Bogota Historical Center Walking Tour: Explore Must-See Places in La Candelaria
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Discover the must-see places in Bogota's historic center on a 3-hour walking tour. Explore La Candelaria, visit flagship museums, and learn about the rich history and cultural significance of the area.
Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Parche Cachaco Tours - The tour starts at your preferred time, at our agency Parche Cachaco Tours. You’ll be handed a bag with bottled water, snacks, a souvenir and a hooded raincoat (depending on the weather).
  • Museo Botero del Banco de la Republica - Browse through the 208 artworks in the Botero Museum Gallery, whose worth estimated at 200 million USD. Of course, its cultural value is priceless.

Stroll through the corridors of this charming colonial house and find out why the Botero museum is one of the five most prestigious public international art collections in Latin America. By the way, the museum safeguards one of the most valuable religious treasures in the continent—The Lettuce. That’s something you don’t want to miss out!

The Gallery brings together such renowned artists as Picasso, Leger, Renoir, Monet, Dali, Giacometti, Beckmann, Freud, Calder, and Bacon. (Closed on Tuesdays)

  • Barrio La Candelaria - Stroll through the old streets in the Historical Center, whose colonial architecture holds an unparalleled charm for history and culture lovers. Take in the magnificent traditional houses that are still standing from the Spaniard colony. Listen to in-depth commentary from your savvy guide.

Gaze at the incredible graffiti that in their way brighten with life and color the walls around the area and highlight the biodiversity and cultural wealth through numerous techniques and styles.

  • Gold Museum (Museo del Oro) - Look in on the most extensive pre-Hispanic goldsmith collection worldwide—located just at the heart of Bogota—and hear in-depth commentary on its history and cultural value.

The museum gathers about 34,000 pieces of goldsmith’s work and 20,000 lithic objects, ceramics, textiles and precious stones belonging to several indigenous communities from all over the country. (Closed on Mondays)

What's Included
  • Entrance ticket to Gold Museum
  • Medical insurance
  • Bilingual tour guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Embark on a 3-Hour historical exploration of Bogota’s Historic Center with a walking tour that offers rich insights into an assortment of must-visit spots in La Candelaria, accompanied by comprehensive commentary on their history and cultural significance. Experience landmark museums such as the Gold Museum, Botero Museum, or the Archaeological Museum.

✓ Ideal for those with a few hours to spare in the city or those with prolonged flight connections.

  • No age restriction
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Location
Cra. 11 #5-61
Carrera 11
Gabriel Garcia Marquez Cultural Center, one minute from the Bolivar square.
Cancellation Policy

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

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