Tunja Food + History Tour

This Tunja tour lays at the intersection of culinary delights and rich history, ensuring that the enchanting capital of Boyaca, Colombia mesmerizes you throughout the experience.

Highlights

Your journey will commence with a pickup from your hotel in Tunja at the designated time, as we set off to explore the charming capital of Boyaca, renowned for its motto: the "Cradle and workshop of freedom."

The tour of Tunja will first take us to Bolívar Square, where we will admire the stunning façade of the Cathedral of Santiago. Adjacent to this cathedral lies the House-Museum of Gonzalo Suarez Rendon, a site where we will delve into the narrative of this Spanish conqueror who established Tunja on August 6, 1593.

Your exploration will continue at the House-Museum of the scribe Don Juan de Vargas, honoring another notable figure tied to Tunja's colonial past. After absorbing these fascinating tales, we will visit a local restaurant to savor a traditional Bayocanese lunch, featuring a starter, a main dish of either meat or fish, and a beverage.

Post-lunch, we will venture to the Forest of the Republic, a park that houses the Martyr's Wall, where stories of Tunja's illustrious residents will be shared. Afterwards, a visit to the Viewpoint of Freedom awaits us. Known as Bolivar's Rock, this vantage point offers breathtaking panoramic views of Tunja.

Our concluding stop will be the Battle of Boyaca Bridge, a monument commemorating the battle that paved the way for the independence of the viceroyalty of New Granada. We’ll delve into its historical significance before making our way back to the heart of Tunja.

The duration of the tour is approximately 4 hours.