A highlight on most free tours in Bogota is the not-to-be missed colonial, colorful buildings of La Candelaria, the oldest district in the city. Walking along the charming cobbled streets, you will get the chance to see the renowned Colon Theater, the 17th-century San Francisco Church, and many popular museums, including the Botero Museum. Next to here is the Gold Museum which houses over 30,000 pieces of gold. The museum focuses on the deeply symbolic and spiritual value that gold has for pre-Hispanic cultures in Colombia. It’s a fascinating museum and a must-see for all visitors. Then stop off at the Plaza Bolivar, home to Bogota’s governmental institutions. This square has witnessed some of Colombia’s most turbulent moments, from its fight for independence to Pablo Escobar’s infamous siege of the Palace of Justice. Bogota also boasts a surprising number of green spaces, such as the Simon Bolivar Central Park.