Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's Colombia Trip: All the Best Photos

Mar. 15, 2025

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry in Colombia on Aug. 15, 2024.Photo:Diego Cuevas/Getty

Diego Cuevas/Getty

Meghan MarkleandPrince Harrytook in the sights and sounds of Colombia.The Duke and Duchess of Sussexstepped out in South Americaon Aug. 15, kicking off a four-day trip at the invitation of Colombian Vice President Francia Márquez. Márquez announced on Aug. 1 that Prince Harry, 39, and Meghan, 43, “kindly accepted my invitation to visit our beautiful country” and would visit the cities of Bogotá, Cartagena and Cali.“In these vibrant locations, they will have the exceptional opportunity to engage with leaders, youth, and women who embody the aspirations and voices of Colombians committed to progress. In addition to these meaningful interactions, the Duke and Duchess will experience the rich heritage of Colombia,” Márquez said.The vice president added that the visit would happen before the inaugural Global Ministerial Conference on Ending Violence Against Children in Colombia in November, noting that one of the summit’s aims of making the online world a safer place aligns with the same tenet of Prince Harry and Meghan’s charitable Archwell Foundation.The Colombia trip is focused on key aspects of the Archwell Foundation’s core work, plus some of Harry and Meghan’s longtime causes like the military community and female empowerment.Scroll below for all the best photos from their visit.

Meghan MarkleandPrince Harrytook in the sights and sounds of Colombia.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussexstepped out in South Americaon Aug. 15, kicking off a four-day trip at the invitation of Colombian Vice President Francia Márquez. Márquez announced on Aug. 1 that Prince Harry, 39, and Meghan, 43, “kindly accepted my invitation to visit our beautiful country” and would visit the cities of Bogotá, Cartagena and Cali.

“In these vibrant locations, they will have the exceptional opportunity to engage with leaders, youth, and women who embody the aspirations and voices of Colombians committed to progress. In addition to these meaningful interactions, the Duke and Duchess will experience the rich heritage of Colombia,” Márquez said.

The vice president added that the visit would happen before the inaugural Global Ministerial Conference on Ending Violence Against Children in Colombia in November, noting that one of the summit’s aims of making the online world a safer place aligns with the same tenet of Prince Harry and Meghan’s charitable Archwell Foundation.

The Colombia trip is focused on key aspects of the Archwell Foundation’s core work, plus some of Harry and Meghan’s longtime causes like the military community and female empowerment.

Scroll below for all the best photos from their visit.

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Welcome to Colombia

(From left) Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, Colombian Vice President Francia Marquez and Rafael Yerney Pinillos in Colombia on Aug. 15, 2024.Sussex.com

Sussex.com

During the meeting, Márquez told Prince Harry and Meghan that she shared their vision for championing a safer digital future and mental health landscape. The vice president also shared her admiration for Prince Harry’s late mother,Princess Diana, according toHarper’s Bazaar.

02of 27A Warm WelcomeMeghan Markle and Francia Marquez in Colombia on Aug. 15, 2024.Eric Charbonneau for ArchewellIn a press conference on Aug. 15, Márquez said that she wasinspired to invite the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to Colombiaafter learning more about their story in their docuseriesHarry & Meghan. The six-part seriessmashed streaming recordson Netflix when it debuted in December 2022.

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A Warm Welcome

Meghan Markle and Francia Marquez in Colombia on Aug. 15, 2024.Eric Charbonneau for Archewell

Eric Charbonneau for Archewell

In a press conference on Aug. 15, Márquez said that she wasinspired to invite the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to Colombiaafter learning more about their story in their docuseriesHarry & Meghan. The six-part seriessmashed streaming recordson Netflix when it debuted in December 2022.

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(From left) Rafael Yerney Pinillos, Colombian Vice President Francia Marquez, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry at Colegio Cultura Popular school in Bogota, Colombia on Aug. 15, 2024.Courtesy of the Vice President’s Office

Courtesy of the Vice President’s Office

No chatting in the hallway…unless Prince Harry and Meghan are visiting! The Duke and Duchess of Sussexthen headed to Colegio Cultura Popular, a charter school in Bogotá, with Márquez and Pinillo.

They participated in an Insight Session with pupils, where some of the young people opened up about how social media impacts them both positively and negatively. Meghan praised the students as “impressive, smart and savvy,” while Harry asked about how they manage social media and digital literacy at home with their families.

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Recess to Remember

Meghan Markle (center) in Bogota, Colombia on Aug. 15, 2024.BACKGRID

BACKGRID

05of 27Smiles in the SchoolyardPrince Harry (second right) in Bogota, Colombia on Aug. 15, 2024.BACKGRIDThe couple connected with students and teachers, posing for some photos.

