Tunja Museums Tour

Embark on a fascinating journey through the museums of Tunja, where you will explore the rich cultural inheritance of Boyacá's capital, a city renowned for its stunning landscapes and historical significance in Colombia.

Explore the Wonders of Boyacá

Your experience begins with a pickup from your accommodation in Tunja at the designated time, setting the stage for an enlightening visit to the museums in Boyacá.

The first destination is the Luis Gonzalo Andrade National History Museum, where you will appreciate Colombian biodiversity. Adjacent to this museum, you can explore the herbarium of the Pedagogical and Technological University of Colombia, showcasing an array of mosses, lichens, and other plant specimens integral to their research efforts.

Your journey continues at the PTUC Museum of Medicine and Health, where you will gain insight into the evolution of bodily and mental care throughout history. Next, a visit to the PTUC Museum of Archeology awaits, featuring an impressive collection of pre-Hispanic artifacts from the Herrera and Muisca cultures.

As the tour progresses, indulge in a delightful traditional lunch at one of the city’s renowned eateries, offering a starter, a Bocayanese-inspired main dish, and a refreshing drink. Following this culinary experience, your next stop will be the Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Cultural Museum, where the life and legacy of the former Colombian president will be unveiled.

The itinerary then takes you to the Gonzalo Suárez Rendón House-Museum, the historic residence of Tunja's founder. You will also visit the Museum-House of the writer Don Juan de Vargas, deepening your understanding of the colonial history related to Boyacá.

At the end of this enriching tour, which lasts for about 4 hours, you will be returned to your hotel in Tunja.