Cali salsa culture and street art walking tour
Activities

Cali salsa culture and street art walking tour

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$16.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, Spanish
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 3 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • You'll discover the historical and cultural roots of salsa in Cali
  • It's a deeper look at salsa beyond dance and nightlife
  • You'll learn how music shaped local identity and social movements
  • The tour explores murals dedicated to influential salsa figures
  • It connects the history of salsa with Cali's popular culture and heritage
What to expect

Discover the cultural significance of salsa in Cali on a tour that goes beyond music and dance. Known for its vibrant nightlife and world-renowned salsa style, the city has become a destination for those eager to experience this artistic expression that blends rhythm, joy and creativity.

Explore the historical roots of salsa and learn how it emerged through processes of African emancipation, evolving into an important element of local popular culture. Through its lyrics, salsa has reflected social movements, historical events, personal stories and calls for change. Follow the journey of this musical genre from its Caribbean origins and development in New York to its cultural boom in Cali between the 1960s and 1980s. Along the way, discover how salsa became a powerful connection between communities and social groups, taking on romantic, folkloric and revolutionary meanings.

As you walk through the city, admire murals dedicated to iconic salsa figures and encounter street art linked to wider social movements, highlighting the enduring relationship between music, identity and popular struggle in Cali.

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What's included
  • check Guided walking tour
  • check Local guide
What's not included
  • x_not_included Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • x_not_included Tips
Where

Museo Jairo Varela, Avenida 2 Norte, Granada, Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia

Meeting point:
Meet your guide, easily recognisable by the red umbrellas, at the Plazoleta Jairo Varela.
What to remember

Accessibility:

  • This walking tour covers approximately 4 km and includes periods of standing while listening to the guide

Not allowed:

  • Participants under 18 years of age

Know in advance:

  • The experience takes place outdoors and may be affected by weather conditions
  • Some areas visited during the tour may be crowded, so please keep personal belongings secure

Remember to bring:

  • An open mind to discover and understand the area's history
  • A rainproof coat or umbrella in case of wet weather
  • Water
  • Comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for walking
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Provider
Beyond Colombia BC
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 50 hours before the experience begins. If you cancel up to 48 hours before, you can still receive a 100% refund.

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