Bogotá: Museums, Monserrate and Salt Cathedral with Guide

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About this activity

Get ready for an unforgettable day exploring the historical and cultural heart of Colombia in with shared transportation, and different options to choose from when checking availability.

We will guide you on a tour that begins in downtown Bogotá, visiting iconic sites such as Plaza de Bolívar, the Gold Museum, and the Botero Museum, where you will delve into the artistic and cultural soul of the country. Then, we will ascend Monserrate Mountain to amaze you with a panoramic view of the city, a true living map of its evolution.

Finally, we will embark on a journey to the Salt Cathedral, an underground wonder that will take your breath away with its architecture and spiritual significance. This full-day tour includes transportation, an expert guide, entrance fees, and lunch, so you can enjoy all the activities without any worries.

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At a glance

Duration: 10 h 10 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Panamericana Viajes

Ages: Children (0–3 years) · Adults (4–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Typical lunch with a soft drink
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Professional guide
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Transport by private vehicle

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified
Not included: Any thing that doesnt have mencioned here
Not included: Unspecified and / or personal expenses

Itinerary

Plaza de Bolivar de Bogota

15 min

Continue at La Plaza de Bolivar walk along the streets and take a close look of the most important buildings of the city: Palacio Lievano, Catedral Primada, the National Capitol and La Casa de Nariño
Capitolio Nacional

Passing by

Located at the south end of the square is the National Capitol home of the Colombian Congress. The building was built by Thomas Reed between 1848 and 1926. Since 1975 it is considered a National Monument
Catedral Primada de Bogota

Passing by

A Neoclasic building in the east side of the square. Built between 1807 and 1823 the Cathedral is home to the Archbishop
CASA DE NARINO

Passing by

La Casa de Nariño is the official residence of the President of Colombia and is the headquarter of the government of the country
Palacio Lievano

Passing by

With its French renaissance Style the building occupies the western side of the square and is Bogota’s city hall.
Museos del Banco de la Republica

30 min Admission included

After walking a few blocks away from the square you will find the Botero Muesum. The Colombian artist Fernando Botero donated to the city 87 works of art from diverse artist which were part of his private collection plus 123 pieces made by him.
Barrio La Candelaria

Passing by

Bogota’s Historical center is named la Candelaria, we will walk a little longer so you get to admire the colonial architecture of the district and the colorful houses.
Mount Monserrate

one hour Admission included

Before we leave the historical center, we will take a cable car that will take us to Monserrate the highest point of the city and where it is possible to admire a beautiful view
Catedral De Sal

3 hours Admission included

Time to leave the city driving to the north and having a quick stop on the road for lunch before we arrive to the town of Zipaquira, which means 'city of our Father' in the language of the Chibcha. Back in pre-Columbian times, salt around the area was the most important commodity and the ‘salt cakes’ were the only currency for trading. Over time, technology improved and the muiscas began to extract larger amounts of salt. As a result, an underground salt deposit was formed and it is where the Salt Cathedral was built, 180 meters below the surface. Inside, there is a chapel, “capilla de los mineros” built as a tribute to the Virgin “Our Lady of the Rosary of Guasá” (Guasá means 'mine' in Chibcha). The time of the tour includes the transfer from Bogota to Zipaquira and back

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Casa Hotel Marques De La Plata

Meet your guide at the hotel lobby

Using your ticket

Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical condition, participants with back problems and pregnant women.
Comfortable shoes are recommended
Sundays are the most busy days at Monserrate due to the Catholic mass offered on the church, so we recommend you not to visit it on this day
Botero Museum is closed on Tuesdays.
Gold museum and Quinta de Bolivar closed on Mondays, instead we visit Museo de Botero and Museo Casa de la Moneda.
Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required and have an addicional charge

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical condition, participants with back problems and pregnant women.
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Comfortable shoes are recommended
Sundays are the most busy days at Monserrate due to the Catholic mass offered on the church, so we recommend you not to visit it on this day
Botero Museum is closed on Tuesdays.
Gold museum and Quinta de Bolivar closed on Mondays, instead we visit Museo de Botero and Museo Casa de la Moneda.
Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required and have an addicional charge
Not recommended for travelers with movility disabilities
Not recommended for travelers with claustrophobic syndrome

Options

With Spanish guide

Spanish guide

Guía en Español

Pickup included
Guide in English private

Typical lunch: Pre-set typical lunch with one soft drink per person, professional guide in english

Pickup included
Private With Fast Pass

Service with fast pass: Skip the lines to go up Monserrate; you’ll have VIP passes to ride the Funicular or Cable Car, depending on your choice

Pickup included