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Shared Walking Tour of Bogotá's Historic Center Candelaria

5.0(2)Bogota1 hour
VIATOR5.0(1)TRIPADVISOR5.0(1)

Description

This walk through the center of Bogotá, in the company of our guide who will tell you all our history from our ancestors to today. In addition to this you can enjoy a delicious cup of Colombian coffee, considered the softest in the world and try our diversity of fruits.

Tour Options

Walking Tour through Candelaria

Itinerary

15 min

We start our tour in the emblematic Plaza del Chorro de Quevedo, considered the place where Bogotá was founded. Here you will discover the stories and legends surrounding the birth of the city, in an environment full of urban art, colonial architecture and the bohemian atmosphere that characterizes La Candelaria.

Admission included20 min

La Concordia Market Square – Exotic Flavors of Colombia We will head to the traditional La Concordia Market Square, a space that fuses local cuisine with cultural expressions. Here you will have the opportunity to taste a variety of exotic Colombian fruits while learning about their origin, nutritional value and their importance in the country’s gastronomy.

60 min

Tour of La Candelaria We will continue our walk through the picturesque cobblestone streets of La Candelaria, surrounded by colonial houses with wooden balconies, street art and cafés that keep stories. Each corner reveals aspects of Bogotá’s cultural and literary identity.

Admission included10 min

Park of Journalists We will arrive at the Parque de los Periodistas, a meeting point of critical thinking, surrounded by historic buildings and with a privileged view towards the eastern hills. Here you will learn about the role this place has played in the intellectual and political life of the city.

10 min

Plaza Santander – Culture and Heritage Our next stop will be Plaza Santander, located in front of the Gold Museum and the Bank of the Republic. This space combines history and financial culture, and we will tell you how these institutions have influenced the economic and cultural development of the country.

15 min

Bolivar Square – The Political Heart of Colombia We arrive at the political and symbolic epicenter of Bogotá: the Plaza de Bolívar. Surrounded by the National Capitol, the Palace of Justice, the Primate Cathedral and the Liévano Palace, you will learn how this space has witnessed key moments in the country’s republican and contemporary history.

Admission not included10 min

Columbus Theatre and San Carlos Palace We will continue to the majestic Teatro Colón, an architectural and cultural icon of Colombia, where the Peace Treaty was signed with FARC guerrillas, marking a before and after on the road to national reconciliation. Nearby is the Palacio de San Carlos, the country’s first presidential headquarters, whose stories reveal the evolution of executive power in Colombia.

Admission included25 min

Final stop: Sensory Experience with Colombian Coffee We close our tour with a unique experience: a cup of Colombian coffee prepared by a professional barista. You will know the preparation process, the unique characteristics of Colombian coffee and its importance in the culture and economy of the country.

Highlights

Bilingual guide
Fruit Tasting
Health insurance
Coffee Tasting

What's included

Included
Bilingual guide
Fruit Tasting
Health insurance
Coffee Tasting
Not included
Lunch
Pick up and return to Hotel.
Entrance to the Colon Theater

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(2)

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Oliver_G
March 5, 2026
Knowledgeable guide, took...

Knowledgeable guide, took us on an interesting tour of the candelaria area. Tried new fruits and Colombian coffee. I would recommend it to friends and family.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed discovering La Candelaria, tasting new fruits, and experiencing authentic Colombian coffee with our guide. It means a lot that you would recommend us to your friends and family — we hope to welcome you back to Bogotá again soon! 🇨🇴✨

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