The 10 Walking Tours in Bogotá That Earn Their Price

1.Guided La Candelaria Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,229 reviews · 3 - 7 hours · from $16Our pick

Walk Bogotá’s La Candelaria with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide such as Leslie, Luis, Juana, or José. Visit Bolívar Square, La Concordia market, Carrera Séptima, street-art alleys, and the area near the Gold Museum. Expect local fruit and coffee tastings, Colombian history, architecture, and practical city tips in a small group when available.

“Lesley speaks brilliant English and knows everything there is to know about Bogota. In spite of her name she is Colombian so could answer more obscure queries about people and culture. Particularly impressive was the brief summary of Colombia's recent complex history.”

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2.Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral Private Tour + Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $185Top rated

Travel from Bogotá to Zipaquirá in a private vehicle, enter the salt mine with an included ticket and multilingual audioguide, then walk through colonial squares, a former railway station, and sites linked to Gabriel García Márquez. A local bilingual guide may join you, with free time for lunch and a Colombian snack.

“Very beautiful trip, definitely recommend to everyone. Organization was perfect, everything was up to our expectations!”

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3.Bogota Walking Tour Teusaquillo, a different part of the city

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $28

Walk from Museo Nacional through Teusaquillo to Parkway in about two and a half hours. With a Condor Tours guide, you’ll connect Colombia’s political past to former beer factories, striking homes, street art, 1950s architecture, coffee, and craft beer. Daniel may lead the walk, though guide assignments can vary.

“A neighborhood that feels like you're elsewhere. Daniel was so knowledgeable about not only the sights, but also the political and sociocultural significance of this neighborhood. Skip a museum and do this tour instead!”

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4.Bogota Walking Tour Teusaquillo a different part of the city

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 26 reviews · 3 hours · from $19

Walk beyond Bogotá’s usual sights with a guide such as Luis Bonilla through Teusaquillo’s historic streets, cultural houses, galleries, cafés, and street-art projects. The three-hour private tour includes coffee or craft beer, chocolate, gallery entries, and a stop at Lubianka Pub. Tours run in English, Portuguese, or Spanish.

“Guia muy amable, conoce bien la región y la história de Bogotá. Me gustó mucho el recorrido!”

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5.Private Candelaria Walking Tour and Gold Museum

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 4 hours · from $75

Visit Bogotá’s Gold Museum, then walk through La Candelaria with a private English- or Spanish-speaking guide. See Plaza de Bolívar, Chorro de Quevedo, Calle del Coliseo, government buildings, and the Chamber of the Golden Offering. Hotel pickup, transportation, museum admission, and premium coffee are included.

“Brilliant in every way. Mauricio was an excellent guide-he knew so much about the history and background of Bogota. The Gold Museum was fascinating too.”

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6.Private Candelaria Walking Tour with Gold Museum

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 3 hours · from $63

Spend three hours with a private English-speaking guide in Bogotá’s La Candelaria, including one hour at the Gold Museum and two hours among murals, churches, government buildings, and cobbled streets. Guides such as Joel, Iván, and Maira have helped visitors understand local history, art, and daily life. A Colombian snack and soft drink are included.

“I had the best day with Joel! He ist super friendly and showed me around so well He is well informed and was able to tell me a lot. Also he helped me find Monserrate. Thank you very much!!”

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7.La Candelaria Highlights Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 3h 30m · from $73

Walk through La Candelaria with a private English or Spanish-speaking guide, visiting Bolívar Square, Teatro Colón, Chorro de Quevedo, a conflict memorial, historic churches, a local coffee shop, and photo-friendly corners. Guides such as Alejandra and Juanita tailor the conversation to your interests and include coffee along the way.

“O tour à pé foi delicioso e surpreendente, estivemos em alguns dos lugares mais emblemáticos do centro histórico de Bogotá e também visitamos outros que não fazem parte dos roteiros tradicionais e que me emocionaram muito, mas o melhor de tudo foi a companhia de Juanita, culta, simpática, cuidadosa, sempre atenta a tudo!”

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8.Must-See Sites Walking Tour With a Guide

★★★★★★★★★★3.2 · 6 reviews · 3 hours · from $14Best value

Walk La Candelaria with a private English, French, or Spanish-speaking guide. Start at Chorro de Quevedo, taste chicha, sample Colombian fruit, visit a coffee café, and hear the stories behind Plaza del Rosario and Plaza Simón Bolívar. Daniel and Julian are named guides praised for making the tour personal and enjoyable.

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9.Candelaria Unveiled: Cool-tural Heritage Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 6 reviews · 2h 30m · from $16

Start at the Policarpa Salavarrieta monument and walk through La Concordia Market, Chorro de Quevedo, Teatro Colón, Bolívar Square, and the Botero Museum. English- and Spanish-speaking guides such as Jorge and Sharik bring Bogotá’s past to life while sharing useful advice on food, nightlife, and city activities. The tour costs $16 and is wheelchair accessible.

“Jorge is very well-aware of the city and history, and he showed around in a good route of the neighborhood. It was really nice experience to get to know about Bogotá.”

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10.Walking tour José Celestino Mutis Botanical Garden 3 hrs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 3 hours · from $109

Spend three hours at Bogotá’s José Celestino Mutis Botanical Garden with a private guide in Spanish, English, Portuguese, or French. You’ll see native plants, a 5,000-orchid display, and learn how the garden protects Colombian flora and fauna. Guide Juan has been praised for being punctual and attentive. Tickets and a snack are included.

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