Private Tour of La Candelaria, The history of Bogotá

4.7
(9 reviews)

3 to 4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

If you are interested in the history and culture of Bogotá, a tour of the La Candelaria neighborhood is the perfect experience for you. This historic neighborhood is the cultural and artistic heart of the city, with cobblestone streets, colonial buildings, and fascinating museums that tell the story of Colombia. During the tour you will be able to learn more about the characters and events that marked the history of Bogotá and Colombia, from pre-Columbian times to the present. In addition, you will be able to enjoy the vibrant energy of the neighborhood and get to know some of the most emblematic places in the city. If you are looking for an enriching and unforgettable experience in Bogotá, this tour of La Candelaria is for you!

What's Included

Private transportation
coffee tasting
Chicha tasting
tea tasting
fruit tasting

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Our staff can be recognized by a green cap with an orange logo on the front

Itinerary

Duration: 3 to 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Plaza Del Chorro Del Quevedo

    We start the urban walk from the place where the city originated.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    We will visit a market place to talk and taste a wide variety of fruits that we have in Colombia.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    We will pass through an emblematic park from which we will see landmarks of the city.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Monumento a Santander

    We will cross another park full of history, located next to the gold museum.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Plaza de Bolivar de Bogota

    We will make a stop at the largest and most important square in Colombia and we will talk about its history.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Teatro Colon Bogota

    We will see the Colón Theater, a neoclassical national monument from the end of the 19th century.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    We will walk through a very traditional and colonial street next to local museums in the city.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    We will stop to taste a tea and we will talk about different cultures of the country.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9

    We will end the tour in a cafe for a tasting

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Fogata Tours

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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