De un grito hasta la independencia "Los pasos de Bolívar"
ID: GYG640733-1063699
Category:
Country: Colombia
Duration:
30 min.
Description
Explore the historic and cultural heritage of Bogota on a guided walking tour. Visit the Casa del Florero, the Casa de Manuelita, the Church of San Francisco, and the Quinta de Bolivar.
Discover the historic neighborhood of La Candelaria in Bogotá. Learn about the important moments and historical landmarks that have contributed to the creation of the Colombian nation.
Explore the neighborhood of La Candelaria, which is a bastion of Bogotá's cultural and historical heritage. Walk along its streets with some emblematic names, admire its architecture, and learn about its importance to Colombia.
Visit the House of the Florero and the House of Manuelita. Discover the importance of neogranadino art and one of its main artists, Gregorio Vásquez y Ceballos.
Learn about how a cloister went from being an academic institution and the starting point of the Botanical Expedition to becoming a prison for patriots due to the actions of Pablo Morillo, known as "the pacifier."
See how the church was part of this cruel and violent moment in history before becoming a national pantheon. Finally, visit the Quinta de Bolívar, the resting place of the liberator, although he never lived there in its entirety.
Highlights
- Discover the historic and cultural heritage of Bogota on a guided tour
- Learn about the history of Colombia and its impact on the world
- Visit the Casa del Florero and the Casa de Manuelita
- See the Church of San Francisco and the Quinta de Bolivar
- Explore the streets of La Candelaria and see the architecture
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable walking shoes as there will be a lot of walking.
Bring a camera to capture the beautiful architecture and historic sites.
Carry water and sunscreen to stay hydrated and protected from the sun.
Some attractions may require an entrance fee, so be prepared for additional expenses.
Esquina casa del florero o museo casa de la independencia
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
