Gran Malecón — Attraction in Barranquilla

Lively Spot for a Sunset Stroll

The Santa Marta Malecón is a pleasant, walkable boardwalk that offers a lively slice of local life. It’s often bustling with people, especially around the smaller beaches at the end, and you'll find plenty of street vendors selling snacks, souvenirs, and local goods along the way.

Lining both sides are charming little bars and restaurants — great for grabbing a drink or quick bite with a view. On the east end, don’t miss the iconic “Santa Marta” letters — a nice photo opportunity, especially around sunset.

While it can get crowded, the atmosphere is energetic and fun, making it a great place to take in the local culture and enjoy a beautiful...

This is one of my favorite things to do in #Barranquilla in the late afternoon and early evening … it is very hot to explore this place in the morning. It is a Linear park located alongside the Magdalena river with breathtaking sceneries of one of Colombia's biggest natural park (Via Parque Isla Salamanca). It’s perfect for every family that wants to enjoy an outdoor experience in direct contact with the river and its natural environment. Includes playground, restaurants and cultural activities. A notable monument is the Shakira Statue … many bus tours stop by...

Came here at morning, it was a stop for my cycling route, it was peaceful, the sun was burning for real, but there's a lot of trees so you can manage to find out where to rest below our beloved trees. Got energy recharged, rested, and hydrated and also enjoyed the view and the wind. It's good to see the Magdalena River, it's such an historical river, it just goes along half of the country and witness a lot of culture and places, you just gotta appreciate that river because it's someway the biggest in Colombia and at the Malecon you can view it while you do...