La Candelaria
Bogotá's colonial old town — candy-coloured houses, plazas and the city's best museums.
Don't miss at La Candelaria
- ◆ Colonial streets
- ◆ Plaza de Bolívar
- ◆ Street art & museums
Insider tip
Take a walking or graffiti tour to decode the neighbourhood's vivid street art.
La Candelaria — visitor questions
What is La Candelaria known for?
Bogotá's colonial old town — candy-coloured houses, plazas and the city's best museums. Highlights include: Colonial streets; Plaza de Bolívar; Street art & museums.
Where is La Candelaria?
La Candelaria is in La Candelaria, Bogotá — La Candelaria, Bogotá.
Any tips for visiting La Candelaria?
Take a walking or graffiti tour to decode the neighbourhood's vivid street art.
Can Chauffyr take me to La Candelaria?
Yes — Chauffyr provides a private, fixed-price chauffeur to La Candelaria and between every stop on your Bogotá itinerary, with no parking or driving to worry about.
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