About Cali
Cali is one of Colombia's major cities, home to around 2,392,877 people.
Best time
The dry season (roughly May–September) is ideal
Weather
From highland cool to tropical warmth
Experiences
Things to do in Cali
1
St. Peter the Apostle Cathedral
2
The River Cat statue
Where to eat
Local favourites
- $$
El Solar
A fun place with outdoor seating, many options in the menu. Live music on weekends.
- $$
Pacífico
Well-made seafood, many recipes from the Colombian Pacific.
- $$
Ringlete
Well done and served local food. Many recipes with plantains.
- $$
El Patio Verde
Plantain is king in this restaurant. Local food.
- $$
Faro El Patio
Large menu, outdoor area. Live tropical bands on Fridays and Saturdays.
Parque del Perro
More than a dozen restaurants, many of them upscale and offering foreign cuisine, and bars surround this small park, making it something lik
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Yotoco Lodge Birding
Family-run birdwatching lodge geared toward birders and nature photographers, on the western slope of the Western Andes. Serves as a base fo
- $
Cali Plaza Hotel
American-owned hotel with apartments and 24-hour security in the heart of Cali.
- $
Hotel Astoria Real
A historic hotel overlooking Caicedo Square. Most rooms have a balcony. Aging, but affordable and safe. Centrally located. Hot water, cable
Hotel Dann Carlton
Excellent too.
Casa Agua Canela
Beautiful views over Cali from the lovely balcony if you stay on the top floor, a good location in the Miraflores area, and bright, clean, s
Shopping
- Chipichape
- Unicentro
- Palmetto Plaza
Nightlife
- Blues Brothers Bar
- La Matraca
Museums & culture
- St. Peter the Apostle Cathedral
In pictures
Cali gallery
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