This tour is operated by our partner Beyond Colombia Free Tours.
Step into the heart of Cali, Colombia’s vibrant and diverse city, on this Free Walking Tour. Known as "La Sucursal del Cielo" (The Branch of Heaven), Cali is not only the world’s salsa capital—it takes you beyond the music, unraveling its fascinating past and unique mix of indigenous, African, and Spanish influences.
Forget about memorizing names and dates: this tour is about the real Cali, the one shaped by centuries of movement, migration, and the occasional revolution. You’ll hear about the people who built the city (and the ones who occasionally tried to burn it down), the cultures that collided here, and the traditions that still define Cali today.
Along the way, your expert local guide will share insights into Cali’s gastronomy, social movements, and resistance culture—all while exploring landmarks like Ermita Church, Teatro Municipal, La Merced, or Boulevard del Río. And because this is Cali, where standing still is practically illegal, don’t be surprised if music, art, or an impromptu dance break becomes part of the experience.
So, if you’re looking for a tour that connects the dots between the past and present, the serious and the fun, the expected and the totally unpredictable, this is the one for you.
Insider tips on where to eat, drink, and explore in Cali
Chontaduro tasting (when available)
Exclusive discounts with partner businesses
What’s not included
Food and drinks (optional)
Entrance to paid attractions (optional, after the tour)
Tips for the guide (optional)
Additional Information
This activity is operated by our partner Beyond Colombia Free Tours. This experience is not provided by SANDEMANs, but has been chosen by our specialists from an array of offers based on their quality and value.
Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour starts.
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Your Free Tour of Cali: Historic Downtown starts in front of the Museo Arqueológico La Merced.
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Tours in Cali are offered by a partner, not SANDEMANs Tours.
We only work with partners we know, trust, and who have been vetted by us to ensure they meet the same standards you are used to enjoying in SANDEMANs’ own cities.
We are proud to partner with Beyond Colombia Free Tours and are sure you’ll love their tours as much as we do.
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