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Food scene
If you’re looking for a place to buy something that ranges from a drink to a car, or to watch a movie and grab a bite to eat, or have a nice dinner, this is the right place. This mall has something to offer to everyone. Don’t miss it.
It is a commercial center with most of the important stores in the world and restaurants that offer good service of different kind of food: Colombian or other countries.
Great shops, food court type restaurants and also nice restaurants. You can also find a Casino in this shopping mall
121 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Viva Barranquilla
87-50 Cra 51BGreat shops, food court type restaurants and also nice restaurants. You can also find a Casino in this shopping mall
This beach location is close by to Kilymandiario, it’s a great place to enjoy afternoon with friends and family.
20 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pradomar
This beach location is close by to Kilymandiario, it’s a great place to enjoy afternoon with friends and family.
Brand new place located next to the river with 25 different restaurants owned by immigrants from various nationalities.
It is best to go later in the afternoon as one walks along the Malecon.
17 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Caimán del Río
Avenida del RioBrand new place located next to the river with 25 different restaurants owned by immigrants from various nationalities.
It is best to go later in the afternoon as one walks along the Malecon.
Raghbe
#51c-2 Cl. 90Delicious authentic Lebanese food with a live show every Saturday night.
Pollos Arana Gourmet is a Lebanese restaurant known particularly for their chicken, a staple food of Barranquilla.
Arana Gourmet
47-151 Cl. 93Pollos Arana Gourmet is a Lebanese restaurant known particularly for their chicken, a staple food of Barranquilla.
Salvator’s Pizza & Pasta
Indulge in a very tasty pizza.
Narcobollo Barranquilla
84-188 Cra. 43Upscale dinning option for steak lovers.
15 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Porthos Steakhouse and Pub
85-61 Cra. 53Upscale dinning option for steak lovers.
Authentic food by the river.
7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Restaurante ＆ Pescadería el Proveedor
89-20 Cl. 106Authentic food by the river.
Excellent choice for a nice brunch.
7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Le Panier - Panadería Artesanal
85-97 Cra. 53Excellent choice for a nice brunch.
Dann Carlton Hotel Barranquilla
52B-10 Cl. 98Enjoy a great view and delicious food in its revolving restaurant.
Barranquilla's weather provides the best excuse to indulge in "La Gelateria". Undoubtedly, the best gelato in Barranquilla. May also be found on the first floor of Buena Vista II shopping mall.
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
La Gelateria
82-38 Cra 51BBarranquilla's weather provides the best excuse to indulge in "La Gelateria". Undoubtedly, the best gelato in Barranquilla. May also be found on the first floor of Buena Vista II shopping mall.
Restaurante Taganga Sede Norte
A taste of traditional local food at a great price.
The best Peruvian influenced Cuisine in Barranquilla. Recommended dishes: Parrillada de Mariscos, Arroz Mancora, Ceviche Chifa.
MANCORA
50-10 Calle 84The best Peruvian influenced Cuisine in Barranquilla. Recommended dishes: Parrillada de Mariscos, Arroz Mancora, Ceviche Chifa.
Live music, great atmosphere, delicious food. Rated as one of the best restaurants in Barranquilla.
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Mistura Restaurante Bar
##76-126 Cra. 52Live music, great atmosphere, delicious food. Rated as one of the best restaurants in Barranquilla.
Teriyaki Komodo
79-128 Carrera 53Great Sushi at a very affordable price.
Juan Valdez Café CC Viva Piso 3
#90 Cra 51BThe best Colombian Coffee and Coffee made products.
Buffalo Grill House
# 87-50 Cra 51BOne bite says it all...
Juan Valdez Café is a multinational coffeehouse chain based in Colombia that specializes in coffee retail. Its purpose is to become a member of the worldwide coffee restaurant business, and promote Colombian coffee. The Best Coffee of The World!!!
Juan Valdez Café Distrito 90
90-17 Cra. 46Juan Valdez Café is a multinational coffeehouse chain based in Colombia that specializes in coffee retail. Its purpose is to become a member of the worldwide coffee restaurant business, and promote Colombian coffee. The Best Coffee of The World!!!
Modern restaurant serving sushi, cocktails, sharing plates and other Japanese foods.
25 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Noa Sushi & Robata
76 - 208 Cra. 52Modern restaurant serving sushi, cocktails, sharing plates and other Japanese foods.
Varadero
# 79 - 97 Cra 51BFish and shellfish restaurant.
Traditional Italian restaurant Gourmet.
22 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
La Piazzeta de Flavia ＆ Michel
84131 Cra. 64bTraditional Italian restaurant Gourmet.
Miura Steak House
#76-188 Cra. 52Steak house restaurant.
Steak House Chez Ernest
70 - 69 Cra. 54Steack House.
M Cocina Árabe
98-65 Cra. 56Arabian Coucine.
The Fit Bar Cafē
Great coffee and pizzas.
Dulcerna is a traditional place in Barranquilla, known for its pastries and coffee.
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Dulcerna Bakery Shop
59-34 Cl. 84Dulcerna is a traditional place in Barranquilla, known for its pastries and coffee.
Sightseeing
Wonderfully well rebuilt in its original Republican architectural style! The lamps hanging from the wooden ceilings keep the style. There are big two libraries for adults and children, and the Hans Federico Neuman Musical Documentation Centre. Art and handicrafts exhibitions can be seen in the front yard.
Beautiful colonial building with a gorgeous view of the Atlantic. The location is also suitable for private meetings and access is easy. The history of the place takes you back in time.
This Malecon is a new project to recover Barranquilla by facing to the Rio Magdalena. A place for anyone, of all ages, to hang out. Saturday evening concert with the sinfónica de Barranquilla performing music from the Colombian northern coast. It's a "must see" amazing performance!! Nicely organized, thought out set of spaces for all ages.
17 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Caimán del Río
Avenida del RioThis Malecon is a new project to recover Barranquilla by facing to the Rio Magdalena. A place for anyone, of all ages, to hang out. Saturday evening concert with the sinfónica de Barranquilla performing music from the Colombian northern coast. It's a "must see" amazing performance!! Nicely organized, thought out set of spaces for all ages.
This beautifully restored historic castle is often the chosen location for wedding receptions and video clips for famous singers. It has an excellent restaurant where you can choose to dine al fresco in the cobbled courtyard under a parasol or in a comfortable air conditioned dining room. There is also a first class bar serving both national and international beverages. The castle is set on a high cliff overlooking the Caribbean sea and is a very romantic spot often frequented by couples who come to enjoy the beautiful sunsets and the fine wining and dining.
82 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Castillo Salgar
1316 Cl. 9This beautifully restored historic castle is often the chosen location for wedding receptions and video clips for famous singers. It has an excellent restaurant where you can choose to dine al fresco in the cobbled courtyard under a parasol or in a comfortable air conditioned dining room. There is also a first class bar serving both national and international beverages. The castle is set on a high cliff overlooking the Caribbean sea and is a very romantic spot often frequented by couples who come to enjoy the beautiful sunsets and the fine wining and dining.
A place to learn or practice windsurf and other water sports or spend the afternoon at the beach.
26 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Puerto Velero
Vía Puerto VeleroA place to learn or practice windsurf and other water sports or spend the afternoon at the beach.
Perfect place to walk by the Magdalena river and having a natural reserve in the background which is ideal for bird watching.
76 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Malecón Golden Gate
Avenida del RioPerfect place to walk by the Magdalena river and having a natural reserve in the background which is ideal for bird watching.
In 2008, Barranquilla’s Carnival was declared by UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity (originally proclaimed in 2003)
71 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
La Casa del Carnaval
49B-39 Cra. 54In 2008, Barranquilla’s Carnival was declared by UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity (originally proclaimed in 2003)
You will always find a great event or exposition taking place in the museum. The restaurant is a great choice to grab a bite.
80 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Museo del Caribe
46 - 66 Cl. 36You will always find a great event or exposition taking place in the museum. The restaurant is a great choice to grab a bite.
To learn and appreciate Barranquilla's past and cultural legacy.
7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Museo Mapuka
To learn and appreciate Barranquilla's past and cultural legacy.
Award winning restoration with a lovely interior and museum.
11 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Aduana Nacional
50 - 69 Cl. 39Award winning restoration with a lovely interior and museum.
A trip to the past, great place with amazing architectural features.
11 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Intendencia Fluvial Barranquilla
Avenida del RioA trip to the past, great place with amazing architectural features.
The pier and the Plaza del Inmigrante become an important tourist attraction for travelers and locals.
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Muelle de Puerto Colombia
1 Carrera 4 1The pier and the Plaza del Inmigrante become an important tourist attraction for travelers and locals.
Neighborhoods
Puerto Colombia is a coastal town and municipality in Atlántico Department, Colombia founded in the mid 1800s. Famous for its "Pier of Puerto Colombia", that at one time was the largest Pier in the world.
The town enjoyed a glorious post-colonial period as the main port on the Caribbean coast of Colombia, where most European immigrants entered the country. In the second half of the 20th century, Puerto Colombia faced a rapid decline, eclipsed by Barranquilla, the capital of Atlántico.
