HISTORICAL TOUR

Discover the fascinating history of the capital Bogotá and relive its independence at some of the city’s must-see sites.

What are the 7 emblematic places in the city that you must visit to learn about Colombia’s major events?

What to do, where to go and what neighborhood to visit in Bogotá, and which places have left their mark on the capital’s history? With Colombia Tour Adventure, our local historian guides will answer all your questions with captivating stories, as you walk in the footsteps of ancient civilizations and immerse yourself in the rich past of a historic capital.

One of the first places to discover Bogotá’s heritage is Candelaria, the city’s historic district, which includes Plaza Bolivar, the political and historic heart of the city, the Gold Museum, the pre-Columbian treasure trove, Chorro de Quevedo, a small square where the metropolis was founded, Casa del Florero, the origins of independence, the Botero Museum, one of Colombia’s most famous artists, La Spetima, Bogotá’s most famous main thoroughfare and a popular tourist destination. In the Candelaria area (the pedestrian zone), you’ll find a multitude of shops, street shows and street vendors of all kinds… The atmosphere is intense, and it’s the meeting place of the Bogotanese. Last but not least, Montserrate Hill, with its 3,152 m high basilica of the same name.

A Dive into Bogotá’s History

Bogotá, Colombia’s dynamic capital, is a city where past and present meet in harmony. Our historical tour offers you a unique opportunity to discover the many facets of its history. From its pre-Columbian origins to its central role in Colombia’s independence, each stage of this historical walk will reveal fascinating stories.

Visit Candelaria: Bogotá’s historical cradle

Start your adventure in the historic district of La Candelaria, a veritable open-air museum. Its cobblestone streets are lined with colorful colonial houses, carved wooden balconies and vibrant murals. Our expert guides will tell you fascinating anecdotes about the historical figures and events that took place here.

Explore the capital’s museums

No historical tour would be complete without a visit to the Museo del Oro, the Gold Museum. Reopened in 2009 with a striking new scenography, this unique museum welcomes 500,000 visitors a year. Admire thousands of gold objects finely worked by pre-Columbian civilizations and discover the importance of this precious metal in their rituals and beliefs, the reason why the Spanish conquistadors wanted to seize Colombian gold, giving birth to the famous myth of “El Dorado” in 1536.

Continue your exploration at the Musée Botero, where art and history meet through the works of world-famous Colombian artist Fernando Botero, who moved to France with his wife Sophia Vari in the 1980s.

Historical monuments and sites

Our heritage tour will also take you through the famous squares and monuments of Bogotá’s history. Plaza Bolívar, the very heart of government power, dominated by the Primada Cathedral, a religious building, the most emblematic in the country, built in 1565 and twice destroyed by earthquakes, next to the Presidential Palace and the National Capitol. Listen to stories about Simon Bolívar, known as El Libertador, the liberator, and his crucial role in the history of South America.

You’ll visit Chorro de Quevedo: the emblematic place where Bogotá was founded in 1538, accessible via Bogotá’s smallest street, Calle del Embudo (funnel street).

La Casa de “La Pola”: the house where Policarpa Salavarrieta was shot (our guides will tell you her heroic story, which changed the history of the country). Originally from Guaduas, she played an essential role in the campaign to liberate Santa Fé de Bogota in the history of Colombia.

If you’re looking for an experience that blends the ancient and the modern, the cultural and the adventurous, this is the itinerary for you! You’ll be amazed and go for a unique historical and cultural experience.

Worth knowing: This journey through history can be part of a tour on request, including the underground cathedral of Zipaquira, the legend of the Guatativa lagoon (El Dorado) and Colombia’s highest waterfall.

Join us for an unforgettable historical adventure

At Colombia Tour Adventure, we believe that every stone, every street and every monument has a story to tell. We are committed to providing you with an immersive and educational experience, enabling you to fully understand and appreciate Bogotá’s rich and complex history. A journey through time awaits you.