Plate
$ 95
Hotel Avg
$ 120
Best Month
January
Airport Dist.
110km
Estimated Budget
Price converted to COP from the EUR base. Indicative exchange rate.
Plan my Wedding in BaricharaComplete guide for your wedding in Barichara
If you are thinking of celebrating your wedding in Barichara, you have chosen one of the destinations with the most personality in the country. Cobblestone streets, colonial sandstone churches, and the peace of the Andean mountains. In this guide we analyze all key aspects so your big day is perfect.
Romance Factor
With a score of 9.6/10 in romanticism, Barichara offers incomparable settings for your "I do". From magical sunsets to charming historical corners.
Party and Celebration
If you look for a big celebration, Barichara has excellent leisure infrastructure (6.8/10) which guarantees your guests enjoy to the max before and after the banquet.
The best and worst of marrying in Barichara
Main advantages
- Perfectly preserved colonial architecture declared a national heritage site.
- Extremely competitive prices for catering and vendors compared to Cartagena.
Points to keep in mind
- Distance to Bucaramanga airport requires a 3-hour road trip.
- Luxury hotel capacity is limited for large weddings with many guests.
The style in Barichara
Dominant Style
Rustic Colonial Heritage
Local Tradition
Couple's ride in a decorated traditional mototaxi and the bell chimes of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
Weather month by month
Top Venues in Barichara
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
Stunning colonial temple carved entirely out of local yellow stone.
Hotel Terra Barichara
Sustainable design hotel with green spaces and beautiful mountain views.
Casa de Campo El Estoraque
Beautiful rustic estate ideal for banquets and outdoor ceremonies surrounded by nature.
Wedding traditions in Colombia
What a local guest expects to see on the wedding day.
Candle ceremony
The couple lights a large candle together from two individual ones, representing the eternal union of their two lives.
Hora loca carnival
Midway through the party, an hour of live Caribbean music explodes, distributing extravagant masks, vueltiao hats, and streamers.
Legal requirements to marry in Colombia
Application steps, timing and paperwork for foreigners.
Civil authority
Colombian Public Notary
Minimum notice
15 days
Witnesses per spouse
1
Key steps
- Submit the civil marriage application before the notary of the chosen city.
- Provide copies of the birth certificate of each spouse (issued less than 3 months ago).
- Provide a certificate of single status or equivalent document from the home country.
- Celebrate the wedding before the public notary, who reads the act and validates signatures.
Extra documents for foreigners
If you do not reside in Colombia- Original valid passport and copy.
- Certificate of single status officially translated into Spanish and apostilled.
- Judicial divorce decree translated and apostilled if applicable.
How to get there from Colombia
Main airports
Rail
No disponible (transporte terrestre/aéreo)
Common departure points
Bogota · Medellin · Cali · Miami · Madrid
Typical vendors in Colombia
What Colombian couples ask most
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Alojamiento para tu boda en Barichara
Precio medio: ~120€/noche
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Vuelos a Barichara
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Que hacer en Barichara
Actividades para invitados que viajan a la boda: tours guiados, experiencias locales y planes para los dias previos o posteriores.
Cancelacion gratuita en la mayoria de actividades
Preparativos esenciales
Seguro de viaje
Imprescindible para viajar tranquilos
- Cobertura medica
- Cancelacion de vuelos
- Equipaje perdido
- Asistencia 24h
eSIM internacional
Internet sin roaming ni sorpresas
- Datos ilimitados
- Sin cambiar de SIM
- Activa al instante
- Cobertura en +190 paises
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a wedding in Barichara cost?
The average plate price is 95€. A charming colonial wedding for 100 guests typically ranges between 18,000€ and 30,000€.
What is the best month to hold a wedding here?
January is the best month. It is the driest time of year, ensuring clear skies and unforgettable Andean sunsets.
How to get to Barichara from abroad?
Fly into Bucaramanga Airport (BGA) and hire private transport for a scenic 3-hour road trip.
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Estimated Budget
Price converted to COP from the EUR base. Indicative exchange rate.
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