Local Snacks Walking Tour

Bogotá: True Colombian Walking Tour + Local Snacks

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2 - 3 hours, free cancellation.

from $54.68 per person

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Duration: 2 - 3 hours
Meeting point: The Cranky Croc Hostel, La Candelaria
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Run by: THE True Colombian Experience

Overview

This walk starts at The Cranky Croc Hostel in La Candelaria and spends its first stretch inside La Concordia Market, Bogota's second-oldest, tasting a spread of exotic Colombian fruits and a glass of traditional chicha. From there the route threads through the colonial core: Chorro de Quevedo, the plaza considered the city's birthplace, then a café stop for fresh Colombian coffee and a tasting of Andean herbal infusions. The guide tells stories along the way, covering the gothic church of Nuestra Señora del Carmen, Plaza de Bolívar, La Séptima, and the Eje Ambiental with its public art.

The finish is unusual for a walking tour. The group ends up in a local Tejo hall to learn Colombia's national game, aiming at gunpowder-filled targets, with a Bogota-style snack on the side: hot chocolate with cheese. The whole outing runs 2 to 3 hours with a bilingual guide, in English and Spanish, and every tasting listed is included in the price.

It suits travellers who want a first-day orientation of the historic centre paired with food and drink they would be unlikely to order on their own. Reviewers repeatedly describe it as a strong introduction to the city, with guides who share history, modern life, and tips on what else to do in Bogota. It is not a meal: lunch is not included, and one reviewer notes it moves too slowly with young children in the group.

What's Included

Included

Exotic fruit tasting at La Concordia Market
Traditional chicha tasting
Hot chocolate with cheese (Bogotá-style snack)
Traditional herbal tea tasting
Game of Tejo at a local hall
Freshly brewed Colombian coffee
Bilingual guide (English & Spanish)
Cultural storytelling at key landmarks

Not Included

Lunch
Hotel pickup and drop-off (available for an extra fee upon request)
Personal expenses

Itinerary

Meet at The Cranky Croc HostelThe group gathers at Cl. 12d #3-56 in La Candelaria. Check in at the hostel reception and mention the tour. The opening covers a safety briefing, welcome refreshments, and the route, about 15 minutes.
La Concordia MarketA roughly 30-minute visit to Bogota's second-oldest market. The stop includes an exotic fruit tasting and a traditional chicha tasting, though the guide may serve the chicha later at Chorro de Quevedo depending on the day.
Chorro de Quevedo PlazaAround 20 minutes at the legendary birthplace of the city, with its murals and colonial surroundings. Sightseeing and stories from the guide.
La Candelaria walkA short 10-minute walk through the colonial streets toward the next stop.
Coffee tasting in La CandelariaAbout 20 minutes in a cozy café for freshly brewed Colombian coffee, plus a tasting of traditional Andean herbal infusions.
Santuario Nuestra Señora del CarmenA roughly 10-minute stop to admire the gothic architecture and hear more from the guide before the route continues.
Tejo hall and returnThe tour plays Tejo at a local hall with hot chocolate with cheese as the snack, then finishes back at The Cranky Croc Hostel. Total duration is 2 to 3 hours.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will help you get the most out of this walk, from what to carry to how the pace feels.

What to bring. The listing asks for comfortable shoes and clothes, weather-appropriate layers, a charged smartphone, and a reusable water bottle. Note that umbrellas are not allowed on the tour, so bring a rain jacket instead if the forecast looks wet.
Pace and fitness. This is a walking tour through La Candelaria and along La Séptima, so expect to be on your feet most of the time. The listing frames the duration as 2 to 3 hours, and reviewers say time passes quickly when the guide is engaging.
Food and drink. Fruit, chicha, coffee, herbal tea, and hot chocolate with cheese are all included. One reviewer found the fruit portions small, a few tiny pieces of several fruits per person, and lunch is not part of the tour, so plan a proper meal separately.
Group feel. Several reviewers describe guides who are friendly, knowledgeable, and happy to share tips on what else to do in Bogota. The tone across reviews is consistent, with first-time visitors saying it worked well as an introduction to the city.
Weather and timing. The listing warns that Bogota traffic is unpredictable and asks travellers to allow extra time to arrive relaxed. It also recommends a rain jacket during the rainy season, and if a core attraction cannot be visited due to events, weather, or availability, you can choose an alternative or a full refund.
Photos and phones. The route passes murals at Chorro de Quevedo, Plaza de Bolívar, and the public art along the Eje Ambiental, so a charged phone is genuinely useful. The listing includes a charged smartphone among its recommendations for what to bring.

Common issues. The fruit tasting is small: one reviewer said each person gets only tiny pieces of a handful of fruits and would have preferred larger portions even at a higher price. Another wanted free time to shop at the market and coffee stop, which the schedule does not allow. One reviewer found the tour dragged when young children were in the group and said it is not a tour for young children. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, though the listing says they are available for an extra fee upon request, and lunch and personal expenses are also excluded. Bogota weather and traffic can affect the route or your arrival, and the listing says that if a core attraction cannot be visited, travellers may choose either a suitable alternative or a full refund.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

All the tastings are covered: exotic fruits at La Concordia Market, chicha, Colombian coffee, herbal tea, and hot chocolate with cheese. A game of Tejo at a local hall and a bilingual guide in English and Spanish are also included. Lunch and personal expenses are not.

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

No, pickup and drop-off are not part of the tour. The listing says they are available for an extra fee upon request. Otherwise you make your own way to the meeting point.

Where Does The Tour Start And End?

Both the start and the finish are at The Cranky Croc Hostel, Cl. 12d #3-56 in La Candelaria. Once inside, go to the reception desk and say you are there for the True Colombian Walking Tour.

How Long Does The Tour Last?

The listing gives a duration of 2 to 3 hours. The pace depends on the group and normal city conditions, so allow some flexibility on either end when planning the rest of your day.

Is It Suitable For Children Or People With Limited Mobility?

The listing does not state an age limit or mobility policy, so check the booking page for details. One reviewer reported that young children slowed the group down and said it is not a tour for small kids, since it involves sustained walking and a Tejo hall visit.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If a core attraction on the route cannot be visited due to events, weather, or availability, the operator offers either a suitable alternative or a full refund.