River Promenade
Sightseeing Route

River Promenade

Where Barranquilla meets the Magdalena River

4-6 hours
4 stops
Easy

About this route

The Gran Malecón del Río is one of the longest boardwalks in Latin America and Barranquilla’s main public space. This 5.5-kilometer stretch takes you from the iconic Puerta de Oro event center to the iconic Aleta del Tiburón, passing through dining districts, parks, sculptures, and lookout points overlooking the majestic Magdalena River.

Spectacular sunsetsCaribbean cuisinePanoramic Ferris wheelBoat rides

Starting point

Puerta de Oro Event Center

The End

Shark Fin

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Quick Facts

Duration

4-6 hours

Best moment

Afternoon (4–7 PM for sunset)

Stops

4 locations

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Estimated budget

$50,000 - $150,000 COP

Accessibility

There are ramps and flat paths throughout the entire route. Wheelchairs can navigate the route without any problems.

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