Budget Tour of Bogotá

Start in the old quarter of La Candelaria before heading up Monserrate Hill and visiting Zona Rosa.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at La Puerta Falsa

   08:00 – 09:00

   Eat a traditional breakfast of hot chocolate with cheese and tamales in La Candelaria.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Historic Candelaria

   09:15 – 10:30

   Walk through the historic cobblestone streets and view colonial architecture.

   • entryFree
3. 10:45|12:15
   

   Outdoor

   Monserrate Hill

   10:45 – 12:15

   Ascend the mountain trail or take the funicular up Monserrate for views of the city.

4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Casa Vieja

   12:30 – 13:30

   Try traditional Colombian soups such as Ajiaco at this long-standing restaurant.

5. 13:45|15:15
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Zona Rosa

   13:45 – 15:15

   Browse local shops and markets in the Zona Rosa commercial district.

6. 15:30|17:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Historic Candelaria

   15:30 – 17:00

   Visit plaza landmarks and historical sites in the lower section of Candelaria.

   • entryFree
7. 17:15|18:45
   

   Outdoor

   Monserrate Hill

   17:15 – 18:45

   Watch the sunset over Bogotá from the observation viewpoints on Monserrate.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Andrés DC

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine on traditional grilled meats and local dishes in the city center.

Spend the day exploring colonial plazas and modern shopping areas.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Pastelería Florida

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy fresh baked pastries and coffee in downtown Bogotá.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Historic Candelaria

   09:15 – 10:30

   Walk along Carrera 7 and inspect historic buildings around Plaza de Bolívar.

   • entryFree
3. 10:45|12:15
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Zona Rosa

   10:45 – 12:15

   Explore retail outlets and shopping centers in Zona T and Zona Rosa.

4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at La Juguetería

   12:30 – 13:30

   Eat lunch in a themed local restaurant offering Colombian dishes.

5. 13:45|15:15
   

   Outdoor

   Monserrate Hill

   13:45 – 15:15

   Hike the outdoor trails along the lower slopes of Monserrate.

6. 15:30|17:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Historic Candelaria

   15:30 – 17:00

   Tour street murals and heritage monuments throughout the old city.

   • entryFree
7. 17:15|18:45
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Zona Rosa

   17:15 – 18:45

   Visit artisanal street vendors and craft shops near Zona Rosa.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Club Colombia

   19:30 – 21:00

   Sample regional Colombian cuisine in a classic setting.

Combine outdoor views of the city with walking tours through shopping districts.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Cafe Pasaje

   08:00 – 09:00

   Order traditional coffee and eggs in a central cafe.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Outdoor

   Monserrate Hill

   09:15 – 10:30

   Take an early morning excursion up Monserrate Hill for broad views of Bogotá.

3. 10:45|12:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Historic Candelaria

   10:45 – 12:15

   Walk the cobblestone streets around Chorro de Quevedo plaza.

   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Prudencia

   12:30 – 13:30

   Eat a set lunch featuring wood-fired local ingredients.

5. 13:45|15:15
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Zona Rosa

   13:45 – 15:15

   Shop for leather goods and clothing in the Zona Rosa shopping malls.

6. 15:30|17:00
   

   Outdoor

   Monserrate Hill

   15:30 – 17:00

   Walk the gardens and church grounds at the peak of Monserrate.

7. 17:15|18:45
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Zona Rosa

   17:15 – 18:45

   Look through souvenir displays and open-air markets in northern Bogotá.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Mini-Mal

   19:30 – 21:00

   Taste contemporary Colombian dishes focusing on Amazonian and Pacific flavors.

Alternate between central historic sights and outdoor hill viewpoints.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Abasto

   08:00 – 09:00

   Have farm-fresh eggs and local bread made with regional ingredients.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Historic Candelaria

   09:15 – 10:30

   Self-guided walk visiting historic churches and government squares.

   • entryFree
3. 10:45|12:15
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Zona Rosa

   10:45 – 12:15

   Browse boutique stores and clothing galleries in Zona Rosa.

