T1 duty-free staple with mid-range perfumes and liquor
By T1 international gates at El Dorado, La Riviera runs as a classic duty-free stop for perfume, cosmetics, and liquor before boarding. It sits airside after security, so you can shop with your bag already screened and keep liquids in the sealed duty-free bag.
Fragrance lines lean mid to high-end: think major European brands with 50–100 ml bottles often under USD $100, sometimes less during promo periods. Expect the usual sets near USD $120 and occasional 2-for deals on older launches. Makeup and skincare counters mirror downtown Bogotá pricing, just trimmed by the duty-free tax break.
Liquor shelves focus on whisky, rum, and local aguardiente, with 750 ml bottles typically between USD $15–$50. Cartons of cigarettes and cigars sit behind the counter, following standard duty-free allowances; check your destination country rules before stocking up. Snacks and chocolates cluster near the cash registers in travel packs sized for carry-ons.
Payment runs fast: cards are standard, and most transactions clear in under 5 minutes unless a long-haul departure bank fills T1’s international side. Staff usually quote prices in both COP and USD, and your receipt lists the flight number entered for export control.
One tip: if you land in T1 and connect internationally, wait and shop at La Riviera after you clear transfer security; buying here keeps all liquids sealed for your final outbound leg.