Top Colombia Walking Tours - page 6

Learn about how Medellin went from one of the world’s most dangerous places to Colombia’s favorite city on a private tour of Comuna 13—a neighborhood that’s undergone the most radical transformation. You’ll enjoy the chance to ask your guide unlimited questions as you visit street art murals and overcome the language barrier during meetings with local residents.

Bogotá is a mysterious city, in which the limit between myth and reality vanishes in the stories told in its streets, many of them about the living and some many others about dead and ghosts. We will walk the streets of La Candelaria neighborhood, in a storytelling tour, to discover the lives and tragedies of the most traditional ghosts that inhabit our city. How to participate? *Fill one form per group (please, do not fill the form if you don`t mean to attend) https://descubrebgta.weebly.com/programacioacuten *5 days before the tour, you will receive a confirmation mail with the meeting point. *Arrive to the meeting point 15 minutes early *Enjoy the tour *Make this tour possible by making a good donation

Seeing the best of the Colombian National Museum’s 20,000-strong collection of objects can be an impossible task when exploring the museum independently. Enhance your experience of Colombia’s heritage on a private 3-hour guided tour of the museum, which is split into art, history, archeology, and ethnography sections. Alongside your guide, you’ll discover the legends behind religious icons, antique furniture, oil paintings, and pre-Colombian relics. Hotel pickup is included.

Explore the vibrant community of Comuna 20, comprising 11 neighborhoods, with a focus on Siloé. Overcoming a history of violence, residents strive for positive change through tourism, entrepreneurship, and local culture. Witness the resilience of this community, experiencing its art, culture, and creativity as they work towards a better way of life.

Head out to the Chapinero District in the northern reaches of Bogota for a bit of off-the-beaten-path exploration. You'll see fantastic architecture, explore chic neighborhoods, sample aborrajado snacks and coffee, and even play a local drinking game at a local bar, seeing a side of Colombia you wouldn't easily get to experience without a local guide.

With us you will travel paths little traveled, free of mass tourism. The tranquility of these forests will make you feel like the only person in the world. You will feel the freshness and tranquility of the mountain while maintaining the proximity to the city.

Get an in-depth introduction to Cartagena on this walking tour. Together with just your party and a private guide, walk through the streets of the colorful city and to the most important squares and churches, and locals' favorite coffee shops and restaurants. Listen as your guide gives you insight into the history of the city, its legends, and the pirates and other characters that have left their mark.

A trip wouldn’t be complete if you don’t go beyond touristic places and give yourself the chance to taste the place’s food. So, come with us to this food tour around Barranquilla’s heart, so you get the best of Caribbean cuisine and its people. Carimañola, arepa de huevo, butifarra, chipi chipi rice, enyucado, among many other options for you to taste. We are sure that it will be a gastronomic experience to remember. • A walk along important spots of the city • A brief introduction to Colombia’s and Barranquilla’s rich history • Samples and samples of typical foods and drinks of the region (fruits, desserts, finger foods, refreshments) • An incredible chance to get in touch with locals and their stories • Memories full of senses about colors, smells and flavors of this Caribbean city

Discover Cartagena’s major sightseeing spots on this guided tour. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle, stopping at the convent of La Candelaria, which is located on top of La Popa Hill, for panoramic views, plus the San Felipe Fortress, popular neighborhoods, parks, and public squares. Also, enjoy free time to shop.

Have your Cartagena adventure captured in high-definition on a small-group walking tour. As you explore the city’s highlights and hidden corners, your guide will take pictures of you against the most photogenic landmarks. Highlights and backdrops include Plaza de la Trinidad, Barrio Getsemani, Torre del Reloj, and the Cathedral of Cartagena. This experience allows you to soak in the city’s magic without being stuck behind a camera lens.

Get your bearings in Barranquilla with ease on a private city tour that covers top attractions such as the Carnaval Museum, the Old Town, and the riverside boardwalk. You won’t have to worry about navigating as you wander the city at your own pace alongside your private guide, from who you’ll enjoy undivided attention.

Colombia is known for its unique landscape, but knowing the best spots to be immersed in the natural scenery can be tricky. Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the capital on a private day tour to Chingaza National Natural Park, and explore with a local guide for insight into the region’s natural features, flora, and fauna, with round-trip hotel transfer included for a hassle-free excursion.

Getsemani is the symbol of the Cartagena rebellion, it was the place where the independence movement of this city was conceived. Part of that history as well as some customs are represented in graffiti as a symbol of art and expression. On this tour we will get to know in depth the history, architecture and characteristic places of this neighborhood. The decoration of some streets and houses, as well as its people and daily life are attractions of this colonial neighborhood. All the time you will be accompanied by a guide who will provide you with all the information and answer all your questions.

