Colombia
Cali
Cali is a city in Colombia's Valle del Cauca region, set on a plateau along the Cauca River in the west of the country. It's a great place to spend a relaxed time amid scenery that unfolds along the riverbanks.
Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors
- Gateway airport
- Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO)
- Best season
- Jan, Jul
- Time zone
- America/Bogota
- Sights covered
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Zoos & aquariums
Cali Zoo
This zoo in Cali, Colombia has been run by a foundation since 1981. It's known for its careful attention to animal habitats and welfare.
Temples & religious sites
Metropolitan Cathedral
This cathedral is Cali's foremost, serving as the seat of the Roman Catholic archdiocese. It is a historic building designated a national monument of Colombia, well worth exploring.
Heritage & monuments
Christ the King statue
A 26-meter statue of Christ standing atop Cerro de los Cristales, a hill west of Cali. The hill takes its name from the crystals found in the area, and the summit offers sweeping views over the city.
Heritage & monuments
El Gato del Rio
A cat sculpture standing along the Cali riverbank, created by Colombian sculptor Hernando Tejada. Along with the monument to Sebastián de Belalcázar, it's considered one of Cali's iconic landmarks.
Museums & galleries
Calima Gold Museum
This archaeology museum in Cali's old town is one of the gold museums run by the Bank of the Republic. Its gold artifacts from the Calima culture offer a window into indigenous art and culture.
Museums & galleries
La Tertulia Museum
This art museum in Cali, Colombia holds a broad collection of Colombian and other American art. Besides the main building displaying around 300 works, visitors can also explore an art-house cinema and workshop building.
Culture & venues
Teatro Municipal Enrique Buenaventura
One of Cali's leading theaters, hosting plays and a variety of stage performances. Worth a visit if you want to experience local culture up close.
Culture & venues
Teatro Jorge Isaacs
This historic theater in downtown Cali is known for its elegant architecture. It's a great place to catch a show while admiring the classic interior.
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