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The 15 Best Things to Do in Cali

33 tours  ·  from $13

Cali dances, and it expects you to try. These 15 cover the salsa classes and club nights, the hills above the city and the sugar-country day trips, priced and clear about which run after dark.

Shared Tour Cali's Historical Downtown - La Merced and the Calima Gold Museum area
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Shared Tour Cali’s Historical Downtown

1.Shared Tour Cali’s Historical Downtown

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 143 reviews · 2h 30m · from $13Our pick

Walk Cali’s historic center in English with Beyond Colombia, from La Merced and the Calima Gold Museum to Cayzedo Square and Jairo Varela. Expect about 7 km on foot, stories of Afro-Colombian culture, salsa, drug trafficking, protests, art, and a chontaduro tasting when available.

“Christian was amazing! The tour was very informative. Many stops for food and drinks and a lot of history explained. I will recommend this tour to anyone. Amazing!”

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Historical Shared Tour Salsa, Graffiti & Resistance in Cali - La Curva del Boulevard, food, and painted facades
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Historical Shared Tour Salsa, Graffiti & Resistance in Cali

2.Historical Shared Tour Salsa, Graffiti & Resistance in Cali

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 107 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $14Top rated

Walk central Cali with a certified Spanish-speaking guide such as Cristian or Juliana, tracing salsa, street art, and popular resistance from Plazoleta Jairo Varela to Cimarrón Salsa Bar. Expect murals, city history, dance steps, instruments, food tips, and practical recommendations for salsa clubs.

“This is a free Walking tour by "Beyond Colombia" that viator charge for. I suggest booking directly for free and giving money as tips to the guide instead of giving money to Viator”

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The Cali Street Food Walking Tour - Old Cali along Calle de la Escopeta
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The Cali Street Food Walking Tour

3.The Cali Street Food Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $32

Join Juan or Andrés for a two-hour walk through central Cali, tasting pandebono, empanadas, marranitas, and two scoops of inventive ice cream. Along the way, explore murals, old streets, a community-run house, and La Linterna’s historic printing machines.

“More than a Food tour a Cali experience you get food culture small salsa lesson excellent Money spent”

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San Cipriano Rainforest - River, Waterfalls and Adventure Day - Tubing the San Cipriano River
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San Cipriano Rainforest – River, Waterfalls and Adventure Day

4.San Cipriano Rainforest – River, Waterfalls and Adventure Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 10 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $259

Travel from Cali to San Cipriano, ride the region’s unusual brujita rail vehicle, walk through Pacific rainforest, swim in waterfalls and natural pools, then tube the river. Your guide leads a group of no more than seven, with meals, equipment, entrance fees, and medical assistance included.

“The brujitas train ride is unique and very exciting. The waterfall after the hike for swimming is very refreshing and relaxing. The tubing on the river was fun and very well managed by team. The tour guide Marcella was excellent.”

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Cali: Street Food Tour - Murals, music, and Cali’s public stories
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Cali: Street Food Tour

5.Street Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 71 reviews · 2 hours · from $29

Join Juan or another local guide for a two-hour walking food tour through central Cali. Try pandebono, empanadas, champús, lulo drinks, shaved ice, tropical fruit, and more, with stops at murals, salsa sites, artisan shops, and family-run food businesses.

“I recently had the pleasure of taking one of the best local tours I’ve ever experienced. Not only did I learn about the diverse local cuisines, but I also gained a deep appreciation for Cali’s rich and vibrant history. My guide was incredibly personable and friendly, making the experience even more enjoyable. This tour is absolutely worth it!”

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Cali: Walking tour of the historic center - Walking into Cali’s historic center
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Cali: Walking tour of the historic center

6.Walking tour of the historic center

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $41

Join Valley Adventours for a two to three-hour walk through central Cali, led by guides such as Julio or Marcela. You’ll visit La Merced, the Gold Museum, historic churches, salsa landmarks, and the Cali River, with a typical drink included.

“Get to know Cali and its iconic places, dance some salsa and spend some entertaining time with jn friendly guideby expert in Cali history.Auto-translated”

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Afro Walking Tour. The colors of Cali. - Meeting Andrés near the Subway
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Afro Walking Tour. The colors of Cali.

7.Afro Walking Tour. The colors of Cali.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · 2h 30m · from $42

Join Andrés Jiménez for a 150-minute bilingual walk through central Cali and an Afro-Colombian neighborhood. Expect murals, cultural institutions, local food, Black-owned businesses, salsa, and clear stories about African, Indigenous, and Spanish influences. The tour costs $42 per person.

“This was hands down one of the most immersive tours I’ve ever experienced. Andrés was a gifted storyteller, seamlessly weaving together the history, culture, music, and powerful Afro-Colombian influences that shape Colombia. It was a beautiful journey for all the senses, and one I’ll never forget.”

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Cali: City Tour - Cristo Rey and the first look at Cali
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Cali: City Tour

8.City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 57 reviews · 3 hours · from $85

Spend three hours touring Cali by private vehicle and on foot with a Spanish or English-speaking guide. Visit Cristo Rey, Sebastián de Belalcázar, the Cats of the River, Jairo Varela Plaza, and the historic center, ending in San Antonio.

“My sister and I had such an amazing tour experience! Our guide was sooo knowledgeable, funny and through. We will definitely be back.”

