Explore the city from end to end with this carefully curated guide for you.
Start your visit in the city center. This tour will be key to understanding what drives the people of Cali.
Begin by visiting La Ermita church. Then walk a few meters to find Poets Park, where besides statues, you’ll see the famous tinterillos. A chat with them will help you understand much about the culture. Next to the park, you’ll see the Jorge Isaacs Theater.
Afterward, you’ll encounter the River Boulevard, one of the city’s largest open-air public spaces. Let yourself be carried away by the sound of the river and the music.
While in the city center, a stop at Plaza de Cayzedo, the most representative square of Cali, is a must, as well as the San Francisco church, the La Merced religious complex, the Enrique Buenaventura theater, and Escopeta Street. These architectural beauties will help fill your photo album.
Finish immersing yourself in Cali with a night at the most traditional salsa bars, like La Topa Tolondra, Zaperoco, or Mulato Cabaret.
The plans from the first day were the perfect appetizer to continue devouring the city on this second day.
Now it’s time for the west side. Start by visiting the bronze statue of the Spanish conqueror and city founder, Sebastián de Belalcázar, and enjoy the view from this spot.
A short walk will take you to the Aqueduct Park, where you’ll be surrounded by greenery and fresh air, and then continue walking to the El Peñón neighborhood.
Take a break in its park.
You’ll be ready to walk surrounded by trees and the singing of birds to reach the Cat of the River Monument. This sculpture by Hernando Tejada is accompanied by the female cats, a series of figures created by various local artists.
Finish the tour a little higher up at the monument forming the word CALI. Take advantage of this to snap a memorable postcard.
After two days in the city, the culture will have soaked into you. Besides the landscapes and emblematic places, chontaduro, pandebono, and guarapo will have had their effect.
The next stop will be the Loma de la Cruz Craft Park, a perfect place to buy souvenirs made by dozens of local artisans, see the city from a culturally connected perspective, and have conversations. Ask about the legend of the Black Hand.
Walk the steep streets of the San Cayetano neighborhood, then head to the iconic San Antonio neighborhood. You’ll find colorful houses and restaurants, some cobblestone streets, and many ups and downs. The architecture will transport you back in time, and the path will take you up the hill to see the church. From there, you’ll take in the view. Eat a corn on the cob with butter and salt.
Before leaving San Antonio, visit La Linterna, the typography shop that resisted being forgotten and continued showing the city to the world with its now-acclaimed posters.
End the day with a panoramic view of the city. Head to the Cristo Rey Monument, located 1,400 meters above sea level. This 26-meter-tall statue will welcome you with open arms and provide the perfect backdrop for your photographs.
Now it’s time for the museums. Pay attention because there is a wide variety. Connect with history, culture, and entertainment on the fourth day of your visit.
To make the most of this day, start at the La Tertulia Museum. Explore its exhibitions and enjoy its green gardens. Then, cross the street, walk over the bridge, and you’ll be at the Casa Obeso Mejía, whose atmosphere will transport you to the Cali of yesteryear.
Since you’re in the west, visit the Caliwood Museum, a tribute to the history of cinema. Its extensive collection promises to dazzle you.
Then, just a few minutes away, you can learn about 7,000 years of history of the societies of the Western Cordillera through hundreds of archaeological pieces at the Calima Gold Museum.
It’s time to end your visit to the city, but there are still many places and experiences to discover.
Start your day early by hiking up the Cerro de las Tres Cruces, located 1,480 meters above sea level. Access this emblematic spot using the trails. There you’ll enjoy the landscape and an incredible view.
When you return to the urban area, head to the Zoo, where more than 2,500 species, distributed in seven exhibits, await your visit.
After seeing tigers, bears, and otters, we invite you to explore two important gastronomic areas of the city: the Alameda neighborhood, which has a market with stalls serving traditional dishes, and the Granada neighborhood, where you can enjoy a wide variety of Cali and international cuisine.
Say goodbye to Cali with a night of partying at La Pérgola Clandestina or Cantina La 15, two of the world’s top one hundred nightspots.
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Secretaría de Turismo: Avenida 2N # 2N-22
Lunes a viernes de 9 a.m. a 12 m. y de 2 a 5 p.m.
Centro Cultural: Carrera 4 con calle 6 Esquina
Lunes a viernes de 9 a.m. a 12 m. y de 2 a 5 p.m.
Colina de San Antonio: Carrera 10 con calle 1 oeste
Martes a domingo de 11 a.m. a 1 p.m. y de 2 a 6 p.m.
Terminal de transporte: Calle 30N #2AN-29
Lunes a sábado de 10 a.m. a 12:30 p.m. y de 2 a 5 p.m.
