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Bogotá: Private City Tour of Monserrate, Gold, and Botero

1. Bogotá: Private City Tour of Monserrate, Gold, and Botero

During your trip to Bogotá take a guided walking tour and discover the beauty and history of the city with a private guide. Visit Monserrate and admire the views, pay a visit to the Gold Museum, visit the Plaza de Bolívar, and discover other must-see locations. Begin with pickup from your hotel and head to Monserrate. Ride the cable car to a height of 3100m, see the beautiful Monserrate Monastery, and take in the best panoramic views of the city. Head to the Gold Museum and discover their collection of gold pieces and their relationship with the Muisca culture that gave rise to the legend of El Dorado. Make your way to the Candelaria neighborhood and visit the Botero Museum, named in honor of the renowned Colombian painter Fernando Botero. Then discover the Plaza de Bolívar, where the Palace of Justice, the presidential palace, the mayor's office, and the Primate Cathedral are all located. Finally, walk to the Chorro de Quevedo area and learn about different traditions and the blend of old and new.

Bogotá: Walking Tour in La Candelaria with Refreshments

2. Bogotá: Walking Tour in La Candelaria with Refreshments

Walk through Bogotá’s electric downtown neighborhood of La Candelaria with a local guide. Have your camera ready for the unique mix of architectural styles and historic sites that make the district a renowned cultural melting pot. Savor the local culinary culture with fresh fruit and coffee. Discover how the old mixes with the new and explore the Baroque, Art Deco, and colonial houses of La Candelaria. Walk through historic alleys filled with street art before heading over to the vibrant La Concordia market to mingle with the locals.  Taste refreshing traditional fruits and see the less touristy side of the area. Follow your guide past the Gold Museum and head through to Bolivar Square to learn about Colombia’s complex and resilient history. Finish the tour with some of the best coffee around and learn about how it's produced.

Bogotá: Monserrate, La Candelaria and City Walking Tour

3. Bogotá: Monserrate, La Candelaria and City Walking Tour

In this Bogota tour you will walk its cobblestoned streets, surrounded by colonial architecture. Listen the guide retelling the transition from indigenous to Spanish colonization at the foundational square Chorro de Quevedo and taste chicha (an ancestral corn-based fermented drink). Nearby you will also taste some Colombian flavor through fruits and natural juices. Head to Bolivar Square and learn how politics and conflict relate to each other and its current challenges with a peace agreement already signed. Also, get to see the main buildings around this square: Palace of Justice, the National Capitol and the Town Hall; as well as the Presidential Palace and the Primary Cathedral of the city. After a fulfilling city tour, finish this journey in the best way possible, by tasting a cup of Colombian coffee, at place where local and friendly baristas will teach you the basics about our treasured good. Of course, time for lunch will be given as well as recommendations from the guide. You can’t leave this Bogotá tour without visitin the main hill of the city: Monserrate. You will take the cable car up the mountain to enjoy the most amazing and breathtaking views of this city: the whole length of the valley from the best vantage point. You will also see the Basilica of Monserrate and understand why is so important this place for locals. Besides visiting La Candelaria (and/or Monserrate) in this Bogotá tour, you can jump to Botero Museum to see a high-quality selection of national and international art. Also, learn about our ancestors through their remains of metalwork made before Spaniards arrival in the Gold Museum. Two experiences that will make the walking experience a complete introduction to the city.

Bogotá: City Tour with Monserrate Skip-The-Line Ticket

4. Bogotá: City Tour with Monserrate Skip-The-Line Ticket

Spend a memorable day on a Bogotá private city tour. Visit Monserrate, Gold Museum, Plaza de Bolivar, Botero Museum, and La Candelaria as you learn more about Bogota's past and present. After pickup from your hotel, visit Monserrate which overlooks the entire city. Nestled in the Andean Mountains range, enjoy the beauty of nature, the sprawling city views, and the tranquil atmosphere of the Church. After visiting the hill, walk through the cobbed-stone roads of La Candelaria to uncover the city's colonial heritage and be dazzled by the beauty of Bogota's architecture. While walking around the old town, visit Colombia's finest art collection at the Botero Museum, named after the world-famous Colombian painter Fernando Botero. Next, learn more about Colombia's history with a visit to Bolivar Plaza. Pass by the Presidential Palace, Congress Building, City Mayor Building, and Justice Palace as you learn about Colombia's often turbulent history. Finally, enjoy a guided visit to the Gold Museum, home of the most impressive pre-Colombian goldsmith masterpieces. At the end of the experience, you will be dropped off back at your hotel.

Bogota: Gold Museum and Monserrate Private Half-Day Tour

5. Bogota: Gold Museum and Monserrate Private Half-Day Tour

Your bilingual guide will collect you in a private vehicle at the location you have suggested for pick up, then take you towards downtown Bogota, straight to the Gold Museum. Your entrance is covered so feel free to walk along with your guide as you are given a broad explanation about the origins of such precious metal.  After exploring the Gold Museum you will head to your next destination, Monserrate Peak. Located just a few minutes away you can ascend to the peak and there you can not only enjoy amazing views of the city but you can also take time to pray at the sanctuary. After experiencing Monserrate Peak your private guide will drive you back to your accommodations or your preferred drop-off location. 

