Located in the western part of Colombia, Ibague’s spring-like weather is probably where the inspiration for their home-grown musicians, singers and artist comes from. You may get inspired to write some good music for your journey too! Being known as the Musical City of Colombia, Ibague has a plethora of musical events for visitors’ enjoyment, they are organized at every possible location like concert halls, theatres, parks, a restored historic house or even parking lots. On top of that, Ibague also offers visitors have opportunities to immerse themselves in nature with their nature reserves, mountains, gardens and wildlife. By the end of your stay, you should be full of joy from these activities! Scroll down to learn about the best things to do in Ibague, Colombia.
1. Comfenalco Recreation Center
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A recreational park in Ibague, Columbia, Comfenalco Recreation Center is a great place to spend a day with family and friends. This park features an array of things to do that will keep anyone busy for hours. You will find several recreational facilities including a synthetic court, a skating rink, a swimming pool, a children’s park, soccer, restaurants, and multipurpose gyms, to name a few.
Comfenalco Recreation Center
Address: Carrera 5 calle 37 corner Ed.Comfenalco, Ibagué, Tolima, Colombia
Website: Comfenalco Recreation Center
Opening hours: 8am - 6pm (daily)
2. Alexander von Humboldt Botanical Garden
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Named after famous botanist, Alexander von Humboldt, who spent most of his life researching in Columbia, Alexander von Humboldt Botanical Garden is one of the notable landmarks in Ibague, Columbia. One can easily spend nearly two hours walking in the garden, exploring the bridges, touring St. Francis of Assisi shrine and chapel, and admiring various types of trees, flowers, and plants.
Alexander von Humboldt Botanical Garden
Address: Universidad de Tolima, Apto Aereo 546, Ibague, Colombia
Website: Alexander von Humboldt Botanical Garden
Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 8am - 6pm (closed on Sat & Sun)
3. Centenario Park
Renowned as the lungs of the city, Centenario Park is made up of a variety of trees and lots of vegetation. People visiting the park can enjoy watching ducks paddling in the river stream, and if you’re into people-watching, you can watch athletes sweating it out at noon. It’s also a great place to witness sunsets. This park also acts as a host to the annual festival called the Colombian Folklore Festival.
Centenario Park
Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)
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4. Bolívar Square
A great destination for eating street food and watching people, Bolivar Square is unlike anything you’d see in South America and Columbia. This square features a play park, manicured gardens, and fountains, along with important buildings such as the government building called Urrutia Building, Immaculate Conception Cathedral, and a statue of Simon Bolivar. There are also several restaurants, cafes, and ice-cream shops that are dotted around the square.
Bolívar Square
Address: Cl. 9 ##2-9, 40, Ibagué, Tolima, Colombia
Website: Bolívar Square
Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)
5. República Cevichería
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Hungry for seafood delicacies or craving to get your hands on some of the best seafood dishes while out and about in Ibague, Columbia? Then you need to head to República Cevichería to satisfy your hunger pangs and seafood cravings. This cozy spot serves deliciousness on your plates, and they are nicely presented. Featuring comfortable decor, the friendly staff here adheres to all your needs. You can choose from Caribbean, Peruvian, South American, and seafood cuisines. Along with the mouthwatering food, they also serve drinks that pair well with the food offerings.
República Cevichería
Address: Centro de Servicios el Vergel Calle 77 A 25 Local 16, Ibagué, Tolima, Colombia
Opening hours: Tue - Sun: 4pm - 10pm (closed on Mon)
6. Annual Folk Festival
Since 1974, this festival has drawn many visitors to Ibague. Visitors are in for a treat during the festival, with farmers from the region performing their best traditional Colombian music with their unique artistic expression. You will get to watch many songs and dances with a strong Andean characters like Pasillo, Sanjuanero and Bambuco.
Annual Folk Festival
Website: Annual Folk Festival
7. San Jorge Botanical Garden
San Jorge Botanical Garden has over 500 species of plants stretching over a 7 kilometer (4.3 mi) nature trail, and you can choose the short level walk or a longer and more challenging one. Coca plants are found along the way if you can recognize them.
