La Catedral Primada
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La Catedral Primada
La Catedral Primada

La Catedral Primada Tours and Tickets

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With a grand perch by Plaza de Bolívar, Bogotá’s biggest cathedral is a neoclassical landmark with centuries of history. A chapel houses the tomb of Bogotá’s founder, and paintings deck the walls and the dome’s interior. While not as elaborate as some Colombian cathedrals, this historic place remains one of Bogota’s top attractions.

  • Mon-Sat 8:30am-1pm, Sun 8:30am-2pm
  • Carrera 7 No. 11-10, La Candelaria, Bogotá
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Private Tour City Tour Bogotá + Monserrate (+5Hrs)

Private Tour City Tour Bogotá + Monserrate (+5Hrs)

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If you travel to Bogotá, this is the best option to get to know, learn and enjoy its beauty and its history. This tour, accompanied by our expert guides, begins in an emblematic place: Monserrate hill. You will climb to more than 3100 m high and you will see the beautiful Basilica of Monserrate and the best panoramic image of the city. You will then go to the Gold Museum, you will learn about a collection of gold pieces and their history in Colombia and the relationship with the Muisca culture that also give rise to the legend of El Dorado. This trip is made in the Candelaria neighborhood, you will arrive at two unmissable places, the Botero Museum, named in honor of the renowned Colombian painter Fernando Botero; and the Plaza de Bolívar, where the Palace of Justice, the presidential palace, the mayor's office, the Primada Cathedral, and more are located! Finally, you will walk to the area called Chorro de Quevedo to learn about different traditions that mix between the new generations and the past.
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  • 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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$59.97
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Self-Guided Audio Tour - El Dorado Expedition, Part I

Self-Guided Audio Tour - El Dorado Expedition, Part I

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If you thought El Dorado was a fairy tale, you are about to be proven wrong. With the sounds of the jungle, your expedition in search of El Dorado begins in the square of the stream of Quevedo. Your narrator is the founder of the city of Bogota, Gonzalo Jiménez de Quesada. He will take you as never before into the stories behind the founding of the city and its beginnings. The obsession to discover El Dorado will be evident as you walk the streets of El Palomar del Principe and learn the secrets of the native Chibchas and Muiscas who inhabited this city before the colonists arrived. You will admire the church that gives its name to the neighbourhood of La Candelaria and discover the history of the beginnings of the cathedral and the story of Vasquecito, one of the most important painters of his time.
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  • 45 minutes to 1 hour 40 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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$6.99
Private Tour of the Historic Center and Candelaria in Bogotá

Private Tour of the Historic Center and Candelaria in Bogotá

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50 years of war, nostalgia and hope in Colombia, told through the streets of the city in 2 kilometers, with two history lovers (one a communicator and the other a political scientist). Whoever attends will be exposed to a little-spoken reality of national history and each person will participate in analyzing the great events of the national reality in the light of reconciliation. This tour also offers its visitors a route designed for those who want to explore the most curious and picturesque corners of La Candelaria, the historic heart of Bogotá. This route invites you to immerse yourself in the rich history, culture and traditions of the city while discovering fascinating curiosities that may go unnoticed by many. Colombia has a different story to tell and on this tour you can find it!
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  • 1 to 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$50.00
Colonial Bogotá: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of La Candelaria

Colonial Bogotá: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of La Candelaria

This tour goes from the Plaza de Bolívar to the Museo de Oro and passes by some of the most important places in Bogotá. You’ll visit the Palacio de Nariño which is the president’s house and you’ll get to see the first observatory built on the American continent. Wander churches and see their collections of religious art, check out the international art collection at the Museo Botero and see exhibits at the Casa de la Moneda - Bogota’s currency museum. See where the legendary Simón Bolívar escaped death and have a coffee at the Gabriel Garcia Márquez centre. Learn about “El Bogotazo”, a people’s revolt caused by the assassination of Jorge Eliecer Gaitán. Finish at the Gold Museum where you’ll learn about “El Dorado” and see the art of indigenous tribes that lived in Colombia before the Conquistas. The tour is ready whenever you are. It plays audio automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smartphone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline.
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  • 1 hour
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$5.99
The Best of Bogota Walking Tour

The Best of Bogota Walking Tour

With a professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. Bogotá is the capital city of Colombia, one of the busiest cities in the country, and that is loved by adventurous tourists. Who found Bogotá and shaped it into the livable city it is today? You will have a chance to explore the city while hearing fascinating facts and legends. What language did the locals speak before Spanish? What was the original tribe residing on Bogotá’s land before? Is it true that a renowned Modernist was born in Bogotá? You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, and corners of Bogotá. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those visiting the city for the first time and wanting to get the most out of it!
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$284.80
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Q:What are La Catedral Primada hours of operation?
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La Catedral Primada hours of operation: Mon-Sat 8:30am-1pm, Sun 8:30am-2pm. Buy tickets in advance on Viator. If you book with Viator, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund.

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