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Smiles in the Schoolyard

Prince Harry (second right) in Bogota, Colombia on Aug. 15, 2024.BACKGRID

The couple connected with students and teachers, posing for some photos.

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Hand-in-Hand

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry in Bogota, Colombia on Aug. 15, 2024.BACKGRID

A statement shared to the couple’ssussex.comwebsite said that the school visit “underscored the importance of nurturing young minds in a supportive environment and providing opportunities for both personal and academic growth.”

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Exploring Local Arts

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry at the Centro Nacional de las Artes Delia Zapata in Bogota, Colombia on Aug. 15, 2024.Diego Cuevas/Getty

08of 27Eye of the JaguarPrince Harry at the Centro Nacional de las Artes Delia Zapata in Bogota, Colombia on Aug. 15, 2024.RAUL ARBOLEDA/AFP via GettyThe Duke of Sussex let out a laugh when he met an artist rocking an elaborate costume.

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Eye of the Jaguar

Prince Harry at the Centro Nacional de las Artes Delia Zapata in Bogota, Colombia on Aug. 15, 2024.RAUL ARBOLEDA/AFP via Getty

RAUL ARBOLEDA/AFP via Getty

The Duke of Sussex let out a laugh when he met an artist rocking an elaborate costume.

09of 27Meghan Grooves to the MusicMeghan Markle at the Centro Nacional de las Artes Delia Zapata in Bogota, Colombia on Aug. 15, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via GettyShe’s got the beat! Meghan joined Márquez in dancing towards the end of the musical performance at National Centre for the Arts.

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Meghan Grooves to the Music

Meghan Markle at the Centro Nacional de las Artes Delia Zapata in Bogota, Colombia on Aug. 15, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via Getty

Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via Getty

She’s got the beat! Meghan joined Márquez in dancing towards the end of the musical performance at National Centre for the Arts.

10of 27A Cute KissMeghan Markle and Prince Harry at the Centro Nacional de las Artes Delia Zapata in Bogota, Colombia on Aug. 15, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via GettyPrince Harry wrapped his wife in a warm embrace as they stood up from their seats at the arts center.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are known show their love for one another, which etiquette expert Myka Meir previouslytold PEOPLE"makes them relatable and lovable to the public."

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A Cute Kiss

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry at the Centro Nacional de las Artes Delia Zapata in Bogota, Colombia on Aug. 15, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via Getty

Prince Harry wrapped his wife in a warm embrace as they stood up from their seats at the arts center.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are known show their love for one another, which etiquette expert Myka Meir previouslytold PEOPLE"makes them relatable and lovable to the public."

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Prince Harry and Meghan Speak Out

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at the Responsible Digital Future forum at EAN University in Bogota, Colombia on August 15, 2024.Juancho Torres/Anadolu via Getty

Juancho Torres/Anadolu via Getty

“With the Archewell Foundation, me and my wife believe that information integrity is a fundamental right,” Prince Harry said in part.

Added Meghan, “We should model how we want our kids to be raised and for the world in which we raise them.” The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are parents to sonPrince Archie, 5, and daughterPrincess Lilibet, 3.

12of 27Selfie Smiles(From left) Prince Harry, Maria Ressa, Meghan Markle, Francia Marquez and Rafael Yerney Pinillo at the Responsible Digital Future forum at EAN University in Bogota, Colombia on Aug. 15, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via GettyPrince Harry and Meghan leaned in for a picture with with Rappler co-founder and Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Ressa (who Prince Harry previously spoke with forTIME), Márquez and Pinillo.

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Selfie Smiles

(From left) Prince Harry, Maria Ressa, Meghan Markle, Francia Marquez and Rafael Yerney Pinillo at the Responsible Digital Future forum at EAN University in Bogota, Colombia on Aug. 15, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via Getty

Prince Harry and Meghan leaned in for a picture with with Rappler co-founder and Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Ressa (who Prince Harry previously spoke with forTIME), Márquez and Pinillo.

13of 27Education StationPrince Harry and Meghan Markle at Colegio La Giraldaon in Santa Fe, Bogota, Colombia on Aug. 16, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via GettyThe Duke and Duchess of Sussex stepped out on Aug. 16 for thesecond dayof their tour with a visit to the Colegio La Giraldaon school in Santa Fe. Prince Harry and Meghan made the stop to highlight the importance of social-emotional well-being in education.

