Top Bogotá Historical Tours

Explore central Bogotá on this half-day sightseeing bike tour. Visit the city’s historical center, known as La Candelaria, plus a traditional fruit market and coffee factory. Along the way, pass by landmarks such as the Plaza de Toros and the Museo Nacional and see street art murals. Plus, stop in the Parque Nacional to sample traditional Colombian street foods.

Get an in-depth insight in Bogotá's oldest and most eclectic district on this guided tour of La Candelaria. Your guide points out some of the most interesting street art as you walk to a chicha bar to learn about the local alcoholic beverage, then you head to a local market to taste of some of the nation’s unique fruits. Also visit cafés for insight into Colombian coffee and to the Plaza del Rosario and Plaza Simón Bolivar.

Combine a trip out to Guatavita Lake with a visit to the Zipaquira Salt Cathedral with this full-day tour from Bogota. Round-trip transportation and admission to both attractions is included, and you'll have a little time left over to visit the town of Zipaquira before making your way back to Bogota.

Get a thorough overview of Bogota's vibrant history, culture, and cuisine on a small-group walking tour. You'll visit the iconic Monserrate for panoramic views of the city, stroll through the streets of La Candelaria, and discover Colombia's rich cultural heritage at the Museo Oro or Botero. Along the way, indulge in traditional local dishes and learn about the city's exciting history from your local guide.

Discover the best of Bogotá’s tourist attractions, covering its most famous neighborhoods, museums and sights on this 5-hour tour. Explore the cobblestoned streets of the La Candelaria neighborhood, see the city’s historic district and La Catedral Primera (Prime Cathedra), view gold artifacts at the famed Museo de Oro and take a cable car to the famous Mount Monserrate. Your trip also includes a guide, hotel pickup and drop-off as well as entrance fees.

Step inside one of Colombia’s most unique architectural works on this full-day tour to Zipaquirá from Bogota. Venture underground to discover the vast salt mines of Zipaquirá, learn about the city’s long salt mining history and see how the salt is collected. Finally, admire the grand Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá, a church entirely made out of salt. Enjoy a personalized experience with a maximum of 10 travelers.

Vibrant and exciting, Bogota's street art scene can't be missed. This street art tour makes sure you don't overlook a thing as your guide takes you to some of the city's essential murals in the La Candelaria urban art district. Learn about the history of Bogota and get a local perspective on its culture as you go.

Capture the Latino spirit of Bogotá’s nightlife on an evening pub crawl of the Colombian capital. With a guide, visit Bogotá’s best pubs and enjoy a refreshing pint of beer in each one. Chat with locals, get local insight from your guide, and soak up the lively ambience of the bars before heading to a popular nightclub to dance the night away. Upgrade your tour to include convenient pickup and drop-off at your Bogotá hotel.

Barrio La Candelaria In this experience you will discover the unique flavors of the different Colombian regions. We will go to 7 places in total within the La Candelaria neighborhood and sample a variety of traditional foods. We will visit multiple family-owned businesses to try authentic dishes and interact with locals. In a single afternoon, you will be able to learn more about the Colombian culture through its food and history. This tour is accomodating for both vegetarian and vegan preferences , please just let your guide know. We will eat plenty of samples over the course of the tour so please make sure you come hungry! **We are constantly changing the venues we visit to accomodate whatever is going on in the city, so the photos and attractions listed may not be the same as the day you do the tour.** **Please make sure you bring good walking shoes, an umbrella, and water. Make sure you give yourself enough time with the traffic to arrive at the starting point.**

Make the most of your Bogotá layover on this sightseeing tour of the city, modified to fit your flight schedule and accompanied by private guide. Have a chance to experience some of the Colombian capital’s top sights, including the historic La Candelaria neighborhood, the Botero Museum, Monserrate Sanctuary, a Colombian shopping mall or lunch at an authentic local restaurant. You choose the places to visit based on your interests and connecting flight times. Your tour also includes round-trip transportation to and from the airport, plus all entrance fees.

Without private transportation, it’s all too easy to miss some of Bogotá’s most compelling attractions. This private tour makes it easy to visit the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira and the well-regarded restaurant Andrés Carne de Res on the outskirts of Bogotá. Relax and enjoy stories about Bogotá’s history and culture as your private guide navigates city traffic on the way out of the city.

