6 Days in Cali: A Journey of Adventure and Culture

Laura Caterine Sánchez Rodríguez

16 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 6-day journey through the vibrant city of Cali, Colombia. Explore ancient marvels, immerse yourself in the local culture, and indulge in authentic cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Cali

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Aquatic Fun and Riverside Delights

$25

$ 5

Motel Solyluna cali

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

15 - 18 min

Directions

Neo-Gothic Roman Catholic church with a revered 18th-century painting & Italian marble altar.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

Directions

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

Directions

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

No time set

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Free

Day 2Aviation Wonders and Cultural Treasures

$13

$ 4

Motel Solyluna cali

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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Sprawling green with a decommissioned airplane, Astroturf soccer fields & a swimming pool.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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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

8 - 11 min

Directions

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$13

1 - 2 min

Directions

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

1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

Directions

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

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Parks, Museums, and Artisanal Delights

$25

$ 4

Motel Solyluna cali

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

Directions

Calima Gold Museum of the Bank of the Republic

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$18

13 - 20 min

Directions

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

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

Directions

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Day 4Historical Landmarks and Breathtaking Views

$23

$ 6

Motel Solyluna cali

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

Directions

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$15

32 - 39 min

Directions

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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50 - 60 min

Directions

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

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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23 - 28 min

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

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Feline Sculptures, Wildlife Encounters, and Nature's Beauty

$20

$ 5

Motel Solyluna cali

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

Directions

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$20

27 - 33 min

Directions

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 6Lakeside Serenity and Cinematic Delights

$28

$ 5

Motel Solyluna cali

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

Directions

Lush park featuring a simple lake with turtles, fish & ducks, plus birdlife & a picnic area.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$15

32 - 39 min

Directions

Public space with an ornamental fountain ringed by flagpoles, hosting concerts & seasonal markets.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$13

Budget breakdown: $157 In total

Activities & Food:$133

Transport:$24