Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Bogotá

#156 among attractions in Bogotá

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The Pontifical Xavierian University is a private higher education institution founded in 1623. It is one of the oldest, most traditional, and prestigious Colombian universities, directed by the Society of Jesus, with its main facilities in Bogotá and a second campus in Cali. "La Javeriana", as it is known by its students, has traditionally educated the Colombian elite. It is one of the 33 universities entrusted to the Society of Jesus in Latin America and one of 167 around the world. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 4°37'41"N, 74°3'49"W

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ChapineroBogotá Colombia

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Pontificia Universidad Javeriana – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Theatron, Torre Colpatria, Museo Nacional, Santamaría Bullring.

1.2 miN
Nightlife, Dancing
Theatron, Bogotá
30 min walk • Theatron, located in Bogotá, Colombia, is an iconic entertainment venue that stands as one of Latin America's largest and most diverse nightclubs. With a sprawling complex that encompasses multiple interconnected spaces, Theatron has become a cultural and social hub...
1.3 miS
Architecture, View point, Historical place
Torre Colpatria, Bogotá
33 min walk • Torre Colpatria stands as an iconic skyscraper and a crowning feature of Bogotá's skyline. Towering over the bustling city at an impressive height of 196 meters, it was inaugurated in 1978 and held the title of the tallest building in Colombia until 2015.
0.9 miS
Museum detailing the history of Colombia
Museo Nacional, Bogotá
24 min walk • The Museo Nacional de Colombia, located in the heart of Bogotá, stands as a monument to the country's rich history and cultural heritage. Housed in a striking 19th-century building that was once a penitentiary, the museum has evolved into a repository of Colombian...
1.1 miS
Long-standing venue for bullfighting
Santamaría Bullring, Bogotá
28 min walk • The Santamaría Bullring stands as an iconic landmark in the heart of Bogotá, Colombia. This historic sport venue, inaugurated in 1931, is not only a testament to the country's cultural heritage but also a central hub for the traditional spectacle of bullfighting.
1.1 miSW
Cemetery
Central Cemetery of Bogotá, Bogotá
29 min walk • The Central Cemetery of Bogotá, also known as Cementerio Central, is a historic landmark and a testament to Colombia's past, located in the heart of Bogotá. Established in 1836, it is not only a place of rest for the deceased but also a repository of the city’s...
1.2 miS
Museum, Specialty museum, Observatories and planetariums
Planetarium of Bogotá, Bogotá
30 min walk • The Planetarium of Bogotá is a celestial gateway nestled in the heart of Colombia's capital city. This astronomical museum serves as an educational and cultural beacon, inviting visitors to explore the wonders of the universe.
1.1 miW
Park
Concejo de Bogotá, Bogotá
29 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Bogotá, Colombia, the Concejo de Bogotá station is an integral part of the city's modern and expansive rapid transit system, TransMilenio. This station, which opened its doors to the public in December 2000, is not merely a transit...
0.4 miW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Jorge Eliecer Gaitan Museum, Bogotá
12 min walk • The Jorge Eliecer Gaitan Museum is a museum in Bogota, Colombia, dedicated to the life of assassinated politician Jorge Eliecer Gaitan.
1.1 miN
Shopping
Calle 57, Bogotá
28 min walk • The simple-station Calle 57 is part of the TransMilenio mass-transit system of Bogotá, Colombia, opened in the year 2000.
1.1 miSW
Skyscraper
Torres Atrio, Bogotá
27 min walk • The Torres Atrio, is an architectural complex under construction in Bogotá. When complete, the South Tower will be the tallest building in Colombia at approximately 879 feet in height. The complex is located at the intersection of Caracas Avenue and El Dorado Avenue.
1.4 miSW
Neighbourhood
Santa Fe, Bogotá
37 min walk • Santa Fe is the third locality of Bogotá, Capital District of Colombia. Santa Fe is part of the traditional downtown of the city of Bogotá, the area where the city was founded by Gonzalo Jiménez de Quesada on August 6, 1538.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Pontificia Universidad Javeriana?

Nearby attractions include Francisco José de Caldas District University, Bogotá (3 min walk), Pilot University of Colombia, Bogotá (9 min walk), Jorge Eliecer Gaitan Museum, Bogotá (12 min walk), Catholic University of Colombia, Bogotá (12 min walk).

How to get to Pontificia Universidad Javeriana by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pontificia Universidad Javeriana:

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Avenida 39 (10 min walk)
Calle 45 (10 min walk)