Shop like a true Medellín local during this fascinating 4-hour exploration of the city’s sprawling ‘La Minorista’ market. Explore the wonderful chaos of the market’s stalls with your guide, admiring its selection of fresh fruit, vegetable and flowers. The market offers almost everything one can imagine, ranging from food to the so-called “curanderos”, traditional healers selling dried herbs and other plant-based essences. You'll also get to sample a mouth-watering array of exotic tropical fruits, many of which you’ve likely never heard of before. If you’re up for it, you can even try out your bargaining skills with a local vendor. This market-themed excursion also covers a coffee break, fruit tasting, traditional gourmet lunch in the market, juice and round-triop hotel transport.

Get a personalized look at Medellín’s most famous places and people during this 7-hour private sightseeing tour. Explore Medellin’s downtown and ascend to the Santo Domingo Savio Library by aerial cable car for panoramic city views. Then visit the colonial-style El Pueblito Paisa and take a mini excursion exploring the life of notorious Colombian drug kingpin Pablo Escobar.

Discover the fascinating story beyond Narcos on this 4-hour historical tour of the city. Delve into the fascinating story and multiple standpoints of locals how Medellin has endured through its dark times, the factors that supported its rebirth, and how the cocaine boom has conditioned politics, armed conflict, social norms and even fashion.

Discover a side of Bogota that few travelers experience on this private tour through the neighborhood of Egipto, just steps from Plaza de Bolívar and El Chorro de Quevedo. Led by former gang members who now work to uplift their community, the tour offers a powerful look at the area's transformation from violence to resilience. Walk the streets where local history unfolds in murals, learn about complex social dynamics, and sample chicha, a traditional Colombian beverage. This experience provides exclusive access to a hidden part of the city and directly supports a grassroots community initiative at the same time.

Take a break from the bustle of Bogota with a tour out to the Choachi Mountains, a mere 45-minute drive from the city. This small-group tour will take you through beautiful scenery with epic views of landscapes, waterfalls, and rock art as you hike along a moderate trail with a professional guide. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

The Medellin Barcrawl is built different — a fully hosted nightlife experience where the music, the energy, and the people actually match the vibe you came for. We guide you through 5 curated bars in Provenza with a local host who handles the route, the entries, and the introductions. The soundtrack is the difference: Hip Hop, Rap, Afro Beats, Amapiano, Afro House, Dancehall, and Bubbling — the music we actually want to hear when we go out. Safe, social, and curated, with a crew that gets it. Built with the Afro diaspora in mind, our nights bring together solo travelers, friend groups, and couples who all leave the same way — with new people, real moments, and a night that finally feels like home, even abroad. If you're in Medellín and you're not on this crawl, you're missing the best night of the trip. Come as strangers. Leave as a crew.

Explore the underground Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira with this 7-hour private tour from Bogota. Tour the tunnels of this subterranean wonder and learn all about its history with a bilingual audioguide. Return to the historic center of Zipaquira for a traditional Colombian lunch of soup, salad, plantains, and more. Enjoy a brief sightseeing tour of Zipaquira before your return to Bogota.

The La Carbonera tour, known as the Wax Palm Sanctuary, is a 5- to 7-hour tour that allows you to admire the highest wax palms in their natural environment. It is a unique experience in a private space, without massive tourism, with abundant fauna and flora. The tour begins in Salento, Quindío, and may include hiking or Jeep Willys, depending on the visitor’s preferences. The tour goes through viewpoints, waterfalls and rural roads, providing breathtaking views and changing sensations of weather along the way. It is ideal for both those who enjoy walking and those who prefer a vehicle tour. It also includes a snack and tickets, ensuring a complete experience, with local guides explaining the history and culture of the place.

Take home the best memories of your Cartagena adventure with a private photo session. This personalized experience is the perfect way to capture engagements, anniversaries, family vacations, or solo adventures. Some of the stunning historic backdrops include Plaza Santo Domingo, the Walled City of Cartagena, Plaza de la Aduana, and the Emerald Center. After the photoshoot, receive your watermarked photos to choose your favorites from the comfort of your home for an additional cost.

Discover Cartagena from the inside out! Explore the living essence of the Walled City on a guided tour combining history, culture and local life. Accompanied by our professional wireless audio system, you will hear every detail clearly while enjoying the freedom to walk and take photos at your own pace. Immerse yourself in the stories that made Cartagena the most fortified city in Latin America: the pirate attacks, the secrets of its colonial architecture and the deep Afro-Caribbean footprint that defines its identity. Our guide Beyond will take you through the most iconic places — the Clock Tower, Customs Square, Bolivar Square, the Palace of the Inquisition, San Pedro Claver and the walls — sharing anecdotes that connect the past with the current energy of the city. This is the perfect tour to start your journey in Cartagena: authentic, deep and with an immersive audio experience that makes a difference.

Visit several of Bogota’s top-notch, locals-frequented craft beer destinations—and enjoy tutored tastings as you explore—on this small-group walking tour. Meet your guide in the early evening (or upgrade for pickup directly from your Bogota hotel), and set off on foot. You’ll start at a popular local craft brewery, where you’ll sip fresh beer and go behind the scenes. Next, head to the hip Quinta Camacho neighborhood, where you’ll visit two craft beer pubs and will enjoy further tastings.