Things to do in San Gil in October

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Overview

October is a good time to visit San Gil. The weather is usually mildly cool and humid but cool, with temperatures ranging from 59—75°F (15—24°C).

San Gil has plenty to offer for visitors of all ages and interests. In this article, we tell you the top things to see and do for your October trip to San Gil. Get inspired by the events, activities, attractions, and experiences unique to October. We’ll let you know where to explore events based on your interests, whether that’s food, culture, art, music, sport or others.

We’ll let you know everything you need to prepare for the weather in San Gil in October. Learn about what to wear and pack for your trip, the average temperatures throughout October, temperature changes from morning to evening and much more.

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Weather in San Gil in October

Temperatures on an average day in San Gil in October

The average temperature in San Gil in October for a typical day ranges from a high of 75°F (24°C) to a low of 59°F (15°C). Some would describe the temperature to be mildly cool. humid but cool

For comparison, the hottest month in San Gil, February, has days with highs of 79°F (26°C) and lows of 60°F (15°C). The coldest month, January has days with highs of 78°F (25°C) and lows of 58°F (14°C). This graph shows how an average day looks like in San Gil in October based on historical data.

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Historical temperature average in October
75°F
highs
59°F
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General weather summary

Mildly cool, humid but cool
Feels like
97%
Chance of rain
1.318 in
Amount
5.5 mph
Wind speed
95%
Humidity
12.0 hrs
Daylight length
5:38 AM
Sunrise
5:37 PM
Sunset
16%
Cloud cover
T-shirt, rain coat and rain boots
What to wear
What to wear in October
With an average high of 75°F (24°C) and a low of 59°F (15°C), it generally feels mildly cool and humid but cool. There might also be a very high chance of rain. With that in mind, most people would dress in something light like your favorite t-shirt and top it off with a rain coat and rain boots
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Best attractions for San Gil in October

