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Experience the magic of the First Wonder of Colombia!
Immerse yourself in a unique experience at the Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral, an impressive underground temple carved from salt. Accompanied by our driver-guides, you will enjoy a private tour full of history, culture and tradition.
In addition to exploring this architectural icon, you will know the heart of Zipaquirá, where tradition and colonial architecture mix in a charming atmosphere. You will walk through its historic center, with its charming cobblestone streets, iconic squares and colonial buildings that will transport you back in time.
To complement the experience, you will enjoy authentic Colombian coffee at the perfect time of the route, depending on the climate and the pace of the tour.
We wait for you to live an unforgettable experience!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The adventure begins wherever you choose. We will pick you up at the place you prefer: Hotel, Airport, Airbnb or wherever you are.
Itinerary
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1Catedral De Sal
Get inside this architectural gem carved in the heart of an ancient salt mine, exploited since pre-Columbian times. The tour begins at Viacrucis, an underground corridor with 14 stations sculpted from salt rock by miners, reflecting Jesus’ path to crucifixion. Then you will arrive at the Dome, where you can admire the largest salt-cut cross in the world, an icon of faith and art. This masterpiece combines history, culture and devotion, being recognized as the First Wonder of Colombia. Discover a unique legacy underground!
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
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Before becoming a symbol of history and freedom, this space housed the old market square. It was inaugurated in 2010 as a tribute to the independence and legacy of Antonio Nariño, whose statue stands in the center holding the book representing the Human Rights of the people. Around the square, the flags symbolize the countries that achieved their freedom under the leadership of Simon Bolivar.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Plaza de los Comuneros
This iconic colonial square is the heart of Zipaquirá and the scene of the first revolution of America, which gave it its current name. Surrounded by imposing colonial buildings such as the Diocesan Cathedral, Government House and Municipal Palace, it reflects the historical and architectural wealth of the city. Its cobblestone streets and well-preserved architecture invite you to immerse yourself in the past, while its vibrant atmosphere keeps it a meeting point for locals and visitors.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
We will go through the school where Gabriel García Márquez, winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature and author of One Hundred Years of Solitude and Love in the Time of Cholera, studied as a boarder until his graduation in 1946. Today, this place is the Casa del Nobel Cultural Center, a space dedicated to art and the memory of the writer
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Built in 1926 during the presidency of General Pedro Nel Ospina, this station —known as Tres Esquinas — was a fundamental part of the Savannah Railway, boosting commerce and industry in the region. Its elegant neoclassical French design reflects the importance it had in its time of splendour, between the 1920s and 1970s. Declared a national architectural heritage, it still retains its historical essence as a witness to the development of Zipaquirá.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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