Bogota tours, things to do and tickets

A four-hour exploration by bike of central Bogotá, during which we'll visit the historical center, La Candelaria, a traditional fruit market, a coffee factory, street art, and hopefully a game of tejo, Colombia's national sport. We'll also pass by landmarks such as city parks, the Plaza de Toros, Museo Nacional, and experience the economic and arquitectural diversity of different neighborhoods. Part-way through the tour, we'll stop in the Parque Nacional to sample fruit salads, juices, barbacued meats, corn-on-the-cob and other traditional Colombian street foods. The route, of about 12 kilometers, is mostly flat, and the tour is casual, with frequent stops.

This is the best way to get to know the historic center of Bogotá, we will travel in time from the beginnings of our indigenous ancestors through the colonization period to the present. This is a shared tour, it is a fun and informative tour full of fun facts about history, culture, gastronomy, architecture, places to visit, art and cultural offer. This Tour is part of a shared experience called "Free Walking Tour" and the value you just paid through Viator is the same suggested tip per person for the guide's work. This amount that you already paid in advance will go directly to your guide (minus the commission). In this way, at the end of the Tour, the guide will not ask you for any extra contribution. We hope you have fun and learn with us!

Spend a whole day seeing it all: Colonial houses, fruits, coffee, drug trade and peace process, museums, the whole nine yards! With our private city tour you will have the most complete experiences one could have in Bogotá. Get personalized insights from our expert guide and explore top landmarks of your choice. You’ll be able to choose whether you want it to last 5 or 7 hours with Monserrate, Gold Museum and Botero Museum, or 5 hours with either Monserrate or museums. Join us! • Historical landmarks in downtown Bogota • Tick off top attractions including Botero Museum, Gold Museum and Monserrate hill (chosen according to length options) • A thorough lesson on Colombian recent history: armed conflict, state and peace process • Local experiences of traditional food tasting: chicha, fruits, sweets and coffee • A day full of contrasts, experiences and memories of Bogotá

Encounter the magnificent Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral on this day trip. Learn all about this Colombian wonder with an audio guide, enjoy pickup and drop-off, and tour the city with your driver-guide.

Explore the city of Bogotá on a guided walking tour. Make your way to some of the city's most iconic sights, ride the cable car up to Monserrate, visit the Gold Museum, the Botero Museum, and more.

Bogotá's world-class street art and powerful political graffiti are ready for you to discover. Uncover the stories behind the art, the city's complex past, its present peace process, and its aspirations for a better future. Our tours are not just about sightseeing; they are pedagogical and cultural experiences that aim to educate and inspire. We collaborate closely with local artists and community leaders, reinvesting in the financing and management of new murals that continue to transform the urban landscape. Being artists themselves, our knowledgeable guides will introduce you to a diverse range of artists and their techniques, sharing their sources of inspiration and providing the political, cultural, historical, and geographical context necessary to truly understand and appreciate their work. *If you choose the Shared option: you will share this tour with other travelers. What you pay per person is equal to the amount we suggest to tip the guides and cover their work (minus the commission). At the end of the tour, you don't have to pay anything extra (even if other travelers do)*

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.

Join us in this amazing free walking tour through Bogotá's downtown district and learn all about the city's history and culture, making friends along the way. La Candelaria is a creative hot-spot of Bogotá. There’s nothing like it anywhere else in this sprawling city. Art-deco and colonial houses, with baroque churches behind them; the old and the new intermingled in this walking tour Bogotá. Join one of our guides in the heart of Bogotá and discover what this neighborhood has hidden away. Inscribed in graffiti and mixed in the drinks, you’ll discover Bogotá’s colonial and indigenous past, the roots of Colombian history. A confluence of culture and conflict can be felt all around, as you follow a trail of graffiti through old city streets. Learn about the impact of Colombian drug trafficking, emerald mafia, and how all lines up with its +50 year old armed conflict. State, drugs, war, guerrillas, trade: a volatile mixture that has often blinded us to the better side of Colombia.

Discover the rich diversity of Colombian cuisine in Bogotá’s historic La Candelaria. On this walking tour, you’ll visit 7 carefully selected spots, each offering a unique dish from a different region of the country. From family-owned eateries to vibrant market stalls, you’ll taste authentic flavors like ajiaco, aborrajado, carimañolas, and more. Along the way, connect with locals, learn about Colombia’s cultural heritage, and enjoy storytelling that brings each dish to life. The tour is flexible; venues may change depending on weather, availability, or city events, ensuring a fresh and personalized experience every time. We accommodate vegetarian and vegan preferences; just let your guide know. Please wear comfortable walking shoes, bring water, and allow extra time for traffic to reach the meeting point. Come hungry; this tour feels like lunch and dinner in one!

Calling all foodies. Come and join our small-group Bogota food tour and get to grips with the capital's cuisine. While on the surface Colombian cuisine seems like a mystery, those whose delve deep into its underbelly will find some of the most complex and nuanced fare in South America. Join our food-obsessed (and fully licensed) local guide on a feasting extravaganza through the streets of downtown. Stop en-route to sample around 13+ different tastings including exotic fruits, lechona (roasted suckling pig), ajiaco soup, tamale at an historic bakery, Colombian sweet desserts and much, much more. Visit a truly local chicheria. Later play a round of explosive tejo, Colombian's national pastime - all washed down with a local beverage. Sign off the tour with an immersive coffee workshop to get to grips with why Colombia roasts some of the finest beans in the world.

See why Colombian coffee is lauded for its quality and flavor on a tour from Bogotá to a traditional farm. Take a journey through bean cultivation before enjoying a delicious coffee tasting.

