Old Town Villa de Leyva Travel Guide

Villa de Leyva

Plaza Mayor in Villa de Leyva is the largest in Colombia and one of the most impressive in South America, with over 150,000 square feet. Villa de Leyva Villa de Leyva, a municipality of Boyacá that retains traces of its colonial past in its architecture. Villa de Leyva is one of the most beautiful towns in Colombia, famed for its historic importance and splendid square, recognized as a National Monument in 1954.
Plaza Mayor in Villa de Leyva is the largest in Colombia and one of the most impressive in South America, with over 150,000 square feet. Villa de Leyva Villa de Leyva, a municipality of Boyacá that retains traces of its colonial past in its architecture. Villa de Leyva is one of the most beautiful towns in Colombia, famed for its historic importance and splendid square, recognized as a National Monument in 1954.
It’s supposed to be one of the largest “plazas” in Latin America.
The largest plaza in Colombia at 14,000 sqm
Christmas lights create a magical night time scene just off the Plaza Mayor. The little town of Villa de Leyva is perfect for wandering around and exploring.

Popular places to visit

Low wide-angle photo of Villa de Leyva Plaza taken at dusk toward the church

Plaza Major of Villa de Leyva

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Villa de Leyva when you spend time at Plaza Major of Villa de Leyva. Amble around the area's forests or experience its museums.

Plaza Major of Villa de Leyva
The whole house is made of clays! Started building in 1999 and only completed this year

Casa Terracota

5/5(1 review)

You can find out about the history of Villa de Leyva with a visit to Casa Terracota. Amble around the area's forests or experience its museums.

Casa Terracota

Casa Museo Luis Alberto Acuna

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Casa Museo Luis Alberto Acuna in Villa de Leyva. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area.

Casa Museo Luis Alberto Acuna

Antonio Nariño House Museum

4/5(1 review)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Antonio Nariño House Museum in Villa de Leyva. Wander the forests or discover the area's mountain views.

Antonio Nariño House Museum

Casa Museo de Antonio Ricaurte

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Casa Museo de Antonio Ricaurte in Villa de Leyva. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area.

Casa Museo de Antonio Ricaurte

Museo Paleontológico

Learn about the local history of Villa de Leyva with a stop at Museo Paleontológico. Wander the forests or discover the area's mountain views.

Museo Paleontológico

Things to do

From Villa de Leyva La Periquera Hiking Tour

From Villa de Leyva La Periquera Hiking Tour

Rp2.144.000
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From Villa de Leyva La Periquera Hiking Tour
From Villa de Leyva 5 Hour City Tour

From Villa de Leyva 5 Hour City Tour

Rp1.909.500
per adult
From Villa de Leyva 5 Hour City Tour
From Villa de Leyva Vineyard Tour

From Villa de Leyva Vineyard Tour

Rp2.445.500
per adult
From Villa de Leyva Vineyard Tour
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Top hotels in Old Town Villa de Leyva

Hotel La Corada

Hotel La Corada

2.5 out of 5
Calle 13 Villa de Leyva Boyaca
The price is Rp1.351.496 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
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Rp1.351.496 total
23 Jan - 24 Jan
Stay at this spa hotel in Villa de Leyva. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Plaza Major of Villa de Leyva and Casa Museo ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (112 reviews)
Excellent boutique hotel with great location and breakfast! The sauna/steam room was a welcome surprise.

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

Hotel La Corada
Hotel Campanario de la Villa

Hotel Campanario de la Villa

3.5 out of 5
Carrera 11a #12-47 Villa de Leyva Boyacá
The price is Rp1.983.936 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
Rp1.983.936
Rp2.350.237 total
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Villa de Leyva. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (112 reviews)
The rooms were huge and spotless. The hotel is very charming and the breakfast was plentiful. Great stay!

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Hotel Campanario de la Villa
Hotel Casa Alcestre

Hotel Casa Alcestre

3.5 out of 5
Calle 10 No. 13 7 Villa de Leyva Boyaca
The price is Rp2.765.244 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
Rp2.765.244
Rp2.765.244 total
16 Jan - 17 Jan
Stay at this spa hotel in Villa de Leyva. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Carmen Museum and Casa Museo Luis Alberto ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (136 reviews)
No A/C

Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Hotel Casa Alcestre
Hotel Plaza Mayor

Hotel Plaza Mayor

3.5 out of 5
Carrera 10 No 12 31 Villa de Leyva
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Villa de Leyva. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (308 reviews)
Great location Beautiful roof top I want to congratulate my masseuse. She was great and professional

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

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Hotel Plaza Mayor
Fontana Plaza Hotel

Fontana Plaza Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Carrera 9 No. 9-27 Villa de Leyva Boyaca
Stay at this spa hotel in Villa de Leyva. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Antonio Nariño House Museum and Museo Paleontológico ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (72 reviews)
Todo estuvo bien, exepto que la habitación tiene toda una pared con problema de humedad

Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

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Fontana Plaza Hotel
Casa Boutique Villa de Leyva - Adults only

Casa Boutique Villa de Leyva - Adults only

3 out of 5
#7 63 Cl. 13 Villa de Leyva Boyacá
The price is Rp945.290 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
Rp945.290
Rp945.290 total
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Villa de Leyva. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Casa Museo de Antonio Ricaurte and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (141 reviews)
Beautiful and quaint hotel with great service and excellent breakfasts! Just a 2 minute walk from the main square.

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

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