Take a look at one of the first universities in the country, known for being a jail during the colony! Reconstruct our colonial history from the stories of our greatest heroes and heroines.Witness the corner where Colombia’s biggest murder mystery took place. Listen the story behind it and understand the way it shaped our future and marked the beginning of a new era!Walk through the most important commercial street in Bogota since colonial times and be amazed by the crafts and creativity of Colombian street vendors.Walk around the most important square not only in Bogota but in Colombia! Known for the Justice Palace Siege that took place in the 90’s.Take a look at the presidential house of Colombia! Residence and office of every colombian president since the early 1900s.Go inside this beautiful baroque church, keeper of colonial secrets and hidden gems.Wondering about Colombian conflict? Let's have an intimate talk about it at this powerful place design by the Colombian artist Doris Salcedo and built by female victims of the conflict in Colombia.Discover the secrets behind the world of Colombian cacao & coffee! Try different sub-products of both beans, taste different beverages and even learn how to prepare the perfect cup in a barista style!Take a picture at the only Gothic Sanctuary of La Candelaria, house of the beloved Virgen del Carmen.This hidden square is one of the most vibrant places in the city. Mostly known for its local & social atmosphere and it's awesome graffiti art!
Colombia · Walking Tours
Bogota Kickstart Tour: Candelaria + Cacao & Coffee Experience •4h
The journey
- 01 Explore Bogotá’s historic La Candelaria neighborhood on foot
- 02 Hear stories of colonial history, national heroes, and pivotal events
- 03 Visit landmark squares, a baroque church, and the presidential house area
- 04 See colorful streets, local vendors, and vibrant graffiti art
- 05 Discover the story of Colombian conflict at a meaningful memorial site
- 06 Taste a variety of Colombian coffee-based products
- 07 Sample chocolate-based products and traditional cacao drinks
- 08 Learn how to prepare the perfect cup in barista style
Kick off your time in Bogotá with a walk through La Candelaria, the city’s historic heart, where colonial streets, landmark squares, government buildings, street art, and powerful stories come together. Along the way, discover key moments in Colombia’s past as your guide brings the neighborhood to life through local history, culture, and everyday city scenes.
This experience also dives into two of Colombia’s most celebrated flavors: coffee and cacao. Taste a variety of coffee- and chocolate-based products, learn more about their sub-products and preparation, and enjoy a hands-on introduction to the country’s rich beverage and cacao traditions.
Kick off your time in Bogotá with a walk through La Candelaria, the city’s historic heart, where colonial streets, landmark squares, government buildings, street art, and powerful stories come together.
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What's Included
- Zebra Fisgona Tour Guide
- Tour Insurance
- 4 coffee based products
- 4 chocolate based products
What's Not Included
- Additional Purchases
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- STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
- PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
- INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
- PASSPORT REQUIRED
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
- Not recommended for travelers resistant to caffeine
- • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Private car: Our local host will pick you up at your location in a private car and take you back after the tour. Airport pick up and/or drop off is not included.
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Your 4 hours finish where they began, in Bogotá.
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