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- English
- Spanish
We believe travel is all about the people you meet and connect with, so we threw the script out the window to take you on a deep journey through La Candelaria.
We will start by visiting the main landmarks in La Candelaria and discover the stories hidden behind them. Then, we will step aside from the touristic area and visit our favorite 4 hidden gems.
Get to see the most touristic neighborhood through the eyes of locals, as we share with you our history, culture, current social and political situation and personal anecdotes.
During this experience, we are here to answer all the questions you may have and give you great local advise, making it a perfect introduction to Bogota. Consider us your new Colombian friends!
We look forward to meet you in our experience ;)
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Option with Private car: Our local host will pick you up at your location in a private car and take you back after the tour. Airport pick up or drop off is not included.
Our local host will meet you in front of the coffee shop "Café Pasaje"
Finish the tour by a very picturesque square, your host can give you recommendations of what to do next or where to enjoy a meal or a drink.
Itinerary
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1
Take a look at one of the first universities in the country, known for being a jail during the colony! Reconstruct our colonial history from the stories of our greatest heroes and heroines.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Witness the corner where Colombia’s biggest murder mystery took place. Listen the story behind it and understand the way it shaped our future and marked the beginning of a new era!
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Walk through the most important commercial street in Bogota since colonial times and be amazed by the crafts and creativity of Colombian street vendors.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Plaza de Bolivar de Bogota
Walk around the most important square not only in Bogota but in Colombia! Known for the Justice Palace Siege that took place in the 90’s.
35 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Take a look at the presidential house of Colombia! Residence and office of every Colombian president since the early 1900s.
Admission ticket free -
5
Go inside this beautiful baroque church, keeper of colonial secrets and hidden gems.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Wondering about Colombian conflict? Let's have an intimate talk about it at this powerful place design by the Colombian artist Doris Salcedo and built by female victims of the Colombian conflict. *Please note that Fragmentos is closed on Tuesdays.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Take a picture at the only Gothic Sanctuary of La Candelaria, house of the beloved Virgen del Carmen.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Plaza Del Chorro Del Quevedo
This hidden square is one of the most vibrant places in the city. Mostly known for its local & social atmosphere and it's awesome graffiti art!
15 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
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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