Cali
Colombia · Departamento del Valle del CaucaCO
District and city in Valle del Cauca, Colombia
Santiago de Cali, or Cali, is the capital of the Valle del Cauca department, and the most populous city in southwest Colombia, with an estimated 2,280,522 residents in 2023. The city spans 560.3 km2 (216.3 sq mi) with 120.9 km2 (46.7 sq mi) of urban area, making Cali the second-largest city in the country by area and the third most populous. Cali is the main urban and economic center in the south of the country, and has one of Colombia's fastest-growing economies. The city was founded on 25 July 1536 by the Spanish explorer Sebastián de Belalcázar.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 3,200,653
- Coordinates
- 3.437, -76.522
- Timezone
- America/Bogota
- Elevation
- 1018 m
Overview of Cali
Cali belongs to Departamento del Valle del Cauca, Colombia and has the feel of a big-city destination. About 3,200,653 people are based here. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Plan around culture, nature and water sports and you will not run out of ideas. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls. Elevation is roughly 1,018 metres.
Things to do in Cali
Culture in Cali
(10)Looking for culture? Cali has Ancient Ruins, Art Galleries, Castles, Fountains and Historical Sites. The full list runs to 10 activities. Straight from the activity profile stored for Cali.
Nature in Cali
(8)On the nature side, Cali offers Countryside, Desert, Lakes, National Parks and Natural Places. All of it is drawn from Cali's recorded activities. That is 8 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Water Sports in Cali
(8)Water Sports in Cali covers Canoeing, Diving, Rafting, Sailboats and Scuba Diving. In all, 8 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for Cali.
Sports in Cali
(7)Sports lovers get Golf, Hiking, Hiking Trails, Skiing and Slopes. All of it is drawn from Cali's recorded activities. That is 7 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Wellness in Cali
(4)On the wellness side, Cali offers Hammam, Spa, Turkish Baths and Wellness. Everything listed here comes from what Cali is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Adventure in Cali
(3)Under adventure, Cali is tagged with Abseiling, Adventure and Off Road Trails. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Cali.
Nightlife in Cali
(3)Looking for nightlife? Cali has Clubs, Events and Music. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Cali.
Family in Cali
(1)Looking for family? Cali has Playgrounds. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Cali.
Shopping in Cali
(1)Shopping in Cali covers Shopping. Plan them together and you have a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Cali.
Best time to visit Cali
June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Snow activities belong to December to February. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Long-distance travel plus local networks make Cali straightforward to reach and cross. Time zone: America/Bogota.
Similar destinations
Places near Cali that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Cali known for?
- Cali, in Departamento del Valle del Cauca, Colombia, is best known for culture, nature and water sports. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 3,200,653 residents.
- What can you do in Cali?
- Recorded activities in Cali include Ancient Ruins, Art Galleries, Castles, Fountains and Historical Sites. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Cali?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Snow activities belong to December to February. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is Cali located?
- Cali is located in Departamento del Valle del Cauca, Colombia. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
Personal notes
Loading…