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Private Bogota Local Experience: Market, Monserrate, Tejo & Cacao

5.0 (14 reviews) 7–8 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Private Bogota Local Experience: Market, Monserrate, Tejo & Cacao

About this activity

Experience Bogota through the places locals truly value. Explore the vibrant Paloquemao Farmers Market, meet the people behind it, enjoy traditional Santafereño hot chocolate, discover Colombia's specialty coffee culture, and play Tejo, the country's national game. Combined with panoramic views from Monserrate and comfortable private transportation, this experience offers a genuine introduction to Bogota beyond the guidebooks.

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At a glance

Duration
7–8 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–10
Guide
English, Spanish
Operated by
Bogota Driver Guide Service

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Bottled water
  • Included: All food tastings included
  • Included: Private door-to-door transportation
  • Included: Private bilingual guide
  • Included: All entry tickets included (optional Fast Pass at Monserrate)

Not included

  • Not included: Dinner
  • Not included: Personal expenses
  • Not included: Gratuities (optional)

Itinerary

  1. Plaza de Mercado Paloquemao

    20 min

    Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Paloquemao, Bogota's most colorful popular market. Taste the diversity of Colombia through a selection of fresh, locally sourced fruits that capture the essence of the country's rich and varied culinary traditions.

  2. Stop 2

    20 min

    Get ready for an avocado adventure! Discover the delicious and creamy taste of different varieties of avocados from Colombia. You'll be surprised at the size and texture of these amazing fruits.

  3. Stop 3

    20 min

    Savor the amazing diversity of Colombia through a selection of fresh and exotic fruits. Indulge in the unique flavors and textures of guanabana, carambolo, and granadilla, and discover the rich and varied culinary traditions of our country.

  4. Stop 4

    one hour Admission included

    Experience the excitement of Tejo, an ancestral and popular sport that's an integral part of Colombia's cultural heritage. Throw a metallic disc at small targets filled with gunpowder and see who can hit the bullseye!

  5. Stop 5

    30 min

    Enjoy authentic Colombian chocolate at Cacaote, a women-led local gem. Try Santa Fe hot chocolate with cheese—a unique Bogota flavor! Or sip organic fruit juice made from local produce. Supporting fair trade and sustainable cocoa farming, Cacaote delivers a truly sweet local experience.

  6. Mount Monserrate

    1 h 30 min Admission included

    Experience breathtaking views of Bogota from the top of Monserrate, a sacred site dating back to the indigenous Muiscas. Today, pilgrims and visitors marvel at the Fallen Lord Church, completed in 1925. Cable car or funicular tickets are included, with a Fast Pass option available.

  7. Stop 7

    one hour

    Optional: Experience the heart of Colombian cuisine at De La Loma Restaurant, winner of the Bogota Ajiaco Contest. Here, you'll savor authentic flavors and recipes passed down through generations.

  8. Stop 8

    20 min

    Visit the bohemian neighborhood of Chapinero Alto. Explore its charming streets and immerse yourself in its artistic and bohemian atmosphere. Join us for a unique experience in one of the city's most vibrant neighborhoods.

  9. Stop 9

    30 min

    Discover the finest coffee and pastries at Amor Perfecto, a charming coffee shop in Chapinero. Treat yourself to a delicious tasting and savor the rich flavors of Colombian coffee and freshly baked goods. Join us for a delightful culinary experience you won't forget!

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

  • Dann Carlton Hotel - BogotAfAE’A†aAfa Aca‚_a„cAfAE’Aca‚_AiAfasA‚Ai
  • Hotel Boutique City Center
  • Casa Dann Carlton Hotel & Spa
  • Hotel Vilar America
  • Cite Hotel
  • Hotel Ejecutivo Embajada
  • Hotel Excelsior Bogota
  • Hotel Porton Bogota
  • Bogota Marriott Hotel
  • Hotel B3 Virrey
  • Embassy Suites by Hilton Bogota Rosales
  • Novotel Bogota Parque 93

and 75 more pickup points

We offer pick-up services from any Hotel or Airbnb accommodation in the greater Bogota area.

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

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Options

  • Monserrate Basic Tickets

    Monserrate Basic Tickets

    Pickup included

  • Monserrate Fast Pass & Lunch

    Monserrate Fast Pass & Lunch

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

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Private Bogota Local Experience: Market, Monserrate, Tejo & Cacao

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