Colombia · City Tours

5-Hour Gold Museum and La Candelaria Tour in Bogotá

5 Hours Round trip from Cra. 6 #15-88 Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Discover the rich history of the Muisca Indians and the Legend of El Dorado
02 Explore the Gold Museum, the largest of its kind, and uncover the art and traditions of the Muisca culture
03 Stroll through La Candelaria, the historic heart of Bogotá, and admire its colonial architecture
04 Visit important landmarks such as Simon Bolivar Square, the Viceroy Houses, and the Botero Museum

On this tour, tourists will learn about the Muisca Indians and their influence on the conquest of America through the Legend of El Dorado. Visit the historic Santa Fe de Bogotá and explore key sites tied to the history of the New Kingdom of Granada. The Gold Museum reveals the art and culture of the Muisca, while a stroll through La Candelaria, the former capital of the Viceroyalty of New Granada, offers a closer look at its colonial architecture and historic significance.

This museum, the largest in the world of its kind, is one of the most important legacies of the Muisca culture.

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What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Gold Museum and La Candelaria in Bogotá

9:00-11:00: Gold Museum Tour
- This museum, the largest in the world of its kind, is one of the most important legacies of the Muisca culture. Through the writings of the time, we know their stories, legends, and traditions.
- The Legend of El Dorado gave rise to the creation of the Viceroyalty of the New Kingdom of Granada.
- Discover the incredible art left behind by these indigenous people, including the Muisca Raft of the Legend of El Dorado, while exploring the different exhibition rooms of this wonderful collection.
11:00-11:15: Walk to Simon Bolivar Square
11:15-11:35: Tour Simon Bolivar Square and surroundings
11:40-12:00: La Candelaria (Old Santa Fe de Bogotá)
- La Candelaria was the old capital of the Viceroyalty of New Granada. Walk through its streets to discover its colonial architecture and history.
12:10: Viceroy Houses
12:25-12:35: Custody Museum
12:40-12:55: Money House Museum
1:00-1:30: Botero Museum
1:35-1:45: Walk to Chorro de Quevedo, Bogotá's foundation site
1:45: Tour ends