On our Tour you will be able to see directly the only underground cathedral in the world located in Colombia, built 180m underground, it is a mega structure that deserves to be among the most impressive in our country and on the planet. The entire structure of this cathedral is carved from salt from the largest salt rock deposit in the world. During the tour there are several stations where you will see the interpretation of the Christian way of the cross, in addition to the central dome where Eucharists are held, intervened by an amazing artistic work of sculpture and lighting, and also natural structures typical of salt deposits, a set of elements that will leave you breathless. Once you finish the tour of the salt mine, the town of Zipaquirá awaits us to visit its central square, some of its beautiful colonial-looking streets where we will find the ideal place to enjoy a typical lunch.

This is undoubtedly one of the best combinations of tourist attractions near Bogotá; The day begins with a visit to the Guatavita Lagoon, famous for being the place where the Muiscas performed the ritual that gave rise to the legend of El Dorado; This place has an overwhelming beauty that can only be understood by visiting it. Then, we cross the savannah to reach the municipality of Zipaquirá; You will know the First Wonder of Colombia, the Salt Cathedral, one of those places that you do not want to miss when you come to Colombia. We recommend that you wear comfortable clothing for the hike up to the Guatavita lagoon, which includes 152 steps. Important information: *Verify what option is selected by you. (one is not included the ticket for Zipa) *This tour begins and ends in Parque de la 93. *The arrival times of this tour depend on the traffic. *Seats are assigned in order of arrival *At the moment (2021+) Guatavita does not have guides in English, you can take the tour in Spanish.

we created an unique experience about the art of jewelry! By creating the ring, you will learn how emeralds become the most important and precious stone for Colombians, and its influence in the colombian society and economy. We will work in the middle of the emerald and jewelry cluster of Bogota, one of the leader cities of this kind of industry in south america!

We will explore walking by the historical center of Bogota and discuss its social and political history as a capital city. We will learn about Bogotazo and the pre-Colombian ancient cultures, as well as gastronomy and nature unique to Colombia. We will try dishes from many regions of the country. This tour gives you an opportunity to interact with locals and culture through food, history and museums, as well as support local and family-owned businesses. Guests will have the choice between visiting the Gold Museum or the Botero Museum. Welcome and enjoy.

You won’t have to worry about anything! We have a team of friendly, knowledgeable, and professional drivers. They will make sure your trip from or to the airport is completely safe and comfortable, so you can relax a bit and enjoy it! We will welcome you to our city from the very beginning and, if you are leaving, we will assure you leave it having enjoyed it from start to finish. • Not having to think about waiting in a line for taxis or other cars • Comfortable and safe service • Guarantee of high-quality transport experience • Professional and experienced driver • A person in charge of your arrival or departure, waiting for you at the airport or hotel.

Bogotá has become a world reference in graffiti. It boasts impressive murals and street art that place it above cities like Miami, Amsterdam, Río, and México City. Its rise as one of the key city-canvases in Latin America has made it an attractive destination for the curious tourist and the bold artist. Would you have guessed? As with graffiti everywhere else, Bogotá’s history with the art has often been tense. But great art can overcome negative labels. Right now, no one would call it vandalism. It has struggled but has earned its place and the city is better for it. The mixture of social and political commentary with a twist of local and foreign styles make Bogotá’s graffiti truly a sight to behold. Join us in this tour not only of Colombia’s history as told by art but a tour of Bogotá as a curated museum of amazing artists!

Step into the heart of Bogotá with the True Colombian Walking Tour—a rich cultural experience that goes far beyond sightseeing. Led by a bilingual guide, this immersive journey through La Candelaria reveals the city’s vibrant history, flavors, and legends. Explore La Concordia Market and taste exotic fruits and traditional chicha. Visit Chorro de Quevedo, stroll past colonial architecture, and enjoy Colombian coffee and coca tea. Admire Nuestra Señora del Carmen, Plaza de Bolívar, La Séptima, and the Eje Ambiental. End with a bang at a Tejo hall, playing Colombia’s explosive national game while savoring hot chocolate with cheese. This 3–4 hour tour adapts to weather and group size. Groups are ideally under 15, but our expert guides can manage up to 30 while keeping the experience personal. Join Bogotá’s oldest and most authentic walking tour—designed to deliver depth, flavor, and unforgettable memories that free tours simply can’t match.

Begin your day with a full-day adventure to La Chorrera & El Chiflón, Colombia’s tallest waterfalls. Meet your bilingual guide at The Cranky Croc Hostel and enjoy a traditional breakfast nearby in Bogotá before heading into the lush Andean highlands. Hike through a vibrant forest at 2,600 meters, learning about native plants, wildlife, and Muisca heritage. Depending on trail conditions, visit El Chiflón first or head directly to La Chorrera, plunging 590 meters down a towering cliff. Enjoy free time to relax, take photos, and connect with nature. After soaking in the scenery, share a countryside lunch with your group before returning to Bogotá—refreshed, inspired, and deeply connected to Colombia’s natural beauty. This experience blends adventure, culture, and sustainability, offering a meaningful escape into the heart of the Andes. Even in dry seasons, the forest’s serenity and majestic views make the journey unforgettable.

Colombia, one of the happiest countries in the world, has been affected by its bad reputation due to various negative situations such as being a drug producer, and violent conflicts between different armed groups. Today, this has changed a lot, and during this Tour, you will understand the causes, the development and the Colombian conflicts that have shaped our history until today. At the end of this experience, you will have a more complete understanding of our political history, the war, the fight against national and international drug trafficking, among others. This Tour is part of a shared experience called "Free Walking Tour" and the value you just paid through Viator is the same suggested tip per person for the guide's work. This amount that you already paid in advance will go directly to your guide (minus the commission). In this way, at the end of the Tour, the guide will not ask you for any extra contribution. We hope you have fun and learn with us!