Top Cali Culture - page 2

Discover the vibrant La Alameda traditional market in the heart of Cali to learn more about Colombia's rich culinary diversity. Join a private guide and explore the market's many stalls, learning about local customs, traditions, and the country's history. Indulge your senses with a variety of typical fruits and juices, including lulo, borojó, and guanabana. Engage with locals, hear their stories, and savor the colors, smells, and flavors of the city.

Explore the vibrant Galería Alameda, Cali's most iconic public market, and immerse yourself in the local culture through its tantalizing street food, exotic fruits, and beautiful flowers. This 2-hour walking tour introduces you to a variety of unique tropical fruits, Colombian cheeses, and traditional snacks, all while supporting local vendors. With an English-speaking guide, you'll uncover the stories behind the market's offerings and even visit the esoteric section for a glimpse into Colombian beliefs. Perfect for food lovers, families, and solo travelers. - Duration: 2-hour walking tour at a comfortable pace - Taste 10 exotic fruits and sample local cheeses and snacks - Discover Colombia's renowned flower business, the second largest in the world - Enjoy real interactions with market vendors and plenty of photo opportunities.

Swap Cali’s urban bustle for the tranquil scenery of San Cipriano on a private day trip that includes river tubing and a ride on la brujita (the little witch)—a motorized bike on rails, which is the only way to access the rural town of San Cipriano. Plus, you’ll enjoy the undivided attention of your private guide.

This tour offers a unique experience to discover the essence of Cali through its history, its urban culture and its unmistakable salt rhythm. The tour begins at the Monument to the Niche Group and continues along the River Boulevard, where the architecture of La Ermita and Ortiz Bridge are appreciated. The experience continues in La Merced Church, the city’s founding place, and in the colonial neighborhood of San Antonio, where you can enjoy panoramic views. The tour includes stops at the River Cat and other cultural icons, and ends at the Salsa Museum, celebrating the musical legacy that makes Cali the salsa capital of the world.

Learn about Cali's tradition of salsa dancing and get the chance to try out a few steps yourself with this tour. You'll visit the Salsa Museum, spend time in Cali's historic Barrio Obrero, and get the chance to dance it up with locals. Don't worry if you don't have any dance experience, as lessons will be provided.

Spend a day immersed in Colombia’s lush nature on this full-day excursion from Cali to the San Cipriano Natural Reserve. With a small group, go on jungle walks, swim in the pristine waters, kayak or tube along the San Cipriano River, and much more. This is a day filled with adventure and not to be missed.

Move your body and sway your hips to the spicy sounds of Salsa. Learn how to Salsa dance with a local tutor, and discover the heritage and importance of this dance in Colombia, and why locals love to Salsa as much as they do. Learn about Latin music, and by the end of the lesson, gain all the skills and steps you need to get involved with dance parties all over town.

This tour invites you to discover the most emblematic places of Cali in an experience that combines nature, history, culture and unforgettable panoramic views. The tour begins at Cristo Rey Ecopark, one of the city’s new tourist icons, where you can enjoy ecological trails, viewpoints and the imposing Monument to Cristo Rey, with a spectacular view of Cali and the mountain range. Continue on the Jairo Varela Square, with the Niche Group Monument, and continue along the vibrant River Boulevard, highlighting the church La Ermita and the Ortiz Bridge. The experience includes La Merced Church, the city’s foundation site, the traditional San Antonio neighborhood with its viewpoint, and the colorful spaces of the River Cat and the Cat Brides Park. The tour ends at La Palabra Cali, with a stop for handicrafts and a typical snack. An ideal tour to live the essence of Cali, the Branch of Heaven.

Discover Cali like a local—on two wheels. This scooter tour combines history, food, and culture with the freedom to explore the city your way. We visit iconic landmarks and hidden gems that most tourists never see. You'll taste authentic local street food, enjoy scenic views, and get personalized insights from a bilingual guide. Perfect for travelers seeking authenticity, flexibility, and a sense of adventure.

Taking a guided tour of Cali lets you visit the city’s top attractions in just a day. It’s a great overview of the city or first-time visitors—had to the Cristo Rey monument, Ermite Church, and other Cali highlights in the comfort of a private vehicle, stopping to snap photos and walk around key points. This tour also includes a food tasting, adding delicious dimension to your Cali experience.

Discover Cali’s fertile countryside on a private day trip to Hacienda El Paraiso sugar cane farm—the ideal choice if you’re looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Letting someone else drive means you can soak up the scenery, while taking a private tour allows you to explore the hacienda at your own pace.

Explore Cali’s top sites starting at La Ermita church. With this 3-hour walking tour, you will be visiting the most important places of downtown Cali, learning about its history, culture, music and dance: visit Plaza de Caycedo and San Francisco, Complejo La Merced, La Colina, Iglesia de San Antonio and much more. A quick but informative, fun and complete tour through the city. • Historical landmarks in downtown Cali given by our guide • Visiting the main sites: Plaza de Caycedo, La Ermita, San Antonio, La Merced and San Francisco • A short but fun salsa lesson • Interesting retelling of key events in the recent history of the city and the country • A short but quite informational tour to get the best of the city

BIRD WATCHING | CALI RIVER BANK Urban Birds of Cali Cali is the city of birds with about 562 species. This makes us one of the most biodiverse cities in Colombia. Come and discover the urban birds of Cali, on a 3-hour tour in which you will be able to observe approximately 40 species of birds. This is a very special experience that you will hardly find anywhere else in the world. We will observe, listen, feel, enjoy, share and learn about birds.