La Candelaria Bogota Tour

A voyage from the colonial period to modernity

Located among the imposing mountains of the Andes, Bogotá, the capital of Colombia, is a cosmopolitan city, full of secrets and stories to be discovered.

You will encounter the fascinating culture of Bogota by taking our tour, where you can explore the neighborhood of La Candelaria built during the colonial period. This historical center is surrounded by the famous mountains of Monserrate and Guadalupe and is distinguished by its unique array of colorful colonial houses and cobble stone streets. La Candelaria is known for housing the most emblematic political, economic, and cultural institutions of the country.

During our La Candelaria tour, you will enjoy a trip through time by taking in a wide array of architectural styles such as the Plaza de Bolívar, the main square of the city, and the primary Cathedral of Colombia. Next, you will discover the pre-Columbian mysteries and legends of Colombia’s indigenous communities exemplified in the exhibitions of the Museum of Gold, ranked as one of the best museums in the world by Tripadvisor.

Afterward, you will visit the Botero Museum of the Central Bank, which houses one of the most important permanent collections of contemporary art in the hemisphere, not to mention the largest collection of a master painter, Fernando Botero.

La Candelaria is magnificent. It is an area full of coffee shops, restaurants, art boutiques, stores, and iconic locales that you can explore safely and comfortably with the expert guidance of our local tour experts.

Bogota and its secrets are waiting for you. La Candelaria tour is a unique experience custom tailored for you.

Duration: 4 to 8 hoursDifficulty: LowSuggested departure time: 8:00 a.m.

Price per person in US dollars for a tour of 2 travelers. Discounts apply for more people.

$69

$99

What restrictions and recommendations are in place to handle Covid 19 in Colombia?

As of September 6 2021 you don't need to have a negative covid test nor be vaccinated to enter the country.
You should wear a facemask in public places and specially inside most museums.
As much as it is possible you should distance yourself at least 2 meters from other people.
All our guides and private transportation have the necessary biosecurity measures.

Available tour durations

4 hours
5 hours: 1 museum
6 hours: 2 museums + lunch
8 hours: 2 museums + Monserrate + lunch

Itinerary and route map of La Candelaria Bogota tour

The following are our suggested sights. You can tailor make your tour according to your interests and time availability, or let us suggest our top picks for your experience:

Pick at your hotel or address
La Concordia square (Cl. 12c #1-40)
La Concordia park (Cl. 12c #1-40)
Callejon del Embudo (Cra 2)
Chorro de Quevedo (Cl. 12b #22)
Nuestra Señora del Carmen church (Cra. 5 #8-36)
San Agustin church
Claustro de San Agustin
Palacio Presidencial (Cra 7)
Observatorio Astronomico
Claustro de Santa Clara
Palacio De Lievano (Cra. 8 #10-65)
Capitolio Nacional (Calle 10)
Palacio De Justicia
Catedral Primada
Casa del 20 De Julio
Plaza De Bolivar (Cl. 11 #4-41)
Centro Cultural Gabriel Garcia Marquez ( Cl. 11 #5-60)
Museum of Fernando Botero
Casa De La Moneda
Luis Angel Arango library
Carrera 7a: Via Peatonal
Plazoleta del Rosario
Santander square
Museum of gold
Return to your hotel or address

Dates and times

La Candelaria Bogota tour available every day
Suggested departure time: From 8:00 a.m.
All museums are closed on Mondays except for the Botero museum.
The entrance to the museums is subject to availability by capacity.

La Candelaria Bogota tour includes

Private bilingual guide
Museums and sights entrance tickets
Private transportation
Water bottles
Snack
The 6-hour tour additionally includes lunch with a non alcoholic drink.
Does not include tips.

Important information

Travel light and use a small backpack.
Available for people with disabilities.
Level of physical requirement - Rating from 1 to 5 (1 super easy - 5 very demanding): 1
Available tour guide languages:
- Spanish
- English
- French
- Mandarin
- Italian
- Japanese
- German
- Russian, japanese, chinese and korean available for additional cost.
Recommended for children over 2 years.

Frequently asked questions

Is the La Candelaria tour private or shared?
Private.

Can you modify the tour itinerary and the duration time at each stop?
The tour can be totally modified according to the client preference.

How long in advance can a tour be booked?
Minimum three hours in advance.

How to book La Candelaria Bogota tour?

You can book this experience, using our secure booking engine.

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La Candelaria tour price list

Tour prices per person in US dollars.

Pax.	4 hrs	5 hrs	6 hrs	8 hrs
1	$109	$129	$179	$249
2	$69	$79	$109	$179
3	$59	$69	$99	$149
4	$49	$59	$89	$139
5	$39	$49	$79	$119
6 or more	$39	$39	$69	$119

Payment method and cancellation policy

Payment method: You can pay the La Candelaria Bogota tour in cash (COP or USD) or by credit card.
All foreign customers must show a copy of their passport to be exempted from the VAT tax.
The service must be canceled at least 48 hours before the client's pick-up time. If you do not notify in advance, 30% of the total value of the service is charged.