Pereira
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Pereira is the largest city in the coffee region. Although it does not have much to offer in terms of tourism, it is a strategic place to explore the region.
Why is it wise to stay in Pereira when exploring the coffee region?
- Many buses stop in Pereira and the cities of Cali, Medellín, or Bogotá can be reached by direct buses.
- There’s an airport which serves many destinations
- It is located near the thermal baths of Santa Rosa de Cabal and San Vincente.
- Easy access to the different trails of Los Nevados
- Varied and well-supervised activities can be planned from Pereira.
- Close to beautiful colonial villages like Filandia, Salamina, and Salento
In addition, there are excellent tours and great accommodation options!
Articles to read before visiting Pereira:
Getting to Pereira?
From Salento to Pereira:
- Bus every hour from 5h30 am to 6h30 pm from the terminal | Expreso Alcala | 1 hour
From Filandia to Pereira:
- Bus every hour from 7 am to 7 pm from the “terminal” | Expresó Alcalá | 1 hour
From Armenia to Pereira:
- Many direct buses from the terminal | Expreso Palmira | 1 hour
From Cali to Pereira:
- Frequent Buses leave from the main terminal | Expreso Palmira & Expreso Trejos | 3h30
From Popayan to Pereira:
From Neiva to Pereira:
- A few buses per day from the terminal. Schedule – double-check with the bus company | Cootranshuila & Coomotor | 8 hours
- Flights with 1 stopover from the Neiva airport | Avianca & Easyfly | 4 – 5 hours
From Jardin to Pereira:
- Take the Chiva Bus to Rio Sucio which leaves at 8 am. Schedule. Double-check with your hotel. | Cootransrio | 3 hours
- Once in Rio Sucio, take one of the many buses that head to Pereira. Departure every 30 min. | Cootransoccidentae | 4 hours
From Medellin to Pereira:
- Many direct buses leave from the South Terminal. Hourly departures. Schedule.| Expreso Arauca, Flota Ospina & Flota occidental | 6 – 8 hours
- Direct flights from Jose Maria Cordova or Olaya Herrera airport. | Easyfly | 1 hour
From Bogota to Pereira:
- Bus from the main terminal. I recommend a night bus. Schedule – Double-check with the bus company | Bolivariano | 11 hours
- Many flights from the airport | Viva Air, Latam & Avianca | 1h
From Cartagena to Pereira:
- 2 Direct flight per day from the airport | Viva Air | 1h30
From Santa Marta to Pereira:
- 1 Direct flight per day from the airport | Viva Air | 1h30 |
Pereira's airport?
The airport is outside the city, a short 20-min ride by taxi.
Pereira's bus terminal?
The bus terminal is close to the zona rosa of Pereira, “La Circunvalar”. It’s 10 mins by taxi.
Table of Contents
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- Stay in Pereira?
- Stay in Santa Rosa de Cabal?
- Things to do?
- Our articles
- Bars & Restaurants
- Places nearby?
- Map of Colombia
Where to stay in Pereira
La Circunvalar is the best district in Pereira. It's the Zona Rosa of the city with many good restaurants and bars. However, you have also the option to stay outside Pereira. In that case, you will have to include the taxi fares in your budget or book tours with transportation included.
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Hostel - $
Kolibri
Excellent Value for money. The rooms are spacious and clean. Restaurant and bar on the 1rst floor.Get the best price -
Hotel - $$$
Don Alfonso
Vintage hotel with a great atmosphere. Top-notch services. Comfortable rooms. For Couple.Get the best price -
Bed & Breakfast - $$
Santamaria
Little guesthouse filled with pieces of art. 15 min drive from the center. Vintage. Peaceful. Great landscapes.Get the best price -
Boutique hotel - $$
El Lugar
Excellent value for money, 30 min drive from Pereira. Friendly owners. Importance of details. Delicious food.Get the best price -
Spa Hotel - $$$
La Colina
Massive SPA hotel with great facilities. Beautiful views from the rooms. Modern and well-built. Romantic. 20 min drive.Get the best price -
Luxury - $$$
Sazagua
Upscale hotel with top-notch services. Unforgettable experiences. They take care of everything. 20 min drive.Get the best price
Where to stay in Santa Rosa de Cabal
Santa Rosa is a city 15 min away from Pereira. Many buses leave from the terminal. The city isn't charming, but there are some cool hotels on the outskirts. Moreover, you must pass by Santa Rosa if you want to get to the thermal baths.
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SPA hotel - $$$
Matisses
Excellent hotel with top-notch facilities. Besides, massages are super affordable. 5 min drive from the center.Get the best price -
Hotel - $$
Visperas
Small hotel with a great garden. Peaceful. Lovely owners. Comfortable beds. 7 min drive from the center.Get the best price
Things to do in Pereira
Incredible landscapes and highlights surround Pereira. Don't hesitate to spend many days there if you've got the budget for it. Visit secret colonial towns, explore the fantastic National park Los Nevados, learn about coffee and relax in the thermal baths.
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3 hours | $
Coffee tours
There are many coffee farms around Pereira. Pick the tour you like and discover how to make a good coffee.Learn more -
7 - 9 hours | $$$$
Chocolate tour
Be curious and gourmet. Visit a Cacao plantation and learn the daily life of a Colombian family. Bon appetit!Get the best price -
8 - 10 hours | $
Otun Quimbaya
Buses leave from Pereira (1h30 in Chiva), then you must take a tour with a local guide. There are howler monkeys!Learn more -
Day trip | $$
Thermal baths
Santa Rosa de Cabal and San Vincente are two thermal baths surrounded by nature. I prefer San Vincente.Learn more -
2 - 7 days | $$$
Los Nevados
Beautiful National park with many highlights. 2 to 7-day hikes through the Paramo to reach Santa Isabel. Get a 5% discount!Get in touch -
4 - 6 hours | $
La Florida
It's a small community with a unique local culture. Many artists creating new pieces of art. Good food too!Learn more -
Day trip | $
Marsella
Marsella is a hidden gem with beautiful and colorful colonial buildings. Located just 1 hour away from Pereira.Learn more -
6 - 8 hours | $$$
Canyoning
There are many waterfalls and rivers around Pereira. Don't hesitate to explore them while rappelling! -
8 hours | $$$$
Valle de Cocora
Book a tour in Pereira and organize a day trip to Valle de Cocora and Salento. You will save time on your itinerary!Get the best price -
8 hours | $$$$
Filandia
Book a private tour and visit Filandia and its surroundings. Walking tour, natural reserve, and handicraft!Learn more -
6 hours | $$$
Panela tour
Panela is a sugar paste made from sugarcane. Visit the exploitation and learn about the different stages!Learn more
Our articles about Pereira
We stayed 10 days around Pereira and wrote about our travel experiences.
Where to eat & drink?
For us, good restaurants and exciting nightlife are important when traveling. We gathered our favorite picks on an interactive Map. Download the APP "Mapstr" and look for "Colombia Insider"!
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