About
The Museo Botero stands in the centre of Bogotá, at Calle 11 #4-41, in the Colombian region of Cundinamarca. It is dedicated to the work of the Colombian artist Fernando Botero, and it is the kind of museum that suits a visitor who wants to spend an unhurried hour or two looking closely at paintings and sculpture.
What you will see
The museum holds Botero's own paintings and sculptures, which are recognisable for their full, rounded forms. Alongside his work, the collection includes a personal selection of international art that he assembled himself, so the visit also offers a glimpse of the other artists who interested him.
Planning your visit
- Address: Calle 11 #4-41, Bogotá
- Also known as: Botero Museum
- Telephone: +57 1 343 1316, if you want to check details before you go
Because the museum is compact and focused, it works well as a single stop in a day of exploring the city. It is a natural choice for anyone interested in modern Latin American art, and for visitors who like to see how one artist's style sits beside the work he chose to collect.
Bogotá itself offers plenty to pair with a visit here, from its streets and neighbourhoods to its many other museums, so you can easily build a day around this stop.
