La Candelaria Walking Tour in Bogotá

Sightseeing  :  Colombia  :  Bogota  :  Bogota  :  Walking Tours

This tour is a great introduction to the historical center of Bogotá, with fun-filled and informative walks about history, Colombian society, architecture, places to go, cultural offers and Bogotanians. With this walking tour, experience the city through the eyes of locals. Learn how people live in Bogota, hear about their customs, their architecture, and gastronomy. Discover what Bogotá has to offer and feel the real atmosphere of the best preserved old town in Latin America.This 2.5-hour walking tour will take you to the most important locations in "La Candelaria" by making a loop around the historical center. You will learn about the indigenous pre-Colombians, the founding of the city by the Spanish, the conflicting views about the history of the city, the failure of the social revolution and the modern developments.

Some of the important landmarks you will see in the tour are the Square of Bolivar, Square of Santander, Rosario Square, Chorro de Quevedo, Gabriel García Márquez Cultural Center, and the Church of la Candelaria. among other things.

During the tour you will also make a stop in one of the historical houses where you will taste a traditional alcoholic drink called chicha.

At the end of the tour, you will return to the departure point.