Bogotá: Private City Tour, Monserrate, Gold and Botero
La Candelaria, Colombia
Explore the city of Bogotá on a guided walking tour. Make your way to some of the city's most iconic sights, ride the cable car up to Monserrate, visit the Gold Museum, the Botero Museum, and more.
Private Walking Tour of Bogotá with Monserrate and Museums
This guided walking tour in Bogotá suits visitors interested in history, culture, and panoramic city views.
Description
Start with hotel pickup and a cable car ride to Monserrate at 3100 meters, where you will see the Monserrate Monastery and panoramic views of Bogotá.
Next, visit the International Gold Museum to explore the world of gold and precious stones, then continue to the historic Candelaria neighborhood.
Explore the Botero Museum, dedicated to Colombian artist Fernando Botero, and walk through Plaza de Bolívar, home to the Palace of Justice, presidential palace, mayor's office, and Primate Cathedral.
End the tour at Chorro de Quevedo, learning about local traditions and the cultural blend of old and new Bogotá.
Highlights
- Private walking tour revealing Bogotá's history
- Visit the Gold Museum to learn about El Dorado
- See key sites including the Primate Cathedral and Chorro de Quevedo
- Discover facts behind the legend of El Dorado
- Ride the Monserrate cable car for city views
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private guide
- Visit to Chorro de Quevedo
- Visit to Plaza de Bolívar
- Visit to the historic La Candelaria district
- Entry to the Botero Museum (closed Tuesdays)
- Typical snack
- Monserrate cable car or funicular ticket (if option selected) - not included by default
- Gold Museum entry (closed Sundays and holidays) - not included by default
Excludes
- Lunch
- Official Monserrate ticket
- Gold Museum ticket
Important Information
- The tour operates in rain
- Botero Museum is closed on Tuesdays
- Gold Museum is closed on Mondays; admission is free on Sundays
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book early to secure your preferred date and bring comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing for Monserrate.