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Cali: Cali River Waterfall and Great River Pools Tour - Charco El Recodo and the river pools
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Cali: Cali River Waterfall and Great River Pools Tour

9.Cali River Waterfall and Great River Pools Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 55 reviews · 3 hours · from $50

Join Mateo in a small group for a three-hour walk from Cali toward Charco El Recodo and Cascada Río Cali. Swim beneath a city-side waterfall, cross the river carefully, spot birds and butterflies, and learn how Cali manages its river and environmental challenges.

“The tour was tailor made for me. Took things very carefully and good explanations of the areas. I would recommend this company if you want a enjoyable and not pressured time.”

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Admission to Andoke Butterfly Center in Cali with Release Ritual - Starting with Colombia in stone
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Admission to Andoke Butterfly Center in Cali with Release Ritual

10.Admission to Andoke Butterfly Center in Cali with Release Ritual

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $19

Spend about three hours at Mariposario Andoke near Cristo Rey in Cali. A guide leads you through a stone map of Colombia, an ant farm, butterfly laboratory, nursery stages, and a large garden enclosure where butterflies may land on you. The visit ends with a butterfly release ritual.

“Wonderful experience! They have worked hard to make the whole place beautiful with lush gardens and hanging air plants, mosaics and metal art works. They have volunteers who speak English. We saw butterfly eggs, then got to hold a caterpillar, then sas the chrysalises with movement inside as the butterflies try to break out and finally the butterflies hanging on to the chrysalis until they dry out. Then we went into a very large enclosure to see butterflies everywhere among the plants. We sat quietly and the butterflies came and sat on us. After a while, we had to shake them off so we could move on.”

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Shared Tour Cali's Salsa, Graffiti & Resistance Experience - Starting beneath Cali’s red umbrellas
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Shared Tour Cali’s Salsa, Graffiti & Resistance Experience

11.Shared Tour Cali’s Salsa, Graffiti & Resistance Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 53 reviews · 2h 30m · from $13

Walk through central Cali with a guide such as Cristian, or Chris, to connect salsa with African emancipation, popular culture, protest, and street art. Expect about 8 km on foot, stops at key plazas, murals, salsa bars, and resistance sites, with English and Spanish tours available.

“Chris was a fantastic tour guide. The tour was so informative and fun with lots of salsa and music. Highly recommend.”

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Cali: Tour of Waterfall in Pance River - Chorrera del Indio - Chorrera del Indio and its natural pool
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Cali: Tour of Waterfall in Pance River – Chorrera del Indio

12.Tour of Waterfall in Pance River – Chorrera del Indio

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 34 reviews · 4 hours · from $60

Join Cali-born guide Mateo for a four-hour trip to Chorrera del Indio on the Pance River. Swim in a large natural pool, walk to a second waterfall, eat local food, and optionally visit Pance Park. Transport, park entry, and English or Spanish guiding are included.

“inclure ce site dans le cadre d'une visite plus large de la région”

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Friday Salsa Pub Crawl in Cali - La Colina: a traditional first stop with a 38-year story
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Friday Salsa Pub Crawl in Cali

13.Friday Salsa Pub Crawl in Cali

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 23 reviews · 3 hours · from $25

Join Ana or Laura for a three-hour, Spanish-language salsa crawl through San Antonio, Flavor Street, and Barrio Obrero. You’ll visit three local bars, receive a brandy shot and drink discounts, walk between venues, and get help from a caleña who knows where the dancing happens.

“Recomiendo. El tour fue buenísimo. La mejor forma de conocer lugares emblemáticos de Cali con una guía nativa. Ana es muy simpática y atenta, haciendo la experiencia ser tranquila y divertida. El tour se desarrolló conforme la descripción de la actividad. En el primer bar, la guía nos esperó afuera y me ayudó a cargar el celu. El segundo lugar fue un bar en la calle y Ana buscó que estuviéramos cómodas ahí. El último bar es muy recomendado por los caleños y se puede bailar bastante. La mejor forma de conocer la noche caleña y disfrutar de buenos ambientes con mucha salsa y la comodidad de que te acompañe…”

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Cali: Discover Cali City Highlights and Local Drink - Starting at Parque del Peñon and the Cali River
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Cali: Discover Cali City Highlights and Local Drink

14.Discover Cali City Highlights and Local Drink

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · from $73

Spend four hours with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide exploring Cali’s riverfront, colonial center, San Antonio, Cristales Hill, and salsa landmarks. You’ll visit La Linterna, see Jairo Varela Square, and sample one traditional Colombian drink. Juan is one named guide connected with the experience.

“A very nice tour, with a very nice guide. I absolutly can recommand it.”

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Cali: TRES CRUCES - Cali's most popular hike and monument - Starting at Bataclán Natural Park
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Cali: TRES CRUCES – Cali’s most popular hike and monument

15.TRES CRUCES – Cali’s most popular hike and monument

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 19 reviews · from $45

Join Mateo or another Tour Cali guide for a flexible 2 to 3 hour hike through Bataclán Natural Park to Cali’s Three Crosses Monument. Stop at overlooks, watch sunset over the city and Andes, then walk down after dark with hotel pickup and drop-off included.

“Fantastic!!! One of the best tours I’ve done in my travels. Matteo is a brilliant guide. I felt safe and he was very informative”

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