Carnival Museum and Barrio Abajo Walking Tour

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Barranquilla is much more than Colombia’s Carnival capital. In recent years, the city has undergone an important transformation, becoming a place where culture, art, and urban development coexist. Through this walking experience, you will discover how Barranquilla proudly preserves its traditions while continuously reinventing itself.

Explore the vibrant streets of Barrio Abajo, one of the city’s most traditional neighborhoods, where murals and graffiti tell stories about local identity, music, and cultural diversity. Visit the Carnival Museum and immerse yourself in the history and traditions behind Barranquilla’s most iconic celebration.

What's Included

Tour guide
Walking tour through Barrio Abajo
Entrance ticket to the Carnival Museum
All risk insurance
Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Carnival Museum

Find us in front of the museum. Just look for the yellow umbrella!

End point

It´s 15 minutes walkign form the museum

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Museo del Carnaval de Barranquilla

    Meet your guide at 3:00 pm in front of the Carnival Museum. You will receive a brief introduction to the tour and an overview of Barranquilla’s transformation and cultural significance. Step inside the Carnival Museum and discover the traditions, costumes, music, and iconic characters that make Barranquilla’s Carnival one of the most important celebrations in Latin America. Learn about the history and cultural importance of this festival and how it became part of the city’s identity.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Barranquilla

    Continue through Barrio Abajo, one of Barranquilla’s most traditional neighborhoods and a symbol of local culture. Walk through streets full of vibrant murals and graffiti that represent the city’s diversity, traditions, music, and Carnival spirit. Finish the tour with a broader understanding of Barranquilla’s evolution, culture, and artistic identity while enjoying the atmosphere of one of the city’s most colorful areas.

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Gran Colombia Tours

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Art Tours
Walking Tours
Small Group
Carnival
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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