39 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Puerto Colombia
Puerto Colombia is a coastal town and municipality in Atlántico Department, Colombia founded in the mid 1800s. Famous for its "Pier of Puerto Colombia", that at one time was the largest Pier in the world.
The town enjoyed a glorious post-colonial period as the main port on the Caribbean coast of Colombia, where most European immigrants entered the country. In the second half of the 20th century, Puerto Colombia faced a rapid decline, eclipsed by Barranquilla, the capital of Atlántico.
Point of interest
Find attached the 2022 schedule of activities for "El Carnaval De Barranquilla" - Don't Miss It!!! Quien Lo Vive Es Quien Lo Goza!!!
71 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
La Casa del Carnaval
49B-39 Cra. 54Find attached the 2022 schedule of activities for "El Carnaval De Barranquilla" - Don't Miss It!!! Quien Lo Vive Es Quien Lo Goza!!!
At 48 meters high the monument La Ventana al Mundo - or The Window to the world - in Barranquilla, Colombia. The monument, sited on a roundabout on Avenida Circunvalar, near the city's industrial area, uses a huge steel and aluminium frame to support more than 2,000 m2 (21,500 ft2) of colored laminated safety glass.
58 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Monumento Ventana al Mundo
Calle 110At 48 meters high the monument La Ventana al Mundo - or The Window to the world - in Barranquilla, Colombia. The monument, sited on a roundabout on Avenida Circunvalar, near the city's industrial area, uses a huge steel and aluminium frame to support more than 2,000 m2 (21,500 ft2) of colored laminated safety glass.
Desembocadura Bocas De Ceniza Barranquilla, Atlantico
The meeting between the waters of the Magdalena River and the Caribbean Sea can be seen in Bocas de Ceniza, the main mouth of the most important fluvial artery in Colombia. An engineering work was built on this site with breakwaters that narrow the mouths of the river so that the strength and speed of the current move the sediments and allow navigation.
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Desembocadura Bocas De Ceniza Barranquilla, Atlantico
The meeting between the waters of the Magdalena River and the Caribbean Sea can be seen in Bocas de Ceniza, the main mouth of the most important fluvial artery in Colombia. An engineering work was built on this site with breakwaters that narrow the mouths of the river so that the strength and speed of the current move the sediments and allow navigation.
Oficina de Berlinastur Calle 93
46-136 Cl. 93Microbus station to near cities: Cartagena and Santa Marta.
Hang Out
This park runs along 99 street for half a mile (800 m) and offers an opportunity to jog, take a stroll or a ride on its bike trail.
Parque de la Castellana
This park runs along 99 street for half a mile (800 m) and offers an opportunity to jog, take a stroll or a ride on its bike trail.
A place to learn or practice windsurf and other water sports.
16 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Marina Puerto Velero
A place to learn or practice windsurf and other water sports.
Amazing views in a place traditionally selected for weddings and special events. Its bar and restaurant is open Fridays and Saturdays, free admission.
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Salgar
Amazing views in a place traditionally selected for weddings and special events. Its bar and restaurant is open Fridays and Saturdays, free admission.
Great place to find anything you want. It is a shopping complex with 3 separate structures.
186 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Buenavista Mall
52-115 Cl. 98Great place to find anything you want. It is a shopping complex with 3 separate structures.
Coco Beach
5069 Cl. 107Best rooftop bar in town.
Ideal destination to take a stroll in the morning or afternoon. Ceiba pentandra trees provide a nice shade and backdrop for the skaters, volleyball and basketball players who gather daily in the park. These majestic trees can reach up to 200 feet in height, sometimes growing as much as 13 feet per year.
17 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Venezuela
87-30 Cra. 43bIdeal destination to take a stroll in the morning or afternoon. Ceiba pentandra trees provide a nice shade and backdrop for the skaters, volleyball and basketball players who gather daily in the park. These majestic trees can reach up to 200 feet in height, sometimes growing as much as 13 feet per year.
It is always worth to check the cultural events taking place in this theater.
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Teatro Universitario José Consuegra Higgins
54-59 Cl. 58It is always worth to check the cultural events taking place in this theater.
Spend the day using their "Pasa día" which includes food and access to their swimming pool for the entire day.
Hotel Movich Buró 51
51B - 43 Cl. 94Spend the day using their "Pasa día" which includes food and access to their swimming pool for the entire day.
This park offers tennis courts, skate rinks, playground and many more attractions. Relax surrounded by native species of trees including Tabebuia Rosea which flowers mainly in January and February.
