


Joyas de Cali: Tour por Museos y Santuarios Históricos
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 2h 30m
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Multiple languages
Overview
- Professional local guide (English & Spanish)
- Cali Historic Churches and Museums Walking Tour
- Entrance and guided visit to the Gold Museum
- Visit to Museo La Merced, (entry not included, 20.000 COP)
- Visit to the Jairo Varela Museum (entry not included, 10,000 COP)
Activity location
- Cali
- Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Av. Colombia #9-02, San Pedro, Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia | Next to Café Boulevard, on the pedestrian area of Boulevard del Río, facing the Cali River. Your guide will be waiting outside the café entrance.
- Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia
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Joyas de Cali: Tour por Museos y Santuarios Históricos
- 2h 30m
- English
What's included, what's not
- What’s Included in the Price
- Professional local guide (English & Spanish)
- 3-hour historical and cultural walking tour
- Guided exploration of Cali’s Historic Center
- Visit to Museo del Oro Calima
- Entrance ticket to the Gold Museum
- Guided visit inside the Gold Museum
- Visit to Museo La Merced (ticket not included)
- Guided explanation of colonial and religious heritage
- You will visit the churches of Cali in the following order: La Ermita Church, Catedral de San Pedro Apóstol, San Francisco Church, La Merced Church, San Antonio Church, and Templo Votivo del Sagrado Corazón de Jesús.
- Walking route through Barrio San Antonio, la Tertulia, Parque del Gato, and Boulevard del Río
- Visit to Jairo Varela Museum (ticket not included)
- Authentic local insights
- Entrance fees to museums are not included, except for the Calima Gold Museum, which is included in the tour price.
- Entry to the La Merced Archaeological Museum must be paid separately (20,000 COP).
- Entry to the Jairo Varela Museum is not included (10,000 COP).
- Food and drinks are not included.
- Transportation to the meeting point is not included.
- Tips for the guide are optional.
Know before you book
- Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Baby carriages, Bare feet, Explosive substances, Firework, High-heeled shoes, Intoxication
- Not suitable for: People over 95 years, Pregnant women
What you can expect
Immerse yourself in the rich history, vibrant culture, and lively traditions of Cali on this guided walking tour through the city’s most emblematic landmarks. This experience combines religious heritage, museums, art, and local culture as you explore the historic center of Cali.
Your tour begins at the iconic La Ermita Church, one of the most photographed sites in the city and a stunning example of neo-gothic architecture. From there, stroll to the Plaza de Caicedo, the main square of Cali, where you will visit the impressive San Pedro Apostol Cathedral, one of the city’s most important religious temples.
Next, visit the San Francisco Church, a historic site that showcases Cali’s rich architectural and spiritual heritage.
Then, explore the pre-Hispanic history of the region at the Calima Gold Museum of the Banco de la República, where you will learn about the ancient cultures of Valle del Cauca and admire exquisite gold artifacts.
Afterwards, stop at the La Merced Church, a prominent colonial-era temple, followed by a visit to the La Merced Museum, which houses important archaeological collections and historical artifacts of the city.
The journey continues to the charming San Antonio neighborhood, where you will visit the San Antonio Church, perched on a hill offering breathtaking panoramic views of Cali.
From there, head toward the La Tertulia Museum (exterior visit), one of Cali’s leading modern art spaces, before walking along the Cali River to the famous El Gato del Río Park, home to the city’s iconic cat sculpture and its colorful artistic companions.
The experience concludes at Jairo Varela Plaza, where you’ll enter the Jairo Varela Museum to discover the story of salsa music in Cali, celebrating the legacy of one of Colombia’s most influential salsa composers—the very rhythm that earned Cali the title of the World Capital of Salsa.
This tour is perfect for travelers seeking an immersive cultural journey that combines history, architecture, art, and music in one unforgettable experience.
Location
Activity location
- Cali
- Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Av. Colombia #9-02, San Pedro, Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia | Next to Café Boulevard, on the pedestrian area of Boulevard del Río, facing the Cali River. Your guide will be waiting outside the café entrance.
- Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia