The moon phase today in Bogotá, Colombia is shown in detail below – complete with exact illumination percentage, moonrise/set times, and the best local spots to see it. For the moon phase today in any other location worldwide, simply visit our Dynamic Moon Phase Calculator on our home page to get instant, accurate lunar data tailored to wherever you are right now.
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Best Places to View the Moon in Bogotá
Bogotá’s high-altitude plateau (~2,650 m) and surrounding mountains create crisp, expansive moonrises – especially from eastern hills overlooking the city bowl and skyline. Here are the top spots (all free and accessible 24/7 unless noted):
Monserrate Hill – sanctuary terrace
The absolute #1 Bogotá moonrise viewpoint. At ~3,152 m, panoramic views over the entire city; the moon rises over the skyline and eastern savanna – stunning with the sanctuary church in silhouette. Cable car/funicular or hike (fee ~COP 25,000 round-trip, open evenings).
La Calera Viewpoint (Mirador de La Calera)
Eastern hilltop overlook (~3,000 m). The moon rises over the city lights with open horizon – popular drive-up spot; restaurants nearby for warmth.
Torre Colpatria – observation deck
Downtown skyscraper (~192 m). 48th-floor deck with 360° views; the moon rises over the city bowl – urban immersion; entry fee, open evenings/weekends.
Guadalupe Hill – sanctuary trails
Twin peak to Monserrate (~3,250 m). The moon rises over the city with darker skies – hike or cable car (limited access); less crowded than Monserrate.
Parque Nacional Enrique Olaya Herrera / eastern trails
Central park with elevated paths. The moon rises over the skyline – accessible and green foreground.
Usaquén / northern rooftops or parks
Residential area with high points. The moon rises over the city – quieter views with modern buildings.
Best Times for Moon Photography
- Full Moon ±1 day — brightest and most impressive
- 48–72 hours before full moon — moon rises during golden/blue hour for soft highland light
- October–March — clearest skies, lower humidity, moon path more southerly
Moonrise & Timezone
Bogotá operates on COT (UTC-5) year-round (no daylight saving). PhotoPills or Stellarium handle it automatically.
Quick Photography Tips
- Sturdy tripod (hill winds are strong)
- Shoot RAW and expose for the moon
- Looney 11 rule works great against city lights
- Clear winter nights give razor-sharp skyline details from hills
Enjoy the moon over Bogotá — high-altitude panoramas under lunar glow!
