Things to do in Barranquilla

Activities, attractions and tours

Barranquilla Attractions

You'll soon discover why travelers fall in love with Barranquilla. Regardless of your interests or age, there are loads of sights and experiences to delve into. Secure your flights, get those bags packed and get ready to discover this vibrant city.

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Top things to do in Barranquilla

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Private shuttle service from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta

$135
Per adult
Private shuttle service from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta
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Private shuttle service from Barranquilla Airport to Tayrona Park area

$171
Per adult
Private shuttle service from Barranquilla Airport to Tayrona Park area
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Private transportation service from Barranquilla to Tayrona Park

$171
Per adult
Private transportation service from Barranquilla to Tayrona Park
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Private transportation service from Barranquilla to Santa Marta

$135
Per adult
Private transportation service from Barranquilla to Santa Marta
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On The Footprints Of Gabriel Garcia Marquez

$217
Per adult
On The Footprints Of Gabriel Garcia Marquez
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What to do in Barranquilla

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Vacationing in Barranquilla on a budget? The following can be seen for nada.

Museo Romantico - Approach the staff or curator and learn all about the special collections housed at this museum.

University of Atlantico - Tour this modern local landmark and marvel at its impressive design.

Antiguo Edificio de la Aduana - Amble around this historic attraction and learn a couple of secrets from times past.

Asuncion Clinic - Stop here for a while and find out the importance of this place to the locals.

Barranquilla Cathedral - Incorporate a bit of spirituality into your trip by dropping by this sacred site.

Venezuela Park - Arrange a picnic date and enjoy a walk around the gorgeous plant life.

Things to Do in Barranquilla with Kids

There's fun for the whole family wherever you go in Barranquilla. Here are a few family friendly experiences you can do together that promise to make your trip a blast:

 

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Popular places to visit in Barranquilla

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Venezuela Park

Explore the great outdoors at Venezuela Park, a lovely green space in Barranquilla. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Venezuela Park

Areas of Barranquilla

Castillo de Salgar. An strategic place where was controlled the arrival of ships and goods from abroad through the Caribbean Sea. Currently works as a restaurant and venue.

Puerto Colombia

You'll enjoy the monuments and parks in Puerto Colombia. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Del Cisne Lookout Park or Castle of San Antonio de Salgar.

Puerto Colombia
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Sur Occidente

Travelers enjoy Sur Occidente for its bars and shopping. Consider checking out Americano Mall while you're in the area.

Sur Occidente
Alto Prado, Barranquilla, Atlantico, Colombia

Alto Prado

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Visitors highly recommend Alto Prado for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Centro Comercial Villa Country while you're in town.

Alto Prado
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Day trip destinations from Barranquilla

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Puerto Colombia

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Sur Occidente