
Walking Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá
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Traveler rating
4.8/5
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Is Walking Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá worth booking?
Walking Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá is a 3-hour experience in Bogotá, Colombia, from $16 per person. It scores 89 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 895 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 89 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (895)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $16 per person
Join us in this amazing free walking tour through Bogotá's downtown district and learn all about the city's history and culture, making friends along the way. La Candelaria is a creative hot-spot of Bogotá. There’s noth
What you get
- Gastronomic experience
- All-risk insurance
- Tours Guide
About this experience
Join us in this amazing free walking tour through Bogotá's downtown district and learn all about the city's history and culture, making friends along the way. La Candelaria is a creative hot-spot of Bogotá. There’s nothing like it anywhere else in this sprawling city. Art-deco and colonial houses, with baroque churches behind them; the old and the new intermingled in this walking tour Bogotá. Join one of our guides in the heart of Bogotá and discover what this neighborhood has hidden away. Inscribed in graffiti and mixed in the drinks, you’ll discover Bogotá’s colonial and indigenous past, the roots of Colombian history. A confluence of culture and conflict can be felt all around, as you follow a trail of graffiti through old city streets. Learn about the impact of Colombian drug trafficking, emerald mafia, and how all lines up with its +50 year old armed conflict. State, drugs, war, guerrillas, trade: a volatile mixture that has often blinded us to the better side of Colombia.
What's included
Included
- Gastronomic experience
- All-risk insurance
- Tours Guide
Not included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Extra purchases
What you'll see and do
Plaza Del Chorro Del Quevedo
Meet new people and our guide at Chorro De Quevedo Square and let him show you what La Candelaria has hidden away.
10 minutes here
Barrio La Candelaria
Dive into Bogota’s heart through the old streets of La Candelaria and make friends along the way.
120 minutes here
Plazoleta del Rosario
A walk along important spots of the city such as the emblematic Plazoleta del Rosario
10 minutes here
Plaza de Bolivar de Bogota
Learn there about the complex but quite interesting history of how state, guerrillas, and even drug trafficking lines up with the armed conflict.
15 minutes here
Teatro Colon Bogota
A walk along important spots of the city such as the emblematic Teatro Colon
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Museos del Banco de la Republica
A walk along important spots of the city such as the emblematic Botero Museum
Pass by without stopping
Museo del Oro
A walk along important spots of the city such as the emblematic Gold Museum
Pass by without stopping
Plaza de Santander
A walk along important spots of the city such as the emblematic Plaza de Santander
10 minutes here
Museo Internacional De La Esmeralda
A walk along important spots of the city such as the emblematic Emerald Museum
Pass by without stopping
Casa de Moneda - Coleccion Numismatica del Banco de la Republica
A walk along important spots of the city such as the emblematic Casa de la Moneda
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Bogotá
Find us next to the fountain at Chorro de Quevedo Square. Just look for the yellow umbrella!
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Find us next to the fountain at Chorro de Quevedo Square. Just look for the yellow umbrella!
Options you can book
Walking and Biking Tour
Shared Tours: This option includes, in addition to the walking tour, a biking tour to see that Bogotá is more than just La Candelaria.
Walking Tour
Shared Tour: Gran Colombia Tours guide, gastronomic experiences & all-risk insurance.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Gran Colombia Tours
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, we will provide an umbrella in case it rains.
- Be aware this tour can be in English and Spanish at the same time depending on the group.
- Be aware you are paying the tip of the tour in advance.
- If you wish, you can add a Bike Tour and enjoy both activities on the same day.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 5+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $16 to $33
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 313
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 89
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Walking Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bogotá.
How much does Walking Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá cost?
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Prices start at $16 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Bogotá usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Walking Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Bogotá is not rushed.
Is Walking Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 89 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 895 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Bogotá, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Walking Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Walking Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 5. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 3-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Walking Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá?
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Around 313 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Bogotá can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Bogotá and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Walking Tour in La Candelaria Bogotá start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Bogotá within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Bogotá?
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On Outty we rank every Bogotá experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private City Tour Bogota + Monserrate, Gold, Botero and Candelaria., Free Graffiti Walking Tour Every Day in Bogota, Viejo Bogota Food Tour with 12+ Tastings. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Bogotá?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Bogotá?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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