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Barranquilla the city of carnival

Duration: 2h
Languages: English, Spanish
Guru: Tripcol
Quality Verified Registered on June 14, 2023

We are the coolest team in Colombia, a group of journalists, anthropologists, historians and academics. If you are looking for a tour with historical, political, social and cultural context. Our tour is for you. Here you will have a synthesis of what we were, what we are and possibly what we will be.

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  • No minimum number of attendees
    No minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Barranquilla the city of carnival!

Let's start at the Puerta del Banco de la República to explore the history of the founding of the city, then we will delve into the unique architecture of the García Building in Art Deco style.
We will continue to immerse ourselves in urban artistic expression through local graffiti, we will visit the Heritage House to learn about its history and cultural value, and we will learn about the eco-friendly philosophy of Colegio María Auxiliadora, highlighting its focus on environmental preservation.
Next, we will marvel at the Peace Square and the Church of Saint Nicholas, a significant place where Pope John Paul II stayed in 1986.
We will explore the house of the founder of local aviation, Ernesto Cortissoz, we will learn more about William Nox and his contribution to the aeronautical history of Barranquilla.
Later, we will contemplate the majesty of the Amira de la Rosa Theater and finally we will immerse ourselves in the essence of the Barranquilla Carnival at the Casa del Carnaval-Museum.

This tour promises to be an enriching experience to understand the cultural background and fascinating history of Barranquilla.
You can't miss it!

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Parque Santander, Carrera 58 entre Ca...
    Parque Santander, Carrera 58 entre Carrera 54 y Calle 64, Nte. Centro Historico, Barranquilla, Atlántico, Colombia
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    We will be in Santander Park. Contact +573108758064 for any questions.

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Garcia Building
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Amira de la Rosa Theater
  • 3
    Outside visit
    The House of Carnival
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Metropolitan Cathedral Mary Queen and Help of Christians
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Carmen Church
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Fallen Soldier Park

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

11 ratings
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3.67
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3.33
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4.0
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4.0
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3.13
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Frank 17 Mar 2024
Barranquilla

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Travelled in group - Mar 2024
It was really disappointing as I wanted to do the tour, but no one was at the meeting point. They didn’t even cancel the tour
Diego 11 Mar 2024

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Travelled in group - Mar 2024
El Guru se comunicó para cancelar el tour porque no alcanzaba a llegar.
Andrei 09 Mar 2024
Bucharest

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Travelled in group - Mar 2024
We had a nice experience with Carlos. Regards from Romania!
Elliot 12 Feb 2024
Redmond

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Travelled alone - Feb 2024
Guide was 15 minutes late and didn't know where is the exact meeting point, claiming he was waiting the group somewhere else. I was on the English tour, but 2 people from Spain joined and guide was conducting the tour 80% in Spanish (his native language). In the end the guide forced everybody to make much larger than desired payments (some people needed change) claiming that he received much less than he did, creating confusion, and end up saying that I gave only $2 while I gave him $20 and was expecting change. Very unprofessional and seems like a scam. Avoid this "English" tour.
Paola 20 Jan 2024
Rome

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Travelled alone - Jan 2024
He hecho el tour de la manana de hoy de las 9 ya guia llego tarde (puede succeder) pero lo que no puede succeder es que el hablava no espanol si colombiano del caribe. Yo soy italiana y entiendo bastante pero asi no, le pide de hablar con mas despacio y no lo ha hecho, despues 1 ora sin entendir casi nada corte el tour. Tambien los chicos colombianos que etaban el el tour con migo han decho que non enteban todos. Cuando hay gente de otro pais que estan aqui para aparender, hablar como guia como si estas hablando con tu amigos, cambia trabajo amigo!
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Not suitable for pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
There is no minimum number of people required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Only cash payment is accepted.
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