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Follow in the footsteps of the most internationally renowned Latin artist on this Shakira tour of Barranquilla. We’ll visit her home, school, and giant statue!

Follow in the footsteps of the most internationally renowned Latin artist on this Shakira tour of Barranquilla. We’ll visit her home, school, and giant statue!

Tour Details 

We’ll start the tour by picking you up from your hotel in Barranquilla and heading to the Shakira Monument. Next to this impressive metal sculpture on the Gran Malecón, we’ll uncover the secrets behind its design and explore the early musical influences that shaped her unique style. It’s undoubtedly the perfect moment for the first photo of the day.

From there, we’ll walk to the heart of her roots in the El Limoncito neighborhood. We’ll stroll through the streets where a young Shakira dreamed of world stages, passing by the house where she spent her childhood. Here we’ll share anecdotes about her cultural heritage, her early compositions, and those local festivals that served as a barometer of her budding talent.

Our route will continue to the Santa Mónica Clinic, the place where the story began on February 2, 1977, and then we’ll head to La Enseñanza School. At this school, we’ll explore her school years, recalling how she participated in every artistic event and the people who, from the very beginning, knew her voice would go far.

To understand her culinary and cultural roots, we’ll stop at Biblos Restaurant, a key spot where the artist discovered her calling and kept her Lebanese heritage alive. We’ll follow her media trail by visiting the former studios of Telecaribe, the regional channel where, as a child, she learned to work the cameras and win over television audiences for the first time.

We’ll conclude this emotional journey at the legendary Romelio Martínez Stadium. This venue witnessed her first major concert in front of a massive crowd, a historic event where she shared the microphone with the charismatic Joe Arroyo.

We’ll recall that duet that brought together two giants of Caribbean music before wrapping up this 4-hour Shakira tour.

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Duration

4 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a driver that speaks in English and Spanish. The activity takes place with a driver that speaks in English and Spanish.

Included

Hotel pickup & drop–off

English–speaking guide

When to book?

You can book up until 9 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.

Type of voucher

Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilets. Paid wheelchair loan service available. This must be indicated in the reservation.

Sustainability conditions

All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.

Sustainability Code

Our providers commit to:

  • Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
  • Reduce, reuse, recycle.
  • Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
  • Uphold fair employment standards.
  • Foster the growth of local communities.
  • Preserve the integrity of local culture.
  • Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
  • Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
  • Operate with honesty and transparency.
  • Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.

This particular activity contributes as follows:

  • No printing of documentation required.
  • Has a gender equality policy.
  • Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
  • Promotes local employment.

Pets

Permitted.

Frequently asked questions

  • Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?

    A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.

  • Q - How to book?

    A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.

  • Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?

    A - Bicikillatours Corporate name: Yamit Andrés bocanegra sanchez Registered Office: Calle 69 n 35 52 t b ap 10 a, Barranquilla, Colombia Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): 722629887 Contact information Email: yamitbocanegra@gmail.com Phone: 3114148741

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