Cali: Walking tour of the historic center

4.9
(65 reviews)
Cali, Colombia

2 to 3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Cali is full of tourist attractions and hidden gems to discover; museums, parks, squares, churches and monuments...

But visiting it by public transport and without a local guide is very oppressive! Why waste time and money with complicated maps, when there is a perfect solution?

You will get to know Cali through the eyes of a local expert, visiting the main cultural, touristic and historical attractions in the city center, having the opportunity to taste typical fruits and drinks, living the true Cali culture.

We will start at our office in the San Antonio neighborhood, walking for about 15 minutes towards the historic center. After an introduction to the city at the Jairo Varela plaza we will begin our walk through the historic center, getting to know its old architecture, parks, theaters, churches, museums, cathedrals and monuments dedicated to important people in our history.

Experience the best of Cali safely and discover yourself.

What's Included

Walking tour through the historic center.
Local guide.
Typical drink.
Any services, foods or drinks not specified in the plan.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet at the Valley Adventours office located in the colonial neighborhood of San Antonio.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 to 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Let's discover the birthplace of Cali: La Merced Church, where this dream cross by 7 rivers named Cali begun. Get amazed by its colonial architecture and enjoy the sight of Cristo Rey from inside of city center.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Let's find out the incredible history of our indigenous ancestors. Discover pieces with more that 4.000 years of existances and find out why "El Dorado" legend is base upon the craftmanship our indigenous communities had working with gold.

    25 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Discover the Neo-Classic Public Theater located in the Historical City Center and the Cultural Center of Cali

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    We will walkthrough the streets of city center until we arrive to Plaza de la Gobernación, where we'll be able to get inside San Francisco Church.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    We'll get inside the main Church in Cali: San Pedro Apostol Cathedral. In here we'll discover the deep relationship between Church and State.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Let's visit next the main Square of Cali, surrounded by the palm trees and frame by the National Palace.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    We'll walkthrough the most iconic street related with salsa music in Cali. Find out why "The Flavor Street" made us vibe to the sound of la clave, the trumpets and the bell.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Let's walkthrough the first bridge above Cali river. In the meantime enjoy a fantastic view of the river, Torre de Cali -the tallest building in the City - and the Three Crosses Hill. You'll be able to take amazing pictures inside of the arcs across the bridge.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9

    We'll visit the Statue of Simón Bolívar and walkaorund the Park while we discover the history of Independence in Colombia. We'll enjoy, cover by the shade of the Ceiba trees, a delicious typicall Cali drink: la Lulada caleña.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Plazoleta Jairo Varela

    Let's walkaround the Jairo Varela Square. Discover the importance and influence that Jairo Varela and Grupo Niche has to the culture of Salsa in Cali and worldwide. We'll get inside the musical magic of the Trumpet Monument.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11

    Let's enjoy the nature of the city; the sound of birds, the palm trees, the tribute to the rivers in Cali and a bunch of fruit trees that bless us with shade.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 12

    We'll walkthrough Boulevard del Río while we discover its beautiful sight of La Ermita Church, Coltabaco building and Jorge Isaacs Theater.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 13

    Enjoy the most vibrant and colorful street of Cali. Get amazed by its street art, its woven roof and all the flavors that flows in our colonial neighbourhood.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Supplied by Valley Adventours

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Tags

Historical Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
Small Group
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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