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La Candelaria Tour: Hidden Gems Exploration
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La Candelaria
Uncover the secrets of La Candelaria in Bogota with a local guide. Explore landmarks, hidden gems, and learn about the history, culture, and current social and political situation of this vibrant neighborhood.
Uncover the secrets of La Candelaria in Bogota with a local guide. Explore landmarks, hidden gems, and learn about the history, culture, and current social and political situation of this vibrant neighborhood.
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Plazoleta del Rosario - Take a look at one of the first universities in the country, known for being a jail during the colony! Reconstruct our colonial history from the stories of our greatest heroes and heroines.
- Carrera 7 - Witness the corner where Colombia’s biggest murder mystery took place. Listen the story behind it and understand the…
- Plazoleta del Rosario - Take a look at one of the first universities in the country, known for being a jail during the colony! Reconstruct our colonial history from the stories of our greatest heroes and heroines.
- Carrera 7 - Witness the corner where Colombia’s biggest murder mystery took place. Listen the story behind it and understand the way it shaped our future and marked the beginning of a new era!
- Carrera 7 - Walk through the most important commercial street in Bogota since colonial times and be amazed by the crafts and creativity of Colombian street vendors.
- Plaza de Bolivar de Bogota - Walk around the most important square not only in Bogota but in Colombia! Known for the Justice Palace Siege that took place in the 90’s.
- CASA DE NARINO - Take a look at the presidential house of Colombia! Residence and office of every Colombian president since the early 1900s.
- Church of San Agustin - Go inside this beautiful baroque church, keeper of colonial secrets and hidden gems.
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Museo Nacional de Colombia Fragmentos - Wondering about Colombian conflict? Let’s have an intimate talk about it at this powerful place design by the Colombian artist Doris Salcedo and built by female victims of the Colombian conflict.
*Please note that Fragmentos is closed on Tuesdays. - Santuario Nuestra Senora del Carmen - Take a picture at the only Gothic Sanctuary of La Candelaria, house of the beloved Virgen del Carmen.
- Plaza Del Chorro Del Quevedo - This hidden square is one of the most vibrant places in the city. Mostly known for its local & social atmosphere and it’s awesome graffiti art!
What's Included
- Tour insurance
- Zebra Fisgona Tour Guide
- Tea and coffee
- Tour insurance
- Zebra Fisgona Tour Guide
- Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
- Additional purchases
- Tips
- Additional purchases
- Tips
Additional Information
Our perspective of travel revolves around the connections and interactions with the locals. So, we’ve chosen to disregard traditional guidelines and offer you a rich experience through La Candelaria. We kick-off by exploring the major attractions in La Candelaria, uncovering the secrets they hold. Next, we venture off the beaten track to showcase our…
Our perspective of travel revolves around the connections and interactions with the locals. So, we’ve chosen to disregard traditional guidelines and offer you a rich experience through La Candelaria. We kick-off by exploring the major attractions in La Candelaria, uncovering the secrets they hold. Next, we venture off the beaten track to showcase our top 4 concealed treasures. View the most popular district from the viewpoint of native residents, while we discuss our history, customs, present social and political scenarios, and share unique personal tales. As part of this adventure, we’re prepared to answer any questions and provide excellent local recommendations, making this an ideal introductory tour to Bogota. Look at us as your new friends from Colombia! We can’t wait to share our experience with you. ;)
Location
Plazoleta del Rosario
Our local host will meet you in front of the coffee shop "Café Pasaje"
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(22 Ratings)
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Jenni_p
Aug 3, 2025
A truly personal tour! - We took the tour of Candelaria with Juani on our first day in Bogota and what a start to our holiday! Juani started by asking what our interests were so that she could tailor the tour to our liking. We walked through the streets of the Candelaria area where Juani talked us through the history of the people of Bogota and Colombia, explaining both important landmark moments in Colombian history as well as anecdotes of local Bogotanos and their impact on the city and country. She took us for a pit stop at a local cafe where we tasted Colombian coffee as well as cacaos while listening to the coffee history of Colombia. Juani also recommended us places to go for drinks and dinner, her recommendations were spot on! Juani was a fantastic guide and we highly recommend this tour!
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284jennelleb
Jul 16, 2025
Amazing Tour - The tour was great. Andre felt like a friend who was showing us around. The tour was very personal and we learned a lot. We also loved that it wasn’t rushed. We moved at a very comfortable pace. Andre answered all of our questions as well.
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Miriamc62
Jul 15, 2025
Awesome Tours!! - Zebra Tours was really great! My mother and I took two tours- La Candalaria with Aleja and the Salt Cathedral with Vivi. Both guides were awesome- it was like exploring places with extremely knowledgeable friends. Totally worth every penny for tailored private tours. If I am ever in Bogota again (I hope so!) I will 100% book with Zebra again. Thank you- Aleja and Vivi you made the experiences that much more memorable and special.
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Anthonyvy2644vw
Jun 26, 2025
The heart of our Bogotá experience! - The highlight of our trip!
