Art Guided tours Deals & Discounts Tours Culture & history Fashion tours Factory & workshop tours Luxury experiences Wheelchair accessible Workshops & classes Hidden gems Private tours Educational activities Museums & exhibitions

Discover the beauty of the emerald in Bogota. Start at the Emerald Museum, explore the best certified jewelry stores and make your emerald ring with a certified guide.

Highlights

• Discover the emerald at the Emerald Museum.
• Learn about emerald quality from experts.
• Find unique jewelry on Jimenez Avenue.
• Take with you an authentic souvenir of Colombia.
• Visit jewelry stores in La Candelaria.

Description

Embark on an exciting journey through the world of emeralds with our tour in Bogota, designed for lovers of jewelry and Colombian culture. This tour will offer you a unique experience that combines education, history and the opportunity to acquire extraordinary pieces. Tour Itinerary 1. EMERALD MUSEUM: The tour begins at the Emerald Museum, an emblematic place that houses an impressive collection of emeralds and other precious minerals. Here, you will discover the history of emeralds in Colombia, from their discovery in ancient indigenous civilizations to their relevance today. Through interactive exhibits, you will learn about the process of mining and cutting these gems, as well as their impact on the country's economy and culture. * This tour comes with a 360° VR video in which you can enter the life of a Colombian emerald miner. 2. LA CANDELARIA AND EMERALD PARK: After immersing yourself in the knowledge of emeralds, we will head to the historic neighborhood of La Candelaria. This charming sector is full of colonial architecture, art and cultural life. Here you will have the opportunity to visit several traditional jewelry shops. With the tour guide of gemology experts, you will learn how to identify the quality of emeralds, their different shades and how their authenticity is evaluated. You will be able to appreciate up close the artisanal work that is done to create unique and personalized pieces. 3. AVENIDA JIMENEZ: Next, we will move to Avenida Jimenez, known for its wide range of jewelry stores and boutiques. This is an ideal place to find jewelry that incorporates emeralds, from rings and necklaces to earrings and bracelets. You will have the opportunity to interact with jewelers and discover current trends in design, as well as the traditional techniques used in the creation of these stunning works of art. 4. CERTIFIED PURCHASE OPPORTUNITY: During the tour, you will have plenty of time to explore and, if you wish, purchase an emerald piece to keep as a souvenir of your visit to Colombia. Whether it is a handcrafted jewel or a more contemporary piece, each option is a representation of the country's rich emerald legacy.

Includes

Private Transportation (To and From Hotel) Light refreshments Museum Entrance Fees Included Tour guide Drink and Snacks (Street Food)

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund