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Walking tour - A journey through the History of Santa Cruz

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Walking tour - A journey through the History of Santa Cruz
4.7  / 59 reviews
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Discover the history of Santa Cruz de la Sierra on a guided city tour. Learn about the city's history from the prehistoric era to the present day.

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Duration 2.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Small group
Limited to 4 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Rosana – Puerto Rico

Paul was Excelent !!!! Gave us excelent historic information and additional tips for restaurants. Very knowledgeable of the ancient and modern hystory of Santa Cruz. Highly recommend.

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Rosana – Puerto Rico
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Damien – Bolivia

Paul our guide was an encyclopedia of information on Santa Cruz from its early inhabitants to the current day. I understand better now Santa Cruz fits into the country of Bolivian.

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Damien – Bolivia

Experience

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    Independencia & Ayacucho

  • Timeline stop icon

    September 24 Square

    Guided tour, Walk (15 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Museo de Historia de la UAGRM

    Guided tour (40 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Catedral Metropolitana Basílica Menor de San Lorenzo de Santa Cruz

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour (20 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Melchor Pinto House Cultural Center

    Visit, Guided tour (30 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    Independencia & Ayacucho

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Discover the history of Santa Cruz de la Sierra on a guided city tour
  • Learn about the city's history from the prehistoric era to the present day
  • Explore the city's historical center and visit the Museum of Santa Cruz Independence
  • See the city's history and an art gallery at the City Museum
  • Visit the Casa Cultural Melchor Pinto Parada and the 20th Century Museum

Full description

Discover the history of Santa Cruz on a guided walking tour. Learn about the city's development, including its civic, historical, and political struggles. Explore the city's old town, starting with the early moments of Santa Cruz at the Museum of History. Meet your guide at the main plaza of the city of Santa Cruz, where your journey through the city's history begins. Explore the old town or historical center, starting with the early moments of Santa Cruz at the Museum of History. Next, visit the Museum of Santa Cruz Independence, a key site for the city. From there, head to the City Museum where you will find the city's history and an art gallery. Finish in the Casa Cultural Melchor Pinto Parada, the 20th-century museum, and maybe answer why Santa Cruz de la Sierra became the most important city of Bolivia.

Includes

  • Guided tour of Santa Cruz's historical center
  • Admission to the Museum of History
  • Admission to the Museum of Santa Cruz Independence
  • Admission to the City Museum
  • Admission to the Casa Cultural Melchor Pinto Parada
  • Tips
  • Meals and beverages
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Personal expenses

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users
  • People with mobility impairments
  • People over 95 years

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Participants

Date

Meeting point

In front of la "casa de la cultura" Raul otero Reiche

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Important information

What to bring

  • Camera
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Comfortable shoes

Not allowed

  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Electric wheelchairs
  • Explosive substances

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes and light clothing
  • Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun
  • Carry a water bottle to stay hydrated
  • Photography is allowed, but flash photography is not permitted inside museums

Customer reviews

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4.7 /5

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Rosana – Puerto Rico28 August 2024  – Verified booking
Paul was Excelent !!!! Gave us excelent historic information and additional tips for restaurants. Very knowledgeable of the ancient and modern hystory of Santa Cruz. Highly recommend.
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Damien – Bolivia6 September 2024  – Verified booking
Paul our guide was an encyclopedia of information on Santa Cruz from its early inhabitants to the current day. I understand better now Santa Cruz fits into the country of Bolivian.
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Romane – United States1 October 2024  – Verified booking
Great tour and very informative! We learned so much more than we anticipated and loved it. Paul was a great tour guide.
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Product ID: 774032

Activity provider:Vaca Tours

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