La Concordia Market

Walk through Bogotá’s electric downtown neighborhood of La Candelaria with a local guide. Have your camera ready for the unique mix of architectural styles and historic sites that make the district a renowned cultural melting pot. Discover how the old mixes with the new and explore the Baroque, Art Deco, and colonial houses of La Candelaria. Walk through historic alleys filled with street art before heading over to the vibrant La Concordia market to mingle with the locals.  Taste refreshing traditional fruits and see the less touristy side of the area. Follow your guide past the Gold Museum and head through to Bolivar Square to learn about Colombia’s complex and resilient history.

Get a picture of Bogota with a 3 days Hop On bus ticket. Discover traditional neighborhoods such as La Candelaria, Centro Internacional and Monserrate, as well as more modern ones, such as Zona G, Zona T y Parque de la 93. Benefit from an included host coordinator to learn more about the places you pass through. With your ticket, hop on and off at any of the 12 stops on the bus route during a period of 3 days. The main stop is in the center of the city, and as the tour progresses, you will see emblematic buildings, historical places, cultural spaces, and the different neighborhoods of Bogotá. The bus will stop at certain stops to connect you with other activities, experiencies (some included), tourist attractions and local shops. You can stay on the bus for the entire tour (recommended) and enjoy the colorful views and informative guides, or use the bus as a great way to get to your next attraction. You're sure to have a fun time and you might learn something amazing about this great city. If you get tired of sightseeing, the open top buses are a good place to rest and still see a large part of the city. Enjoy discounts and exclusive benefits.

Our tour blends history, art, adventure, and the best tips to ensure you enjoy your visit to Bogotá to the fullest with the company of the best local and professional guides! During the tour, we'll explore (among other places 😉) the following sites: Plazoleta de la Concordia: A place that combines art, culture, and tradition. Here, you'll find a farmer's market and craft shops. Callejón del Embudo: A cobblestone street shaped like a funnel, which used to be the edge of the ancient Quebrada de San Bruno. Chorro de Quevedo: The place where Bogotá was founded in 1538 by the Spanish conquistador Gonzalo Jiménez de Quesada. Casa de 'La Pola': The residence of Policarpa Salavarrieta, heroine of the liberation campaign. Palacio San Carlos: The former official residence of the President of Colombia. Iglesia San Ignacio: A Catholic religious temple built in the 17th century. Plaza de Bolívar: The heart of Bogotá, surrounded by iconic buildings such as the Palace of Justice and the National Capitol. Manzana Cultural: A place that houses three of the most important museums, including the Botero Museum. If you're looking for an experience that blends the ancient with the modern, the cultural with the adventurous, this is your trip! Get ready to be amazed and immerse yourself in a unique experience.

In this tour through the center of Bogotá you will get to know this interesting city, its different contrasts and the historical events that have transformed Bogotá into what it is today. At the beginning of the tour you will learn about the legend El dorado, the Spanish colonization and the founding of Bogotá. We will go to Plaza del Rosario where you will learn about the informal emerald market in Colombia. We will walk along Carrera 7ma and you will learn about El Bogotazo, an uprising that wreaked havoc in the city in 1948. Then, you will visit Plaza de Bolívar, which is home to important government buildings. We will walk through the neighborhood of La Candelaria, a colonial neighborhood that houses old architecture, here you will get to know an interesting drink present since pre-Columbian times called Chicha, you will learn about the urban art of Colombia and at the end of the tour we will have a fruit tasting in the market La Concordia.

Meeting Point: Plaza del Chorro de Quevedo We begin our tour at Plaza del Chorro de Quevedo, considered the place where Bogotá was founded. Here you will discover the stories and legends surrounding the birth of the city, surrounded by urban art, colonial architecture and the bohemian atmosphere that characterizes La Candelaria. Stop 1: La Concordia Market Square – Exotic Flavors of Colombia We will head to the traditional La Concordia Market Square, a space that fuses local gastronomy with cultural expressions. Here you will have the opportunity to taste a variety of exotic Colombian fruits, while learning about their origin, nutritional value and the importance of these flavors in the country's gastronomic culture. Stop 2: Tour of La Candelaria We will continue our walk through the picturesque cobblestone streets of La Candelaria, surrounded by colonial houses with wooden balconies, street art and cafes that tell stories. Every corner reveals aspects of Bogotá's cultural and literary identity. Stop 3: Parque de los Periodistas We will arrive at Parque de los Periodistas, a meeting point for critical thinking, surrounded by historic buildings and with a privileged view of the eastern hills. Here you will learn about the role this place has played in the intellectual and political life of the city. Stop 4: Plaza Santander – Culture and Heritage Our next stop will be Plaza Santander, in front of the Gold Museum and the Banco de la República. This space combines history and financial culture, and we will tell you how these institutions have influenced the economic and cultural development of the country. Stop 5: El Bogotazo – History that Marked Colombia We will visit the exact place where an event occurred that changed the course of Colombian history: the assassination of Jorge Eliécer Gaitán. You will learn how this event, known as El Bogotazo, triggered one of the most turbulent times in the modern history of Colombia. Stop 6: Plaza de Bolívar – Colombia’s Political Heart We arrive at the political and symbolic center of Bogotá: Plaza de Bolívar. Surrounded by the National Capitol, the Palace of Justice, the Primada Cathedral and the Liévano Palace, we will explain how this space has witnessed key moments in the republican and contemporary history of the country. Stop 7: Teatro Colón and Palacio de San Carlos We will continue to the Teatro Colón, an architectural and cultural icon where the Peace Treaty was signed with the FARC guerrillas, marking a before and after on the road to national reconciliation. Nearby is the Palacio de San Carlos, the country’s first presidential headquarters, with stories that reveal the development of executive power in Colombia. Final Stop: We close our tour with a unique sensory experience: a cup of Colombian coffee prepared by a professional barista. You will learn about the preparation process, the unique characteristics of Colombian coffee and its importance in the national culture and economy.

Meeting point: At the Hotel or at the Juan Valdez in the Plaza de los periodistas. Walk through La Candelaria along the street of the gratifis, street artists and houses with colonial architecture. Entrance to the Plaza de la Concordia, tasting of exotic fruits. Tour of the most emblematic buildings of the city (Sagrado Corazon de Jesus Cathedral, National Capitol, Congress, Colon Theater, Palacio de Lievano, Banco de la Republica Museums) while enjoying the local culture. Tasting of Buñuelo, specialty coffee or Chicha (native beverage). Monserrate Ticket Admission to the gold museum. Local guide company - bilingual throughout the tour.