Besides the array of exciting events and activities San Gil has to offer for travelers in October, we want to remind you of the classic attractions in San Gil that are great to visit at this time of the year as well! You can’t miss these iconic landmarks, local favorites, and places rich with cultural heritage. We hope to give you insights and inspiration into the best things to see and do to make the most of your visit. Here is a list of our top attractions in San Gil for October.
El Gallineral Natural Park
1. El Gallineral Natural Park
4.5
(11073)
Park
Nature & Parks
Island park with walkways through moss-draped trees, a swimming pool & kayaking on the Fonce River.
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It was an incredible experience. The park is beautiful, they do charge though, all the information we found about it didn’t say anything about it, but it is not expensive, only $7.000 pesos. Animals are hard to find, but you will still enjoy it!!!!
Johanna P — Google review
I wish I could have walked this place in it's glory. Now, it's fairly run down and sad. It reminds me of the abandoned properties in Jurassic Park films with an abandoned aviary to match. Its quiet but if you have mobility issues, this is not for you. Interesting things to see but very run down now.
James F — Google review
This is one of the most beautiful parks I have ever been to. There are so many things I liked and found very interesting, including the beautiful flowers, the fascinating variety of trees that adorn the entire place, the running river that fills the place with the sounds of splashing water and the 2 little ponds that fit in perfectly in the whole scenery. I would most definitely recommend a visit there.
Dimitrios C — Google review
Beautiful, super green park. The majority of the park contains nature walking trails with huge trees, a river and so much to see. There is also a restaurant that had good food and a swimming pool. Great place! I would visit again.
Chris L — Google review
A pretty and peaceful stop to while away some hours and stretch your legs. We visited with our two small kids (1 and 4 years old) while on a road trip from Bogota to Los Santos. It was an easy win with the kids - lots of squirrels, birds and turtles to check out, some interesting plants for the adults, a decent playground and good restaurant (Plates were big and we shared, otherwise you could say it is a bit overpriced). Entry is 6k per adult and we didn’t have to pay for the kids. Pool was 10k/person - we opted out.
Rena B — Google review
Great place to walk around and take pictures. Right downtown. Free if you are 60+, otherwise less than $2 each. A great activity for an hour or two.
Tom P — Google review
This park is really nice, a bit hidden from the busy city you can find a decent peace of nature there. Stunning trees and multiple animals such as turtles or squirrels and parrots hummingbirds (if you are patient). Overall the visit will take you up to 30mn max. Worth considering if you have a bit to spend before catching a bus.
Emilien M — Google review
I loved it, the place is magical, it is a place to breath and relax, to hear the nature, there is a swimming pool too, it cost 6000 COP the ticket and 10000 COP if you wanna go to the swimming pool.
Adriana L — Google review
Cascadas de Juan Curí Parque Ecológico
2. Cascadas de Juan Curí Parque Ecológico
4.7
(2110)
Ecological park
Nature & Parks
Woodland hikes, horseback rides & rappelling at a towering cascade with a natural swimming hole.
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Undoubtedly one of the highlights of our trip. The waterfalls are simply breathtaking and we had the added bonus of visiting on a weekday when there were only a few tourists. There's an entrance fee to get into the park (around $12,000) and a short hike of about 30 minutes to get to the highest waterfall. I would class the hike as mild to moderate with a few steepish steps and some slippery areas. I especially liked that there was a circular route back (for a large part) to make the return hike a little more interesting. Good footwear and mosquito repellent is highly advised.
Jayesh P — Google review
Very beautiful! We took the path up at the mainland entrance but we walked down from the other side of the waterfall which I'd very much recommended. You walk trough water and mud but the waterfall has so many levels and you can go for swims everywhere, it's a lush green jungle path!
Sharon H — Google review
What an incredible experience! We visited today as a group of 7 and all chose our own adventures. I did the zip lining and rappel down the waterfall. Even though these might seem like risky activities, the professional staff made it feel safe and straightforward. I’m so glad we came here, we now have wonderful memories and photos to share. Big thanks to Wilson, our brave and brilliant guide, who led us through the park and made this an unforgettable day.
LJ M — Google review
Beautiful must visit! On site rappelling and adventure course! English speaking for rappelling 🫶🏼
Autumn F — Google review
Amazing waterfall to visit while in San Gil! Takes about 30 minutes to get to by public bus. The walk leading to the waterfall is nice n relaxing as well. Make sure to go to the big waterfall. It is possible to do rappelling here as well.
Smitha I — Google review
A great place to check out if you’re in the San Gil area. Only a 30 minute drive from San Gil, and about a 20-30 minute climb to the waterfall. Not super challenging but it will get the heart rate up. Great to swim and hangout at the waterfall. Very peaceful and enjoyable!
Caitlin W — Google review
Beautiful stone pathways take you through a lush tropical forest to rhe lowest part of rhe cascade. If you want to see the upper falls, take the trail to the right at the Yellow building.
AzGeoDad P — Google review
To get there you have to walk approx 30 min thru the jungle (nothing difficult) and it's worth it! Waterfall is beautiful. Entrance is 15k which seems to me pricey but at the end we were able to accept it cause the whole trail and waterfall were great
Adam K — Google review
La Libertad San Gil Main Park
3. La Libertad San Gil Main Park
4.7
(24)
Park
Nature & Parks
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(Translated by Google) Excellent, it looks great. Lots of commerce. You can feel the warmth of the people. (Original) Excelente se ve super. Mucho comercio Se nota la cálida humana
El F — Google review
(Translated by Google) Main Park of the town of San Gil, where you will find many green spaces, street stalls selling wafers, solteritas, sweets, ice cream and other gastronomy typical of the region. the people are very friendly. (Original) Parque Principal del pueblo de san gil, en este se encuentra muchos espacios verdes, puestos ambulantes de obleas, solteritas, dulces, helados y demás gastronomía propia de la región. la gente es muy amable.
Alejandro A — Google review
(Translated by Google) Main park in the heart of San Gil, it is beautiful both day and night if you pass through San Gil it is a must-see (Original) Parque principal en el corazón de San Gil, es bonito tanto de día como de noche si pasas por San Gil es visita obligada
Carlos O — Google review
