What to do in Barranquilla

Activities, attractions and tours

Barranquilla Attractions

Do you appreciate delicious food or shopping? Or perhaps you prefer to make your way around a new place like a genuine local. While vacationing in Barranquilla, it doesn't matter what your interests are — this enthralling metropolis has all the experiences and attractions you could ever hope for.

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What to do in Barranquilla

Free Things to Do in Barranquilla

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

You'll find plenty of fun activities to do with your kids in and near Barranquilla. Keep the crew entertained with our family friendly experiences.

 

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Barranquilla on a sunny day?
A Banana Experience from Santa Marta and a HOT SPRINGS AND RELAXING MASSAGES!!! are fun-filled outdoor activities that’ll tempt you out of your hotel.
Are there cheap things to do in Barranquilla?
Have a little fun with a Tour with Stops to Malecón del Río from Cartagena and put the dollars you save toward more amazing experiences.
What can you do in Barranquilla for free?
Your vacation in Barranquilla doesn’t have to cost a fortune with free attractions like these to keep you busy:

  • Buenavista Commercial Center
  • Venezuela Park
  • University of Atlantico
  • Centro Comercial Villa Country

Popular places to visit

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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
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Buenavista Commercial Center

During your trip to Barranquilla, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Buenavista Commercial Center. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Buenavista Commercial Center
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Roberto Melendez Metropolitan Stadium

Catch an event at Roberto Melendez Metropolitan Stadium during your trip to Barranquilla. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Roberto Melendez Metropolitan Stadium
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Clinic Portoazul

If Clinic Portoazul is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Puerto Colombia. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Clinic Portoazul
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Barranquilla Zoo

Visit the native and exotic animals who call Barranquilla Zoo home during your trip to Barranquilla. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Barranquilla Zoo
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Romelio Martinez Stadium

Catch an event at Romelio Martinez Stadium during your trip to Barranquilla. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Romelio Martinez Stadium
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Villa Country Shopping Centre

During your trip to Barranquilla, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Villa Country Shopping Centre. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Villa Country Shopping Centre
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Viva Barranquilla Shopping Center

During your visit to Barranquilla, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Viva Barranquilla Shopping Center. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Viva Barranquilla Shopping Center
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Carnival Museum

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Carnival Museum in Barranquilla. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Carnival Museum

Explore areas of Barranquilla

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Metropolitana

4.5/5Wonderful!(306 area reviews)

Metropolitana is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by MetroCentro and Roberto Melendez Metropolitan Stadium while in the area.

Metropolitana
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Riomar

4.5/5Wonderful!(126 area reviews)

Travelers come to Riomar for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Buenavista Commercial Center and Viva Barranquilla Shopping Center while you're in town.

Riomar
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Alto Prado

4.5/5Wonderful!(11 area reviews)

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

Alto Prado
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El Prado

El Prado is well-liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Romelio Martinez Stadium and Villa Country Shopping Centre.

El Prado
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Sur Oriente

You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Sur Oriente. You might want to make time for a stop at Parque del Sol or Barranquilla Botanical Garden.

Sur Oriente
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Centro Historico

1.5/5(3 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Centro Historico. You might want to make time for a stop at San Nicolas de Tolentino Church or Cultural Park of the Caribbean.

Centro Historico
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