights the Museo de Arte Religioso in Jericó, which displays sacred art from the region, alongside other local points of interest that reveal the town’s religious traditions and mountain scenery.
Medellín
In the Aburrá Valley, Medellín’s narrated sites include the Museo El Castillo, the Metropolitan Cathedral of Medellín, the Museo Universitario Universidad de Antioquia and the Casa Patrimonial Golondrinas, offering insights into the city’s artistic, religious, academic and architectural heritage.
Experience Colombia with Neywo
Download the Neywo app to access the free audio guide for Colombia’s 10 cities. As you walk, the app plays the story of each narrated place exactly when you reach it, letting you explore at your own pace with no group and no schedule. With 12 walking tours covering 160 narrated spots and narration available in 11 languages, Neywo turns a simple stroll into an informative journey through Colombia’s landscapes, history and vibrant culture.
Audio tours across Colombia
Every city below has a self-guided walk waiting in the app. Open Neywo wherever you are in Colombia and it builds the route around you.
