City Essentials: First Day
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Kickstart your trip to Bogotá

3 hours English
5 (33)
100% Personalized

Get orientated in Colombia's cultural and culinary hotspot.

Experience Overview

Time:

3 hours

What to expect:

Fully tailored to your preferences

Language:

Hosted in English (Other languages may be requested)

Meeting point:

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Cancellation:

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring:

  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
  • Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

What’s Included:

Private and personalized experience
3-hour experience
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

What’s Excluded:

Food and drink
Transport costs
Tickets to any attractions
Gratuities (optional)

Key Highlights:

  • Learn to navigate the city center of Bogotá like a local with the help of your savvy host.
  • See must-see landmarks, like the popular Plaza Bolívar, and get invaluable tips on where to return to on the rest of your trip.
  • Tease your tastebuds and take note of the best local eateries to return to.
  • See a glimpse into Bogotá's past with historic landmarks, but also see where the past meets the presence with modern gems.
  • Your host knows the city like the palm of their hand, so make sure to learn all there is to know about Bogotá – Colombia's cultural and culinary hotspot.

What travelers think of our City Essentials: First Day experiences in South America

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Anthony 28 June 2025

Eiko was a wonderful guide and I recommend her without reservation.

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Lajuan 30 June 2025

Thank you for an expert tour!

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Catherine 29 June 2025

Thanks to our wonderful guide Alan, it was a perfect visit. It was evident that he loved his city and made us fall in love with it. He adjusted his visit to our need. A must!

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Mary 28 June 2025

Armando was terrific. He customized our tour exactly as we envisioned it. It was ideal and his passion for Naples came through loud and clear. A wonderful experience!

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Richmond 28 June 2025

Great way to meet the city when you first arrive. We felt our tour was custom designed just for us. We’d do it again!

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Marc Joseph 28 June 2025

Maria was an amazing tour guide. She was very flexible and catered to our preferences. We had our young kids with us who easily became tired as the heat got worse during the middle of the day. She was able to pivot and take us to an indoor museum of old Osaka. Our youngest was able to wear a kimono during that visit and she absolutely loved it. We definitely recommend this tour to anyone wanting to explore Osaka.

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What you’ll do

Get a crash course on how to explore the cultural center of Colombia like a local, like visiting city central's famous Plaza Bolívar for a glimpse of Bogotá's political history, but slipping away to see once-illegal street art in a hidden street. Snap a picture of the towering La Catedral Primada (seat of an archbishop!) after learning about the history of the National Capital and admiring its detailed mural. Escape to Parque Santander, a spot of green amidst modern skyscrapers, where you can peek at the nearby Gold Museum to visit later. Next, visit the artsy barrio La Macarena, teeming with artists and stories of Colombian past on every corner. Along the tree-lined streets, your host can point out a must-try café for the rest of your visit – do try the local hot chocolate, chocolate santafereño!