Guided Tour Bogota With Monserrate and Museums and Food Route

5 to 6 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

If you are traveling to Bogota, this is the best option to know its history, culture and gastronomy in one tour.

The experience begins in Monserrate, one of the most iconic places in the city, where you will enjoy an incredible panoramic view of the capital. Then you will visit the Museo de la Esmeralda to discover one of Colombia’s greatest treasures and continue along the historic streets of La Candelaria, touring iconic places such as the Botero Museum, Bolivar Square, Casa de Nariño and Chorro de Quevedo.

During the experience you will enjoy a tasting of exotic Colombian fruits in Plaza de La Concordia, taste a traditional muisca tea in Chorro de Quevedo and taste a typical Colombian snack to get even closer to the flavors of the culture.

It will be a tour full of history, art, architecture, traditions and gastronomy, ideal for those who want to know the essence of Bogotá in an authentic way.

What's Included

Tea Test (Typical Indian) or Girl
Tour Square Concord With Fruit Test
Candelaria Tour, Historic Center
Cerro de Monserrate (General Entrance)
Expert guide in English or Spanish
Museum of Botero (Closed Tuesdays)
Museum of the Emerald
Tour Plaza de Bolivar
Traditional Snack (fried)
Additional Payment
Private transportation
Breakfast
Additional Purchases

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We'll be happy to meet you at Monserrate's locker before we get on board.

End point
Plaza de Bolívar

Itinerary

Duration: 5 to 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Mount Monserrate

    We'll meet at the Monserrate base, next to the ticket office. There our guide will be waiting to help you with access and start this experience. From this point we will begin our adventure towards the top of Monserrate, where we will enjoy spectacular views of the city and learn about part of its history and tradition.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Barrio La Candelaria

    Here you will visit one of the oldest and most emblematic neighborhoods of Bogotá. Its streets, colonial architecture, history and traditions reflect the origin and evolution of the city, making it an ideal place to discover the cultural essence of the Colombian capital.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Plaza De Mercado La Concordia

    In the traditional Plaza de Mercado La Concordia we will discover the gastronomic and cultural richness of Colombia. We will tour its fruit market, where the diversity of climates and regions of the country is reflected in an incredible variety of flavors, colors and aromas. Here we will have the opportunity to taste some of the most exotic and representative fruits in Colombia, a unique experience for the senses.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Museos del Banco de la Republica

    Considered one of the main cultural spaces of Bogotá, this museum houses an extraordinary collection of art donated by Fernando Botero, one of the most renowned artists in Colombia. Here you can admire his iconic works, as well as pieces by leading international artists, making it a must-see for art and culture lovers.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Centro Cultural Gabriel Garcia Marquez (Pass by)

    During our walk we will admire the imposing architecture of Centro Cultural Gabriel García Márquez, one of the most emblematic cultural spaces of the city. Although we will not enter the building, our guide will share interesting details about its design, its cultural importance and the legacy of Gabriel García Márquez, allowing us to know more about this unique place.

    Admission ticket free
  • Catedral Primada de Bogota (Pass by)

    Located in the heart of the historic Plaza de Bolivar, the Primada Cathedral of Colombia is one of the most important temples in the country. Here we can admire its architectural details and learn about the relevance that religion has had in the history and development of Colombia, reflecting the traditions and deep cultural heritage of a nation with strong religious roots.

    Admission ticket free
  • CASA DE NARINO (Pass by)

    During our tour we will pass through the outside of the Casa de Nariño, seat of the Presidency of the Republic and symbol of the National Government. Our guide will share some of the most important stories that have set the course for Colombia, allowing us to better understand the role of this emblematic place in building and developing the nation.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Plaza Del Chorro Del Quevedo

    We will visit the historic Chorro de Quevedo, considered the place where the city of Bogotá was founded. This corner full of history and tradition will allow us to know the origins of the capital while enjoying a traditional Muisca tea, an experience that will connect us with the ancestral roots and customs of the region.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Museo Internacional De La Esmeralda

    Discover one of the great treasures of Colombia at Museo Internacional de la Esmeralda. This space allows us to know the importance of emeralds in the history and economy of the country, as well as the wealth of our natural resources and the process that transforms these precious stones into admired jewels around the world.

    45 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 7
    Plaza de Bolivar de Bogota

    We will visit the emblematic Plaza de Bolivar, the historical, political and cultural heart of Colombia. Surrounded by important government and religious buildings, this square has been the scene of some of the most important events in national history. Here we will know the center of the powers of the State and discover the histories, traditions and cultural expressions that have shaped the country over the years.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Nómadas Colombia Travel

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Archaeology Tours
Small Group
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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