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Join us on this 6-hour tour around the home of one of the best carnivals in Latin America: Barranquilla. You will be led by a local expert tour guide who will show you the best of the city. Visit places of great cultural importance for the country such as Barrio Abajo, the Carnaval Museum, the River Avenue boardwalk, and the famous La Ventana al Mundo monument. Besides, you will have a glimpse of Caribbean cuisine with some local hand-made snacks.
Let our guide show you a part of Colombia’s history and diversity by getting to know its most important spots, joyful traditions, and broadening your ideas of the country.
• Historical interesting facts about Barranquilla
• A visit along the main spots of the historical center
• Local experiences of traditional food tasting
• A tour around the Carnaval Museum
• A walk along River Avenue Boardwalk
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We pick up our clients anywhere within Barranquilla city - hotels, hostels, accommodations, vacation rentals, points of interest, and also at Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport.
Itinerary
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1Barranquilla
Your experience begins with your guide picking you up at your hotel and taking you to your first stop. Along the way, you will get a first introduction to Barranquilla and learn how the city has transformed over the years into one of Colombia’s most dynamic urban centers.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Monumento Ventana Al Mundo (Pass by)
Arrive at one of Barranquilla’s most recognizable landmarks. La Ventana al Mundo has become a symbol of the city’s modern growth and openness to the world. Enjoy time for photos while learning about its meaning and the changes the city has experienced in recent years.
Admission ticket free -
2Museo del Carnaval de Barranquilla
Continue to the Carnival Museum, where you will discover the history, traditions, costumes, masks, and cultural importance of Barranquilla’s most iconic celebration. Learn how the Carnival became one of the most important festivals in Latin America and a source of pride for the city.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
3Paseo Bolivar
Walk through one of Barranquilla’s most traditional neighborhoods and discover colorful murals and urban art that reflect the city’s diversity and identity. Barrio Abajo is considered one of the cultural hearts of Barranquilla and showcases the connection between local life, creativity, and Carnival traditions.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4Gran Malecon
Finish the experience at the Gran Malecón, one of Barranquilla’s most important urban renewal projects. Walk along the Magdalena River while enjoying views, public spaces, and learning about the city’s relationship with the river and its recent transformation. After exploring Barranquilla’s culture, traditions, and modern development, your guide and driver will take you back to your hotel.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Be aware this tour is walking
- If you have a layover in Barranquilla, please select the airport as a pick-up point for the layover tour
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Be aware this tour is walking
- If you have a layover in Barranquilla, please select the airport as a pick-up point for the layover tour
- Don’t forget your camera
- Bring comfortable shoes and water
- Keep hydrating constantly and use sunscreen
- Carnaval Museum is closed on Mondays however, our guide will give you options for another museum according to your interests.
- The Tour Guide will contact you the day before in case you have any questions or assist you with any requirements
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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