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Santiago de Cali self-guided walking tour

Bricks and Belief in Old Cali

Stroll through the historic heart of Cali to discover a city where colonial whitewashed walls meet bold modern brickwork. You will explore the legendary Plaza de Cayzedo, marvel at the unique Moorish patterns of the Torre Mudéjar, and see the very spot where the city was founded in 1536. This walk captures the architectural soul of the Valle del Cauca, blending civic grandeur with hidden cultural corners.

Audio tourSelf-guidediOS & Android
41minutes
0.9 kmdistance
6stops
Audio guideFormat
Bricks and Belief in Old Cali
FUNDACION URBANARTE / CC BY 2.0

Stops on this route

This tour works well for first-time visitors, weekend trips, and travelers who want to explore Santiago de Cali without a fixed tour time.

Route map for Santiago de Cali walking tour

Map for Santiago de Cali walking tour with 6 stops
The static map shows the tour route with Plaza de Cayzedo, Iglesia de San Francisco, Cali, Torre Mudéjar, Teatro Municipal Enrique Buenaventura, and 2 more stops.

Stops along the route

All stops on this self-guided tour at a glance.

  1. Plaza de Cayzedo in Santiago de Cali
    Víctor Hugo Hernández D. / CC BY-SA 2.0

    1Plaza de CayzedoSquare

    Welcome to the living room of Cali. This square is named after Joaquín de Cayzedo y Cuero, a local hero of the independence movement. You’ll see his bronze statue right in the center, but the real stars here are the towe…

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  2. Iglesia de San Francisco, Cali in Santiago de Cali
    Rafaelpalacios / CC BY-SA 3.0

    2Iglesia de San Francisco, Cali

    Just a short walk from the main square, we arrive at the Iglesia de San Francisco

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  3. Torre Mudéjar in Santiago de Cali
    marplar / CC BY 2.0

    3Torre Mudéjar

    Standing right next to the San Francisco church is the Torre Mudéjar, and it is truly one of a kind

    Style: Mudéjar architecture · Wikidata

  4. Teatro Municipal Enrique Buenaventura in Santiago de Cali
    Hernán Ordóñez Valverde / CC BY-SA 3.0

    4Teatro Municipal Enrique BuenaventuraTheatre

    We’ve moved into the cultural heart of the city at the Teatro Municipal Enrique Buenaventura

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  5. Centro Cultural de Cali in Santiago de Cali
    FUNDACION URBANARTE / CC BY 2.0

    5Centro Cultural de CaliTheatre

    Right across from the theater, we find a very different kind of beauty at the Centro Cultural de Cali

    Built: 1990 · Architect: Rogelio Salmona · Style: modern architecture · Wikidata

  6. Complejo religioso La Merced in Santiago de Cali
    marplar / CC BY 2.0

    6Complejo religioso La MercedChurch

    We end our journey at the Complejo religioso La Merced, the very birthplace of Cali

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Frequently asked questions

The key answers before you start.

Is this a self-guided audio tour?

Yes. In the CityTour AI app (iOS and Android), this is a self-guided audio tour for Santiago de Cali — start anytime, at your own pace, with map, stops, and audio narration.

What will you see on this tour?

On this tour you'll see, among others, Plaza de Cayzedo, Iglesia de San Francisco, Cali, Torre Mudéjar, Teatro Municipal Enrique Buenaventura, Centro Cultural de Cali, Complejo religioso La Merced and more sights.

Where does the tour start?

The route starts at Plaza de Cayzedo and ends at Complejo religioso La Merced. You can start anytime — the app guides you to the first stop.

How long does the tour take?

About 41 minutes for 6 stops — at your own pace, with breaks whenever you like.

How much does the tour cost?

This tour costs 8 credits. The exact price depends on the pack you buy and your country — roughly $3.

Is it an outdoor tour — are entry tickets included?

Yes, it's an outdoor tour: the sights are viewed from the outside. Entry tickets are not included, and step-free access cannot be guaranteed.

Is the audio guide available in my language?

The tour and audio guide are available in English, Deutsch, Français, Español, Italiano and 6 more languages. You pick your language in the app.

Can I use the tour offline?

Yes. Tours can be used offline.

Can I ask the AI questions along the way?

Yes. At every stop you can ask the AI directly if you want to know more or didn't understand something.