San Jorge Botanical Garden
Address: Avenida Guavinal, Ibague, Colombia
8. Foundation Orchids
The Foundation features 150 extinct species of orchids including the national flower Cattleya trianae. Following the trail will lead you to a site where you can see a different face of Ibague.
Foundation Orchids
Address: Carrera 30 sur #13-35 Barrio Dario Echandía, Barrio Darío Echandía, Ibagué, Tolima, Colombia
Website: Foundation Orchids
9. Parque Museo Martinique
Parque Museo Martinique is the ecotourism landmark, which was the first project and ecotourism park that was developed in the city of Ibague. It was built with swwimming pools, games like yew, billiards, soccer fileds, restaurants and other services. This site also offers visitors the best place for camping, wildlife viewing and nature immersion. You can also see the beautiful panoramic view of Ibague from the highest point of this site.
This place is easily accessible from Ibague; you can drive through the variant that leads to the municipality of Rovira, or from one that leads to Amenia. From the city centre it’s about 10 minutes by any mode of transport, you can even walk across the Uribe neighborhood and you are there.
Parque Museo Martinique
Address: Carrera 7 No 5-93, Ibague, Colombia
Website: Parque Museo Martinique (in Spanish)
10. Catedral Primada de Ibague
Located in Plaza de Bolivar, The Primate Cathedral of Ibague was once a simple chapel where the Spanish conquistadors attended the first mass (1551). It was then destroyed by lightning and earthquakes, but being restored it retained the magnificent architectural structure. This is a must-see historical site in Ibague, you do not need to be Catholic to be able to admire its artistic beauty.
Catedral Primada de Ibague
Address: Calle 10 # 1-129, Ibague, Colombia
11. Combeima Canyon
Combeima River Canyon is a great ecotourism site covering mountain landscape rich in organic matter and volcanic ash. Biodiversity is observed at the humid premontane forest and the perpetual snowy peak of Tolima. Visitors are advised to take precaution before visiting.
Combeima Canyon
Address: Salida Por el barrio el Libertador 18 Km Armenia - Ibague, Ibague 730018, Colombia
Website: Combeima Canyon (in Spanish)
12. Museo de Arte del Tolima
Come to the Museo de Arte del Tolima and have an acquaintance with the artistic cultural expression in the Andean region. You will come across Andean history, development of its art forms, and if you like, you can get some hands-on experience by participating in their workshop or classes.
Museo de Arte del Tolima
Address: Carrera 7 No 5-93 B / Belen
13. Playa Hawai
Playa Hawai is a holiday center and water park that generates great fun and recreation for the families both locally and internationally. Visitors have an option to camp on site or participate in their diverse water sports and fun facilities. There are events for the additional pleasure of the guests, so do join in whenever you are there and have fun!
Playa Hawai
Address: Carrera 2, No. 12-37, Ibague, Colombia
Website: Playa Hawai (in Spanish)
14. Shopping
Shop for a great variety of Colombia’s local brands and local produce at the shopping centers. Their huge set up can keep you busy for a number of hours or even days - prepare some empty space in your luggage before you go.
La Estacion Centro Comercial
Address: Calle 60 # 12-224 Av Ambalá, Ibague, Colombia
Facebook page: La Estacion Centro Comercial
15. Visit a casino for the fun
Located in La Estación Shopping Center, Ipanema is casino adopting a new concept of entertainment in the city of Ibague. See how the design of the entire space (games of chance, dinning and recreation) and the utilization of the state-of-the-art technology ensures fun moments for visitors! You need not be a gambler to visit the casino!
Ipanema
Address: Calle 60 #, Av Ambalá #12-224, Ibagué, Tolima, Colombia
Website: Ipanema (in Spanish)
Experience Ibague's musical and cultural fervor
There must be a good reason why Ibague earns its name as the Music City of Columbia. Visitors can easily delve into its musical heritage everywhere they turn, be it in their festivals, museums, natural reserves, theme parks or shopping centers - music is in the air!
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