8-Day Adventure in Cali: Exploring the Vibrant City of Salsa

Vanessa Arboleda

13 Nov 2023

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, vibrant nightlife, and mouthwatering cuisine of this salsa capital. From hidden gems like Flor De loto Vegano to iconic landmarks like Cristo Rey, this itinerary is packed with exciting experiences that will leave you wanting more.

Trip to Cali

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$59

$ 4

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

5 - 8 min

Directions

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Departmental Museum of Natural Sciences INCIVA

Museum of natural history, with taxidermy collections, a zoology laboratory & guided group visits.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$13

4 - 5 min

Directions

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

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Free

18 - 22 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$18

6 - 9 min

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Grassy park with exercise equipment & jogging tracks, plus food stalls selling snacks & drinks.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

Directions

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Day 2

$71

$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

9 - 14 min

Directions

Family waterpark offering rides for all ages as well as pools & on-site soccer pitches.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

16 - 20 min

Directions

Small wooded space ringed by restaurants & bars, with a landmark dog sculpture illuminated at night.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

1 - 2 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$20

1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Day 3

$84

$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

4 - 6 min

Directions

Compact museum housing a variety of artifacts from the region's pre-Columbian cultures.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

2 - 3 min

Directions

Calima Gold Museum of the Bank of the Republic

Compact, free-admission museum exhibiting pre-Hispanic jewelry, handicrafts & other artifacts.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$18

4 - 5 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

4 - 5 min

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2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Historic main square of Cali, with tall palm trees & a monument to local hero Joaquín de Cayzedo.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

Directions

Erected in 1995, this outdoor sculpture with a water feature represents the spirit of teamwork.

5:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 4

$71

$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

8 - 10 min

Directions

Environmental zoo conserving native & international species including lions, bears, zebras & otters.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$20

12 - 15 min

Directions

Spanish colonial church, constructed in the 16th century, featuring a carved-wood statue & museum.

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

Directions

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$18

33 - 40 min

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Small mountain with a route to the summit, featuring a historic installation of 3 crosses.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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32 - 39 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 5

$73

$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

4 - 5 min

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Completed in 1802, this grand baroque-style cathedral is the seat of the Archdiocese of Cali.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

Directions

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

6 - 8 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$16

9 - 14 min

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Cinematography museum featuring projectors, cameras & related equipment, plus guided tours.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$13

6 - 9 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 6

$60

$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

7 - 9 min

Directions

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$10

6 - 8 min

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3-ton bronze cat sculpture by the well-known Columbian artist Hernando Tejada.

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$20

10 - 15 min

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Breezy, leafy boardwalk along an urban riverbank, with play areas, street art & outdoor BBQ cafes.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

12 - 18 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 7

$61

$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

5 - 8 min

Directions

Small city park with exercise equipment, playgrounds & grassy lawns for kids' sports.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

Directions

Tiny square named for salsa musician Jairo Varela, with a related museum & a huge trumpet statue.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

Directions

Museum featuring collections of modern art, an auditorium, an outdoor theater & a garden area.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$15

4 - 6 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$16

9 - 14 min

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Overlook with city views & a monument to the city’s founder, conquistador Sebastián de Belalcázar.

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 8

$65

$ 6

Fogón del Mar es un caldero, donde se cuece el pacifico colombiano, el sabor se vuelve saber y el saber se vuelve sabor.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

11 - 16 min

Directions

Public park featuring handicrafts for sale & activities such as outdoor movies, dancing & concerts.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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14 - 21 min

Directions

Large, hilly park popular for its city & sunset views, plus an 18th-century whitewashed chapel.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

1 - 2 min

Directions

Humble brick-&-whitewashed church built in 1747, with interior wood details & a bell tower.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

28 - 34 min

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85-ft. monument of an open-armed Jesus Christ, set on a hilltop with panoramic views.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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20 - 24 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$20

41 - 50 min

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Monumento La Virgen de Los Andes o de Yanaconas

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

49 - 59 min

Directions

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

43 - 52 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Budget breakdown: $564 In total

Activities & Food:$543

Transport:$21