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Education Station

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at Colegio La Giraldaon in Santa Fe, Bogota, Colombia on Aug. 16, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via Getty

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex stepped out on Aug. 16 for thesecond dayof their tour with a visit to the Colegio La Giraldaon school in Santa Fe. Prince Harry and Meghan made the stop to highlight the importance of social-emotional well-being in education.

14of 27Group PhotoPrince Harry and Meghan Markle (center) at Colegio La Giraldaon in Santa Fe, Bogota, Colombia on Aug. 16, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via GettyPrince Harry and Meghan were welcomed with performances throughout the school grounds, where some students sported traditional Colombian dress and performed cumbia songs featuring live percussion.

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Group Photo

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle (center) at Colegio La Giraldaon in Santa Fe, Bogota, Colombia on Aug. 16, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via Getty

Prince Harry and Meghan were welcomed with performances throughout the school grounds, where some students sported traditional Colombian dress and performed cumbia songs featuring live percussion.

15of 27Kindergarten Catch-UpMeghan Markle at Colegio La Giraldaon in Santa Fe, Bogota, Colombia on Aug. 16, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via GettyThe Duke and Duchess of Sussex popped into a kindergarten class, where they worked on puzzles and practiced their Spanish-language skills. Prince Harry asked students their names and ages, and Meghan brought up their son, Prince Archie.“You’re the same age as my son, Archie!” she told a student in Spanish.Meghan also wore some sentimental jewelry to the school —butterfly earringsthat previously belonged toPrincess Diana.

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Kindergarten Catch-Up

Meghan Markle at Colegio La Giraldaon in Santa Fe, Bogota, Colombia on Aug. 16, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via Getty

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex popped into a kindergarten class, where they worked on puzzles and practiced their Spanish-language skills. Prince Harry asked students their names and ages, and Meghan brought up their son, Prince Archie.

“You’re the same age as my son, Archie!” she told a student in Spanish.

Meghan also wore some sentimental jewelry to the school —butterfly earringsthat previously belonged toPrincess Diana.

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Working Lunch

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in Colombia on Aug. 16, 2024.Presidential Agency for International Cooperation of Colombia/X

Presidential Agency for International Cooperation of Colombia/X

According toHarper’s Bazaar, Prince Harry and Meghan both delivered brief remarks, with the Duchess of Sussex sharing hers entirely in Spanish. After graduating from Northwestern University, Meghan honed herSpanish language skillsduring an internship with the U.S. Embassy in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and while studying abroad in Madrid, Spain.

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Getting Physical

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at the Centro de Rehabilitación Inclusiva in Bogota, Colombia on Aug. 16, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via Getty

Harry hopped in to join a volleyball match with Pinillo towards the end of the visit, while Meghan and Márquez cheered them on.

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Proud Patron

Prince Harry (center) at the Centro de Rehabilitación Inclusiva in Bogota, Colombia on Aug. 16, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via Getty

Go team!

19of 27Feeling the BeatPrince Harry and Meghan Markle visit a drum school in Colombia on Aug. 17, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via GettyIn Cartagena on Aug. 17, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex visited Escuela Tambores de Cabildo, a local drum school working to preserve the art form of traditional African drumming.Founder Rafael Ramos said, “I love seeing Meghan’s big, big smile. I can tell she’s excited!”

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Feeling the Beat

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle visit a drum school in Colombia on Aug. 17, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via Getty

In Cartagena on Aug. 17, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex visited Escuela Tambores de Cabildo, a local drum school working to preserve the art form of traditional African drumming.

Founder Rafael Ramos said, “I love seeing Meghan’s big, big smile. I can tell she’s excited!”

20of 27Historic TourMeghan Markle and Prince Harry visit San Basilio de Palenque in Colombia on Aug. 17, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via GettyMeghan and Prince Harry continued the third day of their trip inSan Basilio de Palenque, which was established as the first free African town in the Americas in 1619.The couple greeted everyone both in Spanish and in the town’s indigenous language of Palenquero. Meghan expressed she was “so honored” to visit San Basilio de Palenque, noting the community’s “incredible history," while Harry described it as an “incredibly moving experience.”

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Historic Tour

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry visit San Basilio de Palenque in Colombia on Aug. 17, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via Getty

Meghan and Prince Harry continued the third day of their trip inSan Basilio de Palenque, which was established as the first free African town in the Americas in 1619.

The couple greeted everyone both in Spanish and in the town’s indigenous language of Palenquero. Meghan expressed she was “so honored” to visit San Basilio de Palenque, noting the community’s “incredible history," while Harry described it as an “incredibly moving experience.”

21of 27Empowering WomenPrince Harry and Meghan Markle in Colombia on Aug. 18, 2024.RAUL ARBOLEDA/AFP via GettyThe Duke and Duchess of Sussex arrived in the city of Cali on Aug. 18, where they attended a discussion focused on highlighting and uplifting Afro-Colombian women.