(Translated by Google) A very nice and cozy place, the main square is very busy and the cathedral is majestic. I highly recommend coming because you have a great time with family and friends. (Original) Un lugar muy bonito y acogedor, la plaza principal es muy movida y la catedral es majestuosa. Les recomiendo mucho venir porque se la pasa muy rico en familia y con amigos
José S — Google review
(Translated by Google) It's very nice. (Original) Es muy lindo.
Alejandra J — Google review
(Translated by Google) a beautiful place to share with the family. Beautiful, quiet and with a giant ceiba tree that must be at least 300 years old. (Original) un lugar hermoso para compartir con la familia. Hermoso tranquilo y con un arbol ceiba gigante que debe tener al menos unos 300 años.
Karlos C — Google review
(Translated by Google) Architecture and nature are combined in their maximum splendor. (Original) La arquitectura y la naturaleza están conjugadas en su máximo esplendor.
Juan L — Google review
(Translated by Google) Excellent for relaxation (Original) Excelente para un relax
Pedro M — Google review
Catedral de la Santa Cruz
4. Catedral de la Santa Cruz
4.7
(240)
Cathedral
Sights & Landmarks
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Really nice town and beautiful church
Luswin C — Google review
San Gil's cathedral. - 2022/08/28
Van H — Google review
Super 👌
Marisol M — Google review
Beautiful Spanish church both inside and out.
Bryce C — Google review
Beautiful place
Javier A — Google review
Looks good
Mārtiņš M — Google review
(Translated by Google) The church is very large, it has a very imposing structure, and very elaborate stained glass windows, it is a great church. It is an important point to know about this city. (Original) La iglesia es muy grande, tiene una estructura muy imponente, y vitrales muy elaborados, es una grandiosa iglesia. Es un punto importante para conocer de esta ciudad.
Juan P — Google review
(Translated by Google) A cathedral unique in its design, with imposing architecture that invites you to admire it. The masses are very enjoyable, and the priest conveys a profound message that invites reflection and inner peace. Architecturally, it is a work worth seeing and appreciating; a true gem in the heart of San Gil. (Original) Una catedral única en su diseño, con una arquitectura imponente que invita a ser admirada. Las misas son muy amenas, el padre transmite un mensaje profundo que invita a la reflexión y a la paz interior. Arquitectónicamente, es una obra que vale la pena conocer y apreciar; una verdadera joya en el corazón de San Gil.
DIANA C — Google review
Mercado Cubierto de San Gil Plaza Norte
5. Mercado Cubierto de San Gil Plaza Norte
4.4
(1110)
Market
Shopping
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Here you can have a delicious traditional affordable breakfast/lunch, you can buy traditional sweet treats, and of course, buy green groceries, groceries, meat, fish, pork, etc. The days people come in major numbers are Wednesday, and weekends. Breakfast options for vegetarians and everybody else
Gerson G — Google review
Very cool market with very helpful vendors
Danette S — Google review
Best market in the town, good fresh juices, tasty arepas, fresh fruits and veggies. Lowest prices in the town
Mateusz S — Google review
The best place for fresh food
Diego V — Google review
You can find everything on sale
Javier A — Google review
Ok
Fray A — Google review
Super
Betty I — Google review
(Translated by Google) There's a place that prepares and sells delicious breakfasts accompanied by the incomparable Santanderean arepa. Giant arepas that they sell whole or by the quarter. Delicious 😋 (Original) Hay un Local en donde preparan y venden ricos desayunos acompañados de la inigualable arepa Santandereana. Arepa gigante que la venden entera o por cuartos. Delicioso 😋
Elkin O — Google review
Pozo Azul Balneario
6. Pozo Azul Balneario
3.7
(131)
Playground
Nature & Parks
Slide 1 of 8
Nice place!
Jessica P — Google review
(Translated by Google) What a mistake that such a beautiful place is so neglected, it smells bad and the facilities are abandoned, I hope the mayor's office takes care of and is interested in this place. (Original) Que falla qué un sitio tan bonito este tan descuidado, huele mal y las instalaciones están abandonadas, ojalá la alcaldía cuide y se interese por este sitio.
Leonardo P — Google review
(Translated by Google) The residents of San Gil didn't recommend it to me because it's abandoned and used for smoking. I walked past it, and it does indeed look abandoned. (Original) Los habitantes de San gil no me lo recomendaron, debido a que esta abandonado y es usado para fumar. Pasé por el frente y efectivamente se ve abandonado.
Gustavo D — Google review
(Translated by Google) It is a very nice place, quite busy, it can be in dirty conditions, but it is very quiet (Original) Es un lugar muy bonito, bastante concurrido, puede estar en condiciones sucias, pero es muy tranquilo
Camila P — Google review
(Translated by Google) It is very nice, you do not have to pay the entrance fee, only what you consume in the place, beautiful wells (Original) Es muy agradable no hay que pagar la entrada solo lo que consuma en el lugar bonitos pozos
Jefferson P — Google review
(Translated by Google) An excellent place to enjoy with the family, and very close to the city. (Original) Un excelente lugar para disfrutar en familia, y muy cerca de la ciudad.
Gilberto P — Google review
(Translated by Google) It is a very beautiful place, there are very cool wells that are at the top of the waterfall. (Original) Es un lugar muy bonito, hay pozos muy chéveres que se encuentran en la parte superior de la cascada.
Maria B — Google review
(Translated by Google) The best thing is that it is free... good well and waterfalls for photographs... the bad thing... no dressing rooms. Not even lookers...but then 0 pesos...excellent. (Original) Lo mejor es q es gratis.. buen pozo y cascadas para fotografías...lo malo..sin vestieres . Ni lookers...pero pues 0 pesos...excelente.
Ernesto D — Google review
Mercado Cubierto de San Gil Plaza Norte
7. Mercado Cubierto de San Gil Plaza Norte
4.4
(1110)
Market
Shopping
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Here you can have a delicious traditional affordable breakfast/lunch, you can buy traditional sweet treats, and of course, buy green groceries, groceries, meat, fish, pork, etc. The days people come in major numbers are Wednesday, and weekends. Breakfast options for vegetarians and everybody else
Gerson G — Google review
Very cool market with very helpful vendors
Danette S — Google review
Best market in the town, good fresh juices, tasty arepas, fresh fruits and veggies. Lowest prices in the town
Mateusz S — Google review
The best place for fresh food
Diego V — Google review
You can find everything on sale
Javier A — Google review
Ok
Fray A — Google review
Super
Betty I — Google review
(Translated by Google) There's a place that prepares and sells delicious breakfasts accompanied by the incomparable Santanderean arepa. Giant arepas that they sell whole or by the quarter. Delicious 😋 (Original) Hay un Local en donde preparan y venden ricos desayunos acompañados de la inigualable arepa Santandereana. Arepa gigante que la venden entera o por cuartos. Delicioso 😋
Elkin O — Google review
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