Immerse yourself in Colombia’s world-famous coffee industry during this private tour of Hacienda Coloma. Discover every stage of the coffee-making process, from growing to harvesting to roasting and brewing, finishing with a freshly-brewed taste of the hacienda’s own beans. A Colombian lunch, plus a stop at the nursery gardens of San Miguel are also included.

Travel between Bogota’s El Dorado Airport and your hotel in comfort and style, without having to line up for taxis, with this private transfer service. Your driver will be waiting for you at the airport after your flight, ready to take you to your final destination in a private vehicle just for your party.

Get fast-tracked entry to the Zipaquira Salt Cathedral and have time left over for a bit of sightseeing in the town of Zipaquira with this small-group tour from Bogota. You'll have plenty of time to explore the celebrated cathedral, with time left over to grab lunch or do some sightseeing in Zipaquira before returning to Bogota.

When traveling to or from Bogota, hitching a ride to the airport or your hotel can be costly and you could end up waiting on your ride. Prebook this El Dorado International Airport 1-Way Private Transfer and avoid the hassle of shared transfer services or ride shares. You’ll ride in a private vehicle where you’ll be able to relax. Plus, you can choose to book from the airport to your hotel or visa versa.

Get a thorough overview of Bogota's most famous attraction on a group walking tour of Monserrate. The efficient excursion begins with a scenic cable car ride to the top of the mountain. There, you'll enjoy exceptional city views, gain insights into local life, and learn about Catholicism's significance in Colombia. The cultural adventure also includes a visit to the Shrine of the Fallen Lord of Monserrate.

Venture away from the bustling city of Bogotá and spend a day immersed in nature on this challenging full-day waterfall hike. Join a small group and head towards the jungle, stopping along the way to take in the unique Andean ecosystem. Upon reaching the park, begin the breathtaking ascent to Colombia's highest waterfall, La Chorrera. Sit down for a delicious lunch, accompanied by panoramic views, before heading back to Bogotá.

Live the magic of the First Wonder of Colombia! Let us accompany you on this fantastic private tour with one of our driver-guides, who will make your trip an unforgettable experience. The Cathedral is an enclosure built inside the mines, completely carved out of salt, discover the imposing architecture of this great cultural and religious heritage, in this tour you will learn about history, customs, folklore and the typical food of our region, you will know the Historic center of Zipaquirá and you will be able to admire its colonial architecture, places like the Plaza de los Comuneros, Plaza de la Independencia, the school where our Nobel Prize for Literature (Gabriel Gracia Márquez) studied, the train station, time for lunch (optional) and return to Bogota. In this experience we will also take a tour of the town and you will taste a delicious coffee accompanied by almojábana, empanada, among other surprises that we have for you. We are waiting for you!

Explore La Chorrera Natural Park on this guided hiking trip from Bogotá. Located in the forest of the Andes mountains, the park features waterfalls and lush landscapes. Visit Guadalupe Hill and enjoy an amazing view of Bogotá. The hike is suited for hikers with some experience and includes steep, slippery, and rocky slopes. You’ll also be able to choose an option which includes lunch during the tour.

Explore Bogota by bike on this comprehensive tour. Start in the heart of downtown and visit the Bolivar and Santader Plazas to learn about Colombian history. Bike down Seventh Avenue and head to Independence Park and National Park to get a sense of contemporary culture in Bogota. Continue on Parkway Street, an important artistic area, before returning to Chorro de Quevedo.

Discover the wonderful world of coffee and learn how the elixir is made during this coffee farm experience near Bogota. Join a small group and set out for the town of Choachi, just outside of Bogota, where the farm is located. Learn about the daily life of a coffee farmer as well as the coffee manufacturing process.

Get a comprehensive tour of Bogota combined with personalized attention on this full-day excursion. With all transportation as well as pickup and drop-off included, you can simply enjoy the experience along the way. Your guide will develop an itinerary according to your interests and teach you about local culture and history.

Explore the historic La Candelaria neighborhood of Bogotá and learn all about Colombia on this shared walking tour. Follow your licensed tour guide as they lead you through this part of the city known for its many museums, past landmarks including the Jorge Eliecer Gaitan Monument and the Colón Theater. Familiarize yourself with the city on this tour so you can quickly find your way back to the museums that most interest you.