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Things to see in Barranquilla (Colombia): 6 places and when to go
Barranquilla is a major city in Colombia with around 1,798,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 6 places in and around it, mainly History (3), With kids (1), Wildlife (1). The best known are Castle of Saint Anthony of Salgar, Puerto Colombia Light and zoologico de barranquilla. The best time to come is December to February and June to August; also possible: March to May and September to November. In June there are 12 h 38 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 22. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Colombia · 10.9619, -74.8019
- Population
- About 1,798,000
- Places
- 6 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (3) · With kids (1) · Wildlife (1) · Mountains (1) · Hiking (1) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- December to February and June to August.
- Also possible
- March to May and September to November.
- Nearest airport
- SMR Santa Marta, 65 km as the crow flies
What to see in Barranquilla
The places in and around Barranquilla, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
When to go to Barranquilla
The best time to visit Barranquilla is December to February and June to August; also possible: March to May and September to November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time11:25
- FebBest time11:39
- MarPossible11:56
- AprPossible12:15
- MayPossible12:30
- JunBest time12:38
- JulBest time12:35
- AugBest time12:22
- SepPossible12:03
- OctPossible11:45
- NovPossible11:29
- DecBest time11:22
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 12 h 38 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 22. In January, 6 of the 6 places are at their best.
When to go to Colombia in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Barranquilla
The nearest main airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport (SMR, Santa Marta), 65 km as the crow flies. How to get around Colombia (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Santa Marta16 places73 km
- Cartagena, Colombia12 places100 km
- Valledupar7 places178 km
- Ocaña, Colombia29 places342 km
- Cúcuta9 places421 km
- Pamplona, Norte de Santander7 places462 km
And all of Colombia, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Barranquilla?
The best known: Castle of Saint Anthony of Salgar, Puerto Colombia Light, zoologico de barranquilla. In all, 6 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Barranquilla?
December to February and June to August; also possible: March to May and September to November. In June there are 12 h 38 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 22.
How do you get to Barranquilla?
The nearest main airport is Simón Bolívar International Airport (SMR), 65 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Barranquilla as the destination and these 6 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
Keep reading
- ColombiaBefore travelling to Colombia: 9 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. No visa is needed for tourism for up to 90 days, extendable to 180 per year.
- History24 places for history in Colombia, from Darién National Park to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: December to February and June to August. Each with its own season
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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