4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at El Chato

   12:30 – 13:30

   Enjoy modern Colombian dishes cooked with seasonal produce.

5. 13:45|15:15
   

   Outdoor

   Monserrate Hill

   13:45 – 15:15

   Walk along mountain paths offering panoramic viewpoints over the valley.

6. 15:30|17:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Historic Candelaria

   15:30 – 17:00

   View colonial mansions and hidden courtyards in Candelaria.

   • entryFree
7. 17:15|18:45
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Zona Rosa

   17:15 – 18:45

   Shop for emerald jewelry and Colombian crafts in commercial plazas.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Pajares Salinas

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine on traditional Spanish and Colombian dishes.

Take in high-altitude sights and spend time shopping in active commercial districts.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Masa

   08:00 – 09:00

   Eat artisanal pastries and specialty coffee.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Outdoor

   Monserrate Hill

   09:15 – 10:30

   Ascend Monserrate Hill early in the day for mountain air and city scenery.

3. 10:45|12:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Historic Candelaria

   10:45 – 12:15

   Walk through narrow alleys lined with colorful historic houses.

   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at San Ceferino

   12:30 – 13:30

   Have a classic set lunch with local meat and potato sides.

5. 13:45|15:15
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Zona Rosa

   13:45 – 15:15

   Explore commercial corridors and multi-story malls in Zona Rosa.

6. 15:30|17:00
   

   Outdoor

   Monserrate Hill

   15:30 – 17:00

   Revisit Monserrate's scenic walking paths and souvenir stalls.

7. 17:15|18:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Historic Candelaria

   17:15 – 18:45

   Observe illuminated monuments and historic landmarks in Candelaria.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Criterion

   19:30 – 21:00

   Enjoy a refined meal based on local ingredients.

Walk through key historical quarters and northern commercial centers.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at La Puerta Falsa

   08:00 – 09:00

   Eat warm changua soup and cheese bread for breakfast.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Historic Candelaria

   09:15 – 10:30

   Explore quiet side streets and historic plazas of La Candelaria.

   • entryFree
3. 10:45|12:15
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Zona Rosa

   10:45 – 12:15

   Browse fashion stores and independent shops in Zona Rosa.

4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Casa Vieja

   12:30 – 13:30

   Eat traditional Andean dishes in an authentic colonial house setting.

5. 13:45|15:15
   

   Outdoor

   Monserrate Hill

   13:45 – 15:15

   Walk along nature tracks leading around Monserrate sanctuary.

6. 15:30|17:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Historic Candelaria

   15:30 – 17:00

   See historic facades and open public squares in the downtown center.

   • entryFree
7. 17:15|18:45
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Zona Rosa

   17:15 – 18:45

   Visit local boutiques and modern shopping centers in Zona Rosa.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Harry Sasson

   19:30 – 21:00

   Enjoy wood-fired steaks and Latin American cuisine.

Finish the week with a final round of sightseeing, mountain views, and local shopping.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Pastelería Florida

   08:00 – 09:00

   Have hot chocolate and bakery items before starting the day.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Outdoor

   Monserrate Hill

   09:15 – 10:30

   Take a morning trip up Monserrate Hill to photograph Bogotá from above.

3. 10:45|12:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Historic Candelaria

   10:45 – 12:15

   Take a final walking loop through Candelaria's heritage spots.

   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at La Juguetería

   12:30 – 13:30

   Enjoy regional grilled meats and sides for lunch.

5. 13:45|15:15
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Zona Rosa

   13:45 – 15:15

   Pick up souvenirs and Colombian products in Zona Rosa.

6. 15:30|17:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Historic Candelaria

   15:30 – 17:00

   Visit historic churches and colonial plazas in the city center.

   • entryFree
7. 17:15|18:45
   

   Outdoor

   Monserrate Hill

   17:15 – 18:45

   Enjoy sunset views over the mountain ridge at Monserrate.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Andrés Carne de Res

   19:30 – 21:00

   Conclude the trip with a vibrant dinner of Colombian steakhouse classics.