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Empowering Women

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in Colombia on Aug. 18, 2024.RAUL ARBOLEDA/AFP via Getty

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex arrived in the city of Cali on Aug. 18, where they attended a discussion focused on highlighting and uplifting Afro-Colombian women.

22of 27Meghan Takes the StageMeghan Markle in Colombia on Aug. 18, 2024.RAUL ARBOLEDA/AFP via GettyMeghan took the stage during a panel,removing her earpiece and speaking Spanish to the crowd. According toSussex.com, the Duchess of Sussex expressed “her deep appreciation for the Colombian hospitality. She praised the culture and history of the country, describing the visit as a dream and highlighting the strong sense of community she felt.“After wrapping her introduction in Colombia’s official language, she jokingly mimed wiping sweat from her forehead as the crowd applauded before switching to English.

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Meghan Takes the Stage

Meghan Markle in Colombia on Aug. 18, 2024.RAUL ARBOLEDA/AFP via Getty

Meghan took the stage during a panel,removing her earpiece and speaking Spanish to the crowd. According toSussex.com, the Duchess of Sussex expressed “her deep appreciation for the Colombian hospitality. She praised the culture and history of the country, describing the visit as a dream and highlighting the strong sense of community she felt.”

After wrapping her introduction in Colombia’s official language, she jokingly mimed wiping sweat from her forehead as the crowd applauded before switching to English.

23of 27Women Helping WomenMeghan Markle takes part in the Afro Women and Power Forum in Colombia on Aug. 18, 2024.Gabriel Aponte/GettyDuring the panel, Meghan walked to the side of the stage so she couldadjust a fan to face the panelists.Colombian Vice President Francia Márquez, who was on stage with Meghan, started applauding and the other panelists laughed as they realized what she was doing.As she returned to her seat, Meghan said in Spanish, “Women helping women.”

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Women Helping Women

Meghan Markle takes part in the Afro Women and Power Forum in Colombia on Aug. 18, 2024.Gabriel Aponte/Getty

Gabriel Aponte/Getty

During the panel, Meghan walked to the side of the stage so she couldadjust a fan to face the panelists.

Colombian Vice President Francia Márquez, who was on stage with Meghan, started applauding and the other panelists laughed as they realized what she was doing.

As she returned to her seat, Meghan said in Spanish, “Women helping women.”

24of 27Salsa LessonMeghan Markle and Prince Harry dance salsa in Colombia on Aug. 18, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via GettyThe Duke and Duchess of Sussex displayed their salsa dancing skills at the Unidad Recreativa El Vallado on Aug. 19 during an afternoon with young people from the city of Cali. Prince Harry twirled Meghan around the dance floor, and they also took turns dancing with other partners during the event.

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Salsa Lesson

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry dance salsa in Colombia on Aug. 18, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via Getty

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex displayed their salsa dancing skills at the Unidad Recreativa El Vallado on Aug. 19 during an afternoon with young people from the city of Cali. Prince Harry twirled Meghan around the dance floor, and they also took turns dancing with other partners during the event.

25of 27Partner SwapMeghan Markle and Prince Harry in Colombia on Aug. 18, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via GettyThe city of Cali is known as the world capital of salsa, according to Colombia’stourism website.

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Partner Swap

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry in Colombia on Aug. 18, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via Getty

The city of Cali is known as the world capital of salsa, according to Colombia’stourism website.

26of 27A Quick KissMeghan Markle and Prince Harry kiss in Colombia on Aug. 18, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via GettyBetween dancing, Meghan and Harrysnuck in a quick kiss.

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A Quick Kiss

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry kiss in Colombia on Aug. 18, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via Getty

Between dancing, Meghan and Harrysnuck in a quick kiss.

27of 27A Final Thank YouMeghan Markle and Prince Harry in Colombia on Aug. 18, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via Getty ImagesThe coupletook the stage at the Petronio Music Festival in Cali, celebrating Afro-Colombian music and dance, for their final event of the tour. Meghan told the crowd, “Your country is so beautiful!” and translated her husband’s remarks from English to Spanish for the audience.

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A Final Thank You

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry in Colombia on Aug. 18, 2024.Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via Getty Images

Eric Charbonneau/Archewell Foundation via Getty Images

The coupletook the stage at the Petronio Music Festival in Cali, celebrating Afro-Colombian music and dance, for their final event of the tour. Meghan told the crowd, “Your country is so beautiful!” and translated her husband’s remarks from English to Spanish for the audience.

source: people.com