Parque Bosques del Norte
This park offers tennis courts, skate rinks, playground and many more attractions. Relax surrounded by native species of trees including Tabebuia Rosea which flowers mainly in January and February.
A century old landmark which also offers a day-pass to enjoy an amazing menu by the pool.
15 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Hotel El Prado
#70-10 Cra. 54A century old landmark which also offers a day-pass to enjoy an amazing menu by the pool.
A great place to lay back and enjoy great food, reasonably priced with an ocean view.
21 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Hotel Pradomar
#22-61 Cl. 2A great place to lay back and enjoy great food, reasonably priced with an ocean view.
A great place to find everything. You can even enjoy a free Zumba session on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 7:00 pm or Sundays at 9:00 am.
121 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Viva Barranquilla
87-50 Cra 51BA great place to find everything. You can even enjoy a free Zumba session on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 7:00 pm or Sundays at 9:00 am.
Small park in upscale neighborhood. Look through the trees to actually find George hiding. Several restaurants and lots of pubs.
15 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Washington
Calle 80Small park in upscale neighborhood. Look through the trees to actually find George hiding. Several restaurants and lots of pubs.
Frogg Club
43-43 Calle 93One of the best night clubs in Barranquilla.
Royal Films CC Live Barranquilla
Best and newest movie theaters in Barranquilla.
Great food court type restaurants and also nice restaurants. You can also find a Nigth clubs
63 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Plaza del Parque Mall
Calle 98Great food court type restaurants and also nice restaurants. You can also find a Nigth clubs
Great shops, food court type restaurants and also nice restaurants. You can also find a Casino in this shopping mall.
21 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Mall Plaza Buenavista
99 - 51 Cra. 55Great shops, food court type restaurants and also nice restaurants. You can also find a Casino in this shopping mall.
Great place to spend the day with friends and family.
11 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Malecón Del Río
#82-2 a 82-474 Cl. 73Great place to spend the day with friends and family.
Heritage houses tell a story that their inhabitants defend. Its origin dates back to the twenties, when two men baptized land that would become a farm and that ended up in a neighborhood.
15 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Hotel El Prado
#70-10 Cra. 54Heritage houses tell a story that their inhabitants defend. Its origin dates back to the twenties, when two men baptized land that would become a farm and that ended up in a neighborhood.
The building is located twenty minutes from the city of Barranquilla, in a northwestern direction and was built in 1848 on the ruins of the old San Antonio fort, during the colonial era. It is located on a vertical slope, to the west of the beaches of Salgar. It is a place of historical interest, as the castle was a Spanish fort that served as a prison, as a colony and later as a refuge.
82 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Castillo Salgar
1316 Cl. 9The building is located twenty minutes from the city of Barranquilla, in a northwestern direction and was built in 1848 on the ruins of the old San Antonio fort, during the colonial era. It is located on a vertical slope, to the west of the beaches of Salgar. It is a place of historical interest, as the castle was a Spanish fort that served as a prison, as a colony and later as a refuge.
27 km southwest of Barranquilla, Colombia, tourists find good beaches where they can sunbathe and practice water sports. There is a marina where sailors from all over the world can dock with their sailboats and yachts and receive accommodation and maintenance services, among others. The site is outside the hurricane zone.
16 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Marina Puerto Velero
27 km southwest of Barranquilla, Colombia, tourists find good beaches where they can sunbathe and practice water sports. There is a marina where sailors from all over the world can dock with their sailboats and yachts and receive accommodation and maintenance services, among others. The site is outside the hurricane zone.
Playas Del Country - Sabanilla
Beach with marine food options.
The best rumba in all of Barranquilla. Music, videos and snacks.
27 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Frogg Club
43-43 Calle 93The best rumba in all of Barranquilla. Music, videos and snacks.
Bourbon St.
74-73 Cra. 53Great PUB.
Lobo - Cocktail Bar
Good music and drinks.
Mimi restaurante y pastelería
Great place to take coffee and meals.
Consejos para la ciudad
No te pierdas
Barranquilla Synopsis
Barranquilla, an important Colombian seaport flanked by the Magdalena River, is the capital of the country’s Atlántico Department. Well known internationally for its enormous Carnival, which brings together costumed performers, elaborate floats and cumbia music, it was also the host location for the 23rd Central American and Caribbean Games.
Costumbres y cultura
..:: CARNAVAL DE BARRANQUILLA 2024 ::..
Find attached the 2024 schedule of activities for "El Carnaval De Barranquilla" - Don't Miss It!!! Quien Lo Vive Es Quien Lo Goza!!!