Bogota City Tour

6. Bogota City Tour

With a private vehicle, you will be picked up from your hotel or place of accommodation in Bogota at 08:00 or at the hour you indicate. You will then be taken to the historical downtown where you will learn about the recent history and the real political situation of the country and get a first impression of this huge city of color.  Enjoy a walking tour through 'La Candelaria' and visit the Simon Bolivar Square, the Presidential House, the Fernando Botero Museum or the Gold Museum and discover the oldest square in Bogota: El Chorro de Quevedo  Go up 3100 meters and take some stunning panoramic photos of Bogota from the top of Monserrate. You will then visit some craft shops so you can buy some of the best handmade products. And if you like, visit the emerald sale sites that are well-known worldwide.

Bogotá: City Tour with Monserrate Hill

7. Bogotá: City Tour with Monserrate Hill

A staff member from the company will meet you at the hotel to take you on a tour around the historic center of the city. From here your first stop will be to Plaza de Bolivar, where you will walk along the streets and take a close look at the most important buildings of the city. You will explore buildings such as the National Capitol, which is the center of the country's legislative life; Casa de los Comuneros; Casa de Nariño, which is the Presidential house; and the Santa Clara Church Museum. The tour also includes a visit to the Gold Museum, which exhibits about 34,000 pieces of metalwork from various Hispanic cultures. The tour will then continue to the iconic symbol of Bogota, the Monserrate Hill, which rises up to 3,152 meters above sea level. Once having ascended to the top of the hill, you will visit the sanctuary where you will find the statue of the Lord of Miracles. This peak will provide you with the best platform to enjoy the views of Bogota. Important: On Monday Gold Museum is closed. Instead of this museum, visit Botero Museum

Bogotá: 5-Hour City and Monserrate Hill Tour

8. Bogotá: 5-Hour City and Monserrate Hill Tour

Following pickup from your Bogotá accommodation, begin your day discovering just what the biggest city in Colombia has to offer. Stroll around its historical La Candelaria district, visiting the Gold Museum and exploring the area's other prominent landmarks. The city of Bogotá is also famous for being located right next to Monserrate Hill, which offers the most incredible panoramic views of Colombia’s capital. From up there, the bird’s-eye views of Bogotá are simply unbeatable. Important notes: Gold Museum is closed on Mondays. Botero Museum is closed on Tuesdays.

Bogota: All-In-One Private City Tour

9. Bogota: All-In-One Private City Tour

Enjoy an exclusive, 8-hour private tour of Bogota's top highlights with convenient and comfortable transport between stops. Get picked up from your accommodation and head to the top of Montserrate, the hill that dominates the Bogota skyline. Admire the stunning panoramic views of the city from a place considered sacred since pre-Colombian times.  Then head to the famous Gold Museum, home to the world’s largest collection of gold artifacts. Learn about the fascinating history, thought, and culture of the indigenous societies that flourished before the Spanish conquest of the territory that makes up present-day Colombia. After working up an appetite touring through the museum, enjoy an open menu lunch at a restaurant that takes an original approach to traditional Colombian cuisine. From there, continue on to the historic La Candelaria neighborhood and wander through the characteristic cobble-stoned streets, admiring the colorful houses and learning more about Colombia's dynamic history as you go. Finally, visit the museum dedicated to the work of the Colombian sculptor Fernando Botero. Get to know his signature "Boterismo" style comprised of exaggerated shapes and rounded figures. 

Bogotá: Private Candelaria Walking Tour with Gold Museum

10. Bogotá: Private Candelaria Walking Tour with Gold Museum

Explore the lively, history-drenched streets of Bogota in the best way possible — with a private guide. After meeting at the Botero Museum, where you can gaze upon seminal works by modern greats such as Picasso and Monet, you’ll set off into the La Candelaria district to experience the most historic portion of Bogota’s city center. Explore the vibrant La Concordia park, with its technicolor murals and hilly terrain. Marvel at the elegantly striped Santuario Nuestra Señora del Carmen, a church whose unique design complements the colors of the surrounding neighborhood. Learn the history behind stately government buildings, like the Palace of Justice, the Presidential Palace, and the House of the 20th of July. After, visit the Gold Museum, an iconic city symbol that house the largest gold collection in the Americas. During your tour, you’ll stop by some of the best restaurants in the area to grab some authentic Colombian snacks. After your tour, your guide can provide insider recommendations for the rest of your stay in Bogota, starting your travels off on the best foot.

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What people are saying about Gold Museum, Colombia

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4.8 / 5

based on 18 reviews

Very good walking tour with history of Bogota and mix of fruit, coffee tasting. Also experienced Candelaria graffiti and Bolivar Square. Luis was an exceptional tour guide and spoke excellent English. The group was larger than expected.

Naty Ospina was very knowledgeable patience the vest personality for the job that shows her pride in her country and job. Very friendly and English was excellent. Perfect for the hob. Highly recommended.

The tour was very informative. we had the chance to learn hystory about La Candelaria, taste some colombian food and a real Colombian coffee. It was good to have Jose as guide.

The walking tour was great. A nice tour around the area with lots of information.

Great tour, the guide Louis was excellent, lots of interesting bits of info