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Free tour

Barranquilla the city of carnival

2.82
Acceptable (11 ratings)
Duration: 2 hours
Languages: English and Spanish
Guru: Tripcol
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Registered on 14 June 2023
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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.
Free booking and cancellation
Pay-what-you-wish 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!


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Parque Santander, Carrera 58 entre Carrera 54 y Calle 64, Nte. Centro Historico, Barranquilla, Atlántico, Colombia
We will be in Santander Park. Contact +573108758064 for any questions.
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Outside visit
Garcia Building
2
Outside visit
Amira de la Rosa Theater
3
Outside visit
The House of Carnival
Tour map

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours don't have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour Reviews

2.82
Acceptable (11 ratings)
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By category
Professionalism
3.86
Fun
3.43
Expression
3.86
Quality
3.86
Route
2.86

Who is this tour for?

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

What should I know?

Minimum Attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional Costs
The tour does not require payment for tickets or additional expenses.
Free Cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment Methods
Cash payment only.
Cancellation risk
This guru has cancelled 5 of the last 25 bookings for this tour.

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