Bogotá: Museums, Monserrate and Salt Cathedral with Guide
Bogota
About
Get ready for an unforgettable day exploring the historical and cultural heart of Colombia in with shared transportation, and different options to choose from when checking availability.
We will guide you on a tour that begins in downtown Bogotá, visiting iconic sites such as Plaza de Bolívar, the Gold Museum, and the Botero Museum, where you will delve into the artistic and cultural soul of the country. Then, we will ascend Monserrate Mountain to amaze you with a panoramic view of the city, a true living map of its evolution.
Finally, we will embark on a journey to the Salt Cathedral, an underground wonder that will take your breath away with its architecture and spiritual significance. T...
Highlights
10 hours and 10 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours and 10 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Typical lunch with a soft drink
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Transport by private vehicle
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Any thing that doesnt have mencioned here
Unspecified and / or personal expenses
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Bogotá: Museums, Monserrate and Salt Cathedral with Guide
Bogota
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About
Get ready for an unforgettable day exploring the historical and cultural heart of Colombia in with shared transportation, and different options to choose from when checking availability.
We will guide you on a tour that begins in downtown Bogotá, visiting iconic sites such as Plaza de Bolívar, the Gold Museum, and the Botero Museum, where you will delve into the artistic and cultural soul of the country. Then, we will ascend Monserrate Mountain to amaze you with a panoramic view of the city, a true living map of its evolution.
Finally, we will embark on a journey to the Salt Cathedral, an underground wonder that will take your breath away with its architecture and spiritual significance. T...
Highlights
10 hours and 10 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours and 10 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Typical lunch with a soft drink
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Transport by private vehicle
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Any thing that doesnt have mencioned here
Unspecified and / or personal expenses
Itinerary
1
Plaza de Bolivar de Bogota
Continue at La Plaza de Bolivar walk along the streets and take a close look of the most important buildings of the city: Palacio Lievano, Catedral Primada, the National Capitol and La Casa de Nariño
15 minutes
2
Capitolio Nacional
Located at the south end of the square is the National Capitol home of the Colombian Congress. The building was built by Thomas Reed between 1848 and 1926. Since 1975 it is considered a National Monument
3
Catedral Primada de Bogota
A Neoclasic building in the east side of the square. Built between 1807 and 1823 the Cathedral is home to the Archbishop
4
CASA DE NARINO
La Casa de Nariño is the official residence of the President of Colombia and is the headquarter of the government of the country
5
Palacio Lievano
With its French renaissance Style the building occupies the western side of the square and is Bogota’s city hall.
6
Museos del Banco de la Republica
After walking a few blocks away from the square you will find the Botero Muesum. The Colombian artist Fernando Botero donated to the city 87 works of art from diverse artist which were part of his private collection plus 123 pieces made by him.
30 minutes
7
Barrio La Candelaria
Bogota’s Historical center is named la Candelaria, we will walk a little longer so you get to admire the colonial architecture of the district and the colorful houses.
8
Mount Monserrate
Before we leave the historical center, we will take a cable car that will take us to Monserrate the highest point of the city and where it is possible to admire a beautiful view
1 hour
9
Catedral De Sal De Zipaquira
Time to leave the city driving to the north and having a quick stop on the road for lunch before we arrive to the town of Zipaquira, which means 'city of our Father' in the language of the Chibcha. Back in pre-Columbian times, salt around the area was the most important commodity and the ‘salt cakes’ were the only currency for trading. Over time, technology improved and the muiscas began to extract larger amounts of salt. As a result, an underground salt deposit was formed and it is where the Salt Cathedral was built, 180 meters below the surface. Inside, there is a chapel, “capilla de los mineros” built as a tribute to the Virgin “Our Lady of the Rosary of Guasá” (Guasá means 'mine' in Chibcha). The time of the tour includes the transfer from Bogota to Zipaquira and back
