Casa Museo Rafael Núñez
The wooden colonial-era home of a four-time president who wrote Colombia's national anthem lyrics. Its white-and-green balconies are very photogenic.
Located in the El Cabrero district outside the Old Town, Rafael Núñez served four terms as president of Colombia. He oversaw the drafting of the 1886 Constitution and wrote the lyrics of the national anthem. This two-story wooden house, painted white and green, has large balconies and is a fine example of late colonial Caribbean architecture. Furniture and documents are preserved inside. A small chapel across the street holds his tomb. Admission is inexpensive, and a visit takes about 40 minutes. Check the opening hours on site.
Opening hours
Tue–Sun approx. 09:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Las Bóvedas
- Monument to India Catalina
- San Diego
- Walled City & Clock Tower
- Cathedral of Saint Catherine of Alexandria
- Plaza de Bolívar
- Getsemaní
- Castillo San Felipe de Barajas