Cali scooter tour: Landmarks, street food & Cali River ride

Navigate Cali's hidden corners on two wheels, tasting street food as you go.

A 3- to 4-hour scooter tour of Cali that combines riverside rides, colonial landmarks, and street food stops with a bilingual guide. You'll visit San Antonio Church, the Cali River path, Jairo Varela Plaza with its Trumpet Monument, and the beloved El Gato del Río sculpture, plus stops at historic churches and the city's oldest neighborhoods. Pickup is included. Brunch and a helmet are provided.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Cat Park10m
2. San Antonio Church20m
3. Caicedo Square5m

Scooter tour of Cali landmarks and food

• Ride along Cali River banks
• Stop at Jairo Varela Plaza
• Visit El Gato del Río sculpture
• Take a break at El Peñón Park
• Explore San Antonio neighborhood and church
• Visit Imprenta La Linterna print shop
• See Iglesia La Merced church
• Admire Iglesia de San Francisco
• Walk through Plaza de Caicedo
• Marvel at Coltabaco Building
• Stroll Parque de los Poetas
• Visit La Ermita Church

The experience

The tour starts at the Cali River, where you ride along a green corridor lined with vegetation and bird life that cuts through the city's heart. This peaceful route sets the pace for the day. You're moving through the city but not rushing through it. From there, the scooter takes you to Jairo Varela Plaza, where the massive Trumpet Monument stands as a tribute to the legendary salsa composer and founder of Grupo Niche. An interactive sound system plays classic salsa tunes, and the plaza itself is one of Cali's most recognizable urban spaces.

The tour includes stops at landmarks most visitors miss: Imprenta La Linterna, a traditional letterpress print shop operating since 1934 with vintage posters and handmade prints marking cultural moments in Colombian history; La Merced, the oldest church in Cali and the site where the city was founded in 1536; and San Antonio Church, an 18th-century colonial chapel perched on a hilltop with panoramic views of the city below. The neighborhood around San Antonio is filled with cobblestone streets, colorful houses, and artisan markets. You'll also see El Gato del Río, a giant bronze cat sculpture by artist Hernando Tejada that sits along the river, surrounded by a dozen smaller painted cat sculptures created by different artists.

A bilingual guide leads the tour and provides personalized insights into the neighborhoods and their role in Cali's identity. Brunch is included, served at a local spot along the route. You'll have a helmet, bottled water, and the scooter itself. The tour covers government fees. The pace is flexible enough to let you linger at stops that interest you, and the guide adjusts based on what you want to see.

What’s included

• Private scooter transportation.
• helmet and bottled water.
• brunch at a local stop.
• government fees.
• bilingual guide providing personalized insights into neighborhoods and landmarks.
• hotel or central pickup included.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day8 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 15:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (18 to 59 years) · Senior (60 to 70 years) · Youth (16 years) · Under 16: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Colombianbikeroads

Is this one for you?The tour picks you up and provides the scooter, so you don't need a car or prior knowledge of Cali's layout. If you're staying in a hotel or central location without easy access to public transport, pickup is included, and the scooter handles the distances between neighborhoods that would take much longer on foot.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (16 years). Under 16: they can't be included in the booking.

What is the Trumpet Monument at Jairo Varela Plaza?

The Trumpet Monument is a massive sculpture shaped like a trumpet that stands at Jairo Varela Plaza, honoring Jairo Varela, the legendary composer and founder of Grupo Niche, a symbol of salsa music in Cali. The plaza also has an interactive sound system that plays classic salsa tunes.

Can I ride the scooter if I've never done it before?

Yes. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels, and the guide will help you get comfortable on the scooter before you start. The pace is flexible, so you can ride at a speed that feels right for you.

What is El Gato del Río and why is it important to Cali?

El Gato del Río is a beloved bronze cat sculpture created by Colombian artist Hernando Tejada that sits along the Cali River. It has become a symbol of the city, surrounded by more than a dozen smaller painted cat sculptures created by different artists, making it a favorite spot for photos and a reflection of Cali's public art culture.

Does the tour include food, and what kind?

Yes, brunch is included and served at a local spot along the route. You'll taste authentic local street food at various stops during the tour, giving you a sense of how Cali's food culture fits into the neighborhoods you're exploring.

What happens if I don't have a driver's license or can't ride a scooter?

The tour requires riders to operate the scooter themselves. If you're unable to ride, you may want to contact the operator before booking to discuss alternatives or other tour options in Cali.

Is San Antonio Church accessible by scooter, or do I have to walk?

You'll ride the scooter up to San Antonio, then climb a lush, tree-lined path on foot to reach the 18th-century colonial chapel at the top. From there, you get panoramic views of the city below and access to the surrounding neighborhood's cobblestone streets and artisan markets.