Bogotá City Tour with Monserrate, museums, and Gastronomic

4.7 (6 reviews) 5–6 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 5–6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 9 people
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Nómadas Colombia Travel

Ages: Adults (4–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Carbonated beverages: Tea Test (Typical Indian) or Girl
Included: Tour Square Concord With Fruit Test
Included: Candelaria Tour, Historic Center
Included: Expert guide in English or Spanish
Included: Entrance fees: Museum of Botero (Closed Tuesdays)
Included: Entrance fees: Museum of the Emerald
Included: Entrance fees: Monserrate Hill (Entrance Not Included)
Included: Tour Plaza de Bolivar
Included: Snacks: Traditional Snack (fried)

Not included

Not included: Lunch: Additional Payment
Not included: Private transportation
Not included: Breakfast
Not included: Additional Purchases
Not included: Monserrate Hill Entrance

Itinerary

Mount Monserrate

one hour Admission included

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.
Barrio La Candelaria

45 min

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.
Plaza De Mercado La Concordia

30 min

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.
Museos del Banco de la Republica

45 min

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.
Centro Cultural Gabriel Garcia Marquez

Passing 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.
Catedral Primada de Bogota

Passing 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.
CASA DE NARINO

Passing 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.
Plaza Del Chorro Del Quevedo

one hour

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.
Museo Internacional De La Esmeralda

45 min Admission included

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.
Plaza de Bolivar de Bogota

45 min

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.