Four of us did a private Candelaria Tour: Hotspots and Hidden Gems with Juani from Zebra Fisgona and it ended up being the heart of our Bogotá trip.
I’m not usually one for guided tours, but this wasn’t that. Spending a few hours with Juani felt less like ticking off tourist boxes and more like being welcomed into a city by someone who genuinely loves it, and wants you to love it, too.
From the start, Juani had this warmth that immediately made us feel like we were reconnecting with an old friend. She wasn’t just reciting facts or leading us around. She listened, engaged us in conversation, got a feel for who we were, and then seamlessly customized the experience around us.
And those “hidden gems”? Not just a marketing phrase. I pride myself on doing research before traveling, but Juani took us to corners of the Candelaria I wouldn’t have found. Places that don’t show up on travel blogs or Instagram just yet, but should because of the stories they carry.
There were moments that were touching, exciting, even unexpected- in the best way. I walked away not only knowing more about Colombian culture, but feeling more. It gave me new layers of appreciation I’m still thinking about.
Our time in Bogotá wouldn’t have been the same without Juani and the Zebra Fisgona team. Even beyond the tour, her thoughtful restaurant recs and local insights continued to shape our days. This wasn’t just a highlight of our trip, it was the heart of our Bogotá experience.
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Momstravel
Jan 19, 2025
Like a zebra in a herd of horses, these tours certainly stand out with curiosity and wonder! - We spent two days with Juani of Zebra Fisgona tours on our recent trip to Bogota! All I can say is WOW! She made this city come to life for us. She covered history, she covered the present, she helped us feel Bogota! I booked our group of 8 people for two customized tours. Our first day we toured Mount Monserrate and the Gold Museum. The next day we tour the Candelaria unveiled tour. But it wasn't just the tours that were great. She explained the gastronomy of the area, introducing us to things like hot chocolate with cheese (a must try), amazing pastries, a huge variety of local fruits, and gave us wonderful dining recommendations. Do yourself and favor and book a tour or two or more with Zebra Fisgona (curious Zebra for those who are wondering). Like a zebra in a herd of horses, these tours certainly stand out with curiosity and wonder!
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Rubyb388
Nov 25, 2024
Take tours with this company! I am serious! - What a lovely experience. Aleja walked us around Candelaria and told us about the history of Colombia. It was pouring rain during our tour, but Aleja was so wonderful, it didn't matter. She clearly cares deeply about Colombia and that shone through the stories she told us and the sites we saw. I highly recommend this experience to anyone who wants to learn about Colombia in a more personal, impactful level. I look forward to taking another tour with her in the future when I return.
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Kat1776
Nov 24, 2024
Best 2 tours I took in Bogota - I have taken 2 tours with Zebra Fisgona, the Rent a Friend (I chose to go to Paloquemao for fruit tasting) and the La Candelaria walking tour. I took the first tour by myself, but when I mentioned how excellent Aleja was as a tour guide, other friends from our school decided to join me for the walking tour a week later. They were all so impressed - our tour was presented in English, since Aleja is fluent. Her knowledge of her city, country, culture, and local businesses is truly impressive - she answered almost every question with context and enthusiasm. She was willing to accommodate small changes (we arrived starving, and she knew the perfect empanada shop nearby). She negotiates on your behalf with each vendor or company, which makes everything so very easy. The Rent a Friend tour is as just after I arrived, and she provided me with invaluable advice about getting around Bogota. Plus a coffee shop that I fell in love with, where I studied every day (the staff were super patient with my awful Spanish). Unforgettable tours made this an unforgettable trip! And I know when I return, I’m definitely choosing another tour to learn more with Aleja or Juani. Looking forward to the new tour to the Pacific coast and Medellin !!
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Jimmy_mari
Nov 2, 2024
La Candelaria and much more. - Our tour was Candelaria in the open: Iconic places and hidden gems.
Definitely when you have a place you feel more comfortable and the tour becomes much more interesting.
All the information and places we visited during the tour were to our liking.
Our guide, Juani, was excellent at carrying every detail and making the tour a magical one. 100% recommended.
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Mayra
Jul 16, 2024
Candelari Tour and Sal Cathedral Visit - We booked with “Rent a local friend” system two days: one day to visit La Catedral de Sal and the town of Zipaquirá (8) hours and the other day 6 hours of Rent a Friend in La Candelaria. Tours exceeded our expectations
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Gutolll
May 28, 2024
Unforgettable!! - Our tour was with Juani, as she said herself, our friend from Bogotá. What a wonderful day! We are Brazilians, it was our first morning in Colombia, and it was essential for us to immediately get to know the best of Colombia and Bogotá. A tour with a lot of history, a lot of culture, a lot of typical Bogotá experiences. And most of all, it was SO much fun! Juani has a lot of knowledge and is a sweet person! If we fell in love with Colombia on our trip, that first day with Juani certainly contributed a lot to that! And Aleja was super attentive from the moment we made the reservation online. We recommend a tour with them to anyone who wants to fall completely in love with a real Bogotá! Thanks for the tips and teachings! We wish you much success! ❤️
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