Zipaquira Salt Cathedral (Catedral de Sal)

For your safety and comfort, private transportation is the best option to go to the town of Zipaquira. Driver Guide in Spanish, audio guides available in different languages ​​when entering the mine. (TICKETS TO THE MINE NOT INCLUDED) You can buy them when you arrive in Zipaquira with a credit card or Colombian pesos. no queues. Colombia's first tourist marvel one hour from Bogotá, Great Work of mining engineering and religious art, sculpted in salt rock inside the mine. The Cathedral and many of the sculptures that are there are completely in salt. It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes, an easily accessible place, excursion for the whole family, it is a smooth walk of 1 kilometer inside the mine, visit time one hour and thirty minutes. Visit main square of Zipaquirá republican architecture 1800. Great place to take photos and lunch typical Colombian food.

A salt temple which is also a bridge for our roots and history. That’s what you’ll find when visiting the popular Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá. Come with us to this day trip. Leave Bogotá city and wander around this Colombian architectural wonder, which is the only underground Catholic church in the world. Learn about the salt production process and its significance. Afterward, stop in the town of Zipaquirá where you can enjoy lunch (included if chosen) and walk around its main square. • A full day trip away from the city rush • A guided tour around the main halls at the salt mine • Historical landmarks of the construction of the holy place and its religious symbolism • A brief lesson on Colombian ancestral history of the Zipa empire

A staff member from the company will meet you at the hotel, either in the morning or the afternoon, to take you on a tour through La Sabana de Bogota to the town of Zipaquira, which name means 'city of our Father' in the language of the Chibcha. Back in pre-Columbian times, salt around the area was the most important commodity and the ‘salt cakes’ were the only currency for trading. Over time, technology improved and the muiscas began to extract larger amounts of salt. As a result, an underground salt deposit was formed and it is where the Salt Cathedral was built, 180 meters below the surface. Inside, there is a chapel, “capilla de los mineros” built as a tribute to the Virgin “Our Lady of the Rosary of Guasá” (Guasá means 'mine' in Chibcha). At the end, return to Bogotá

Travel with confidence and peace of mind, with Tours, you will have the opportunity to spend an unforgettable experience 180 meters deep, a tour of approximately 1 hour outside the city, where you will see the old salt mine, converted into a salt cathedral, symbols, creations of man and beautiful works of nature you can see. During the tour you will have the space and places to have lunch and make reminder purchases if you wish… If you are looking for a gastronomic experience, traditional dishes from each region of Colombia and spectacular themes, on the way back you can make a stop at Andres Carne de Res (Additional surcharge). Finally, the return will be made to your Bogotá hotel or Airbnb where you are staying.

Personalized tour, with welcoming tour conductor guides. Our guides enter and guide you inside the mine in order to not to miss the most important places inside the mine.

During your trip to Bogotá Colombia, you will enjoy with us the first wonder of our country, the Salt Cathedral 180 meters underground. Also at very affordable prices for our customers and with availability every day.

You will be able to enjoy one of the most wonderful places in Colombia. Meet new friends as we integrate the tour with different tourists from around the world. We pick you up and drop you off at your hotel, offering greater security during your trip.

Take a guided visit to one of the few temples built underground at the Zipaquira Salt Cathedral, enter as deep as 180 meters to discover the largest salt rock deposit on earth. This fascinating 6 hours tour will show you the salt production process that took place since the prehispanic times, plus it will take ou around cozy Zipaquira village in order to interact with locals and why not make a stop at the local souvenir shop at the end.

Experience the ultimate Zipaquirá adventure with our expertly crafted tour! Begin your journey at the breathtaking Salt Cathedral, an underground marvel carved from a historic salt mine, showcasing stunning artistry and a spiritual ambiance. Explore the vibrant Plaza de la Independencia, Zipaquirá’s bustling town square, surrounded by colorful colonial buildings and lively local shops. Unwind in the serene Parque de los Comuneros, a picturesque park with lush greenery and peaceful pathways. Optionally, enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, savoring authentic Colombian cuisine. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and relaxation, ensuring a memorable day trip from Bogotá. Book now and create lasting memories!

You will get to know 2 fabulous places, one symbol of the legend of El Dorado and the other the first wonder of Colombia in our ALL INCLUSIVE tour. From your place of lodging you will be transferred to the magical Laguna de Guatavita located in Sesquilé. Where accompanied by the native guide, you will walk learning about its history and importance to get to the viewpoint where you will contemplate the lagoon and exotic landscapes. Then you will be transferred to Zipaquirá, a municipality declared historical and cultural heritage for its architecture and for keeping the history of our ancestors, where you will enjoy a typical lunch and contemplate its colonial beauty touring its historic center. In the Cathedral of Sal you will live a unique experience, descending 180 meters underground through tunnels with stops representing Stations of the Cross you will reach the only underground temple in the world and the second most impressive place on the planet. Note: The lagoon does NOT open on Mondays. (Or Tuesday if Monday is a holiday).

The Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá is declared the First Wonder of Colombia and is considered one of the most remarkable architectural and artistic achievements in Colombia. There you will find a monumental work born from the faith of the miners of that region, whose tour surprises at every step. Enjoy an interesting colonial tour, visiting the main squares of Zipaquira and learning about its architecture and history.

At Zipaquirá, 50 kilometers coming out from the north side of Bogotá, is the largest salt mine in Colombia. Although the mines date back to the time of the Muiscas, primitive inhabitants of the region, it has been intensively exploited, and they continue to have enormous reserves. In the heart of the mountain, an underground salt cathedral was dug, constituting a monumental work of engineering, architecture, and design. With a capacity of 10,000 people, it is the most visited tourist attraction in Colombia.

Between 4 and 5 hours. Applies from 2 passengers. Starting from the hotel accommodation, it is panoramic in the north of the city. Take the Pan-American Highway through the Moroccan Castle, El Puente del Común and the colonial towns of Chía and Cajicá. Visit the underground Cathedral of Sal, built inside the mountain by miners in honor of the Virgin of Guasá, 160 Mts. deep and with an area of 8,500 m2, also called the first wonder of Colombia. Stop at handicraft sales and return to the hotel. It is recommended to take it on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Sunday. Includes: transportation, guide, entrance to the Salt Cathedral, hydration and medical assistance card. From 10 people, it is offered in private service. Passengers are picked up at the hotel between 1:30 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. The private tour includes typical lunch at the Brasas del Llano restaurant and lasts 6 hours

Enjoy 2 wonders underground; the first, a mystical and amazing place, the Mina de Sal de Nemocón and the only underground cathedral in the world, the first wonder of Colombia, the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá. Starting from your place of lodging you will be transferred to Nemocón where 80 meters underground you will find the second largest salt mine in Colombia with more than 500 years of history to know the process of salt production used since pre-Hispanic times and enjoy 1,600 meters amazing tunnels and cameras, with spectacular attractions such as the salt waterfall, the well of desires and the brine mirrors, among others. Then you will be transferred to Zipaquirá, a municipality declared a historical and cultural heritage where you will enjoy a typical lunch of the region and descend 180 meters underground through tunnels with stops representing the Stations of the Cross, you will reach the second most impressive place on the planet, the Salt Cathedral

Visit the municipality of Boyaca the most relevant of history where the charming town of Villa de Leyva is located, enjoy its colonial architecture, the varied rural landscapes there. Visit the magical chocolate museum and taste a delicious cup of Colombian chocolate, then visit the small and colorful town of Raquira and taste a typical lunch of the region or vegetarian. Then visit the salt cathedral of Zipaquira, explore the beautifully illuminated cavern, where you will be told the history of this subway construction.

Visit two of the historical landmarks in Colombia: the Tourist Train and the Salt Cathedral, take a ride through the savannah, travel back in time and then visit the heart of the mountain where awaits the only underground church in the world, located in what constitutes a monumental work of engineering, architecture, and design.

With being and tours, more than a trip, it is an experience to remember. We transform your trip into an oasis of health and balance, we focus on your well-being and your lifestyle, as well as creating new experiences in Colombia. You should take the tour with us because of the unmatched dedication to offering authentic and memorable experiences. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in every aspect of our services, we guarantee enriching adventures that go beyond the conventional. In addition, we have sustainable and environmentally friendly practices, finally, we manage appropriate prices, we seek the best comfort and rest for our tourists and we make the trip something unique, with our expert guides and drivers.

Meet one of the wonders that the country has, located an hour from Bogota you will find the Municipality of Zipaquira and there you will find an incomparable work of architecture and engineering, an old mine transformed into an impressive cathedral, 180 meters underground where you will visit different stations of the Stations of the Cross carved in salt stones, you will also find a show of lights and sounds in 3D. INCLUDES: Guide (bilingual English-Spanish), Private transportation, Medical assistance, Hydration, Salt Cathedral entrance fee. DURATION: 6 hours

We will observe one of the great constructions made in Zipaquira. The Cathedral of Sal keeps with it a lot of history that we will discover when entering this wonderful Church.

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