International Emerald Museum
Museo Internacional de la Esmeralda
A themed museum that introduces the mining and identification of Colombian emeralds, with a reconstructed mine tunnel and large rough stones on display.
Colombia produces roughly 70% of the world's emeralds. This private museum occupies an upper floor of an office building in the city centre. It recreates a tunnel from the Muzo mining area and displays rough stones, finished gems and identification know-how, and guides explain how to tell genuine stones from fakes. Admission is about 10,000–20,000 pesos. The area around the intersection of Carrera 7 and Avenida Jiménez is an emerald trading district. When buying, choose licensed dealers who provide certificates, and never purchase from private sellers who approach you on the street.
Opening hours
Mon–Sat about 9:00 am–6:00 pm
Nearby sights
- Gold Museum
- Church of San Francisco
- Primatial Cathedral of Bogotá
- Luis Ángel Arango Library
- Chorro de Quevedo
- Bolívar Square
- Botero Museum
- La Candelaria