From Cartagena. Discover Barranquilla: The city of carnival and joy

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Explore Barranquilla, a city brimming with history, culture, and Caribbean energy, renowned worldwide for its Carnival and cheerful spirit.

Highlights

  • Explore Barranquilla, from the Salgar Castle to the Rio esplanade.
  • You'll enjoy the warmth of the Carnival atmosphere and a typical lunch.
  • You'll visit the Carnival Museum and check out the monument to Shakira.

Description

Discover Barranquilla, the City of Carnival, on a tour full of color, history, and Caribbean flavor. We'll start by picking you up from your hotel in an air-conditioned bus for your comfort. We'll visit the famous Castillo de Salgar, with its panoramic view of the Caribbean Sea, and we'll stop at Loma de Arena, where you can enjoy a typical snack. We'll continue to the Monument of Dreams and the Malecón del Río, where the wind and breeze mingle with the joy of Barranquilla. You'll enjoy a typical lunch at a carnival restaurant, full of local atmosphere and cheerful music. During the tour, we'll also stop at the Sombrero Vueltiao, the Ventana de Mundo, the Aleta del Tiburón, the Letras de Barranquilla, and Muelle 1888, all perfect for your best photos. We'll finish with a visit to the Carnival Museum, where you'll get to experience the essence of this great festival, declared a Cultural Heritage of Humanity. A full day of tradition, history, and joy, perfect for connecting with the true spirit of the Colombian Caribbean. NOTE: This activity is subject to availability. You need to book at least 24 hours in advance.

Includes

We'll pick you up and drop you off at your hotel in an air-conditioned bus Your local expert tour guide Typical snack at Loma de Arena Get into Salgar Castle and the Carnival Museum Typical lunch at a restaurant with a carnival atmosphere Photo stops at: Sombrero Vueltiao Window to the World Monument of Dreams Malecón del Río Shark Fin Barranquilla's lyrics Muelle 1888 Hydration during the tour Insurance for assistance during the activity

Important Information

  • We'll pick you up from hotels in the following areas. Bocagrande, Laguito, Castillo, and Marbella. If you're in the historic center, Getsemaní. You'll be assigned a meeting point, which in this case is at the CLOCK TOWER. NOTE: This activity is subject to availability. You need to book at least 24 hours in advance.

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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