Santa Elena Travel Guide
Cali
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Popular places to visit
Santiago de Cali University
Explore the campus of Santiago de Cali University during your trip to Cali. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Cali Zoo
Why not visit the animals who live at Cali Zoo during your travels in Cali? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Cristo Rey
Find out about the history of Cali when you take a trip to Cristo Rey. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Bulevar del Río
Bulevar del Río is just one of the places to see in Cali, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Chipichape Shopping Center
During your trip to Cali, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Chipichape Shopping Center. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Fundacion Valle del Lili
If Fundacion Valle del Lili is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Cali.
Things to do
San Cipriano (Jungle, Tubing and Waterfalls)
Cali: Alfonso Bonilla Aragón Airpot One Way Transfer
A day to enjoy nature and have an adventure in the Jordan river
Cali: Pico de Loro Trekking Adventure - Farallones de Cali
Cali Guided ascent to the hill of the 3 crossings
Top hotels in Santa Elena
InterContinental Cali by IHG
"The hotel is well situated and is considered a historical site in the Cali culture. While it is well maintained, it is very evident that it has not been remodeled since the early 90s. The room and it’s bathroom felt dated. Also, keep in mind that they do not have transportation; thus, you have to ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
NH Cali Royal
"Mejoren la atención al cliente"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hotel Spirito by Spiwak
"I say the same thing every time! I Love everything about Spirito and Dpiwak! You can’t go wrong!!!!"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Hotel Spiwak Chipichape Cali
"Excelente desayuno perfecta atención y orientación del personal del hotel lo único que el minibar me cobraron muy caro por unos mecatos y refresco sin informarme primero el resto todo muy armónico y muy alegre lugar para ir con la familia"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Sonesta Hotel Cali
"Good location spot"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
NH Boulevard Del Río Cali
"Todo súper bien"
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Elena
3 de Julio
Though 3 de Julio may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Olympic Stadium Pascual Guerrero and Jaime Aparicio Pan American Sports Park.
Nuevo San Fernando
If you're spending some time in Nuevo San Fernando, Olympic Stadium Pascual Guerrero and YAWA Science Center are top sights worth seeing.
Santa Rosa
Santa Rosa might not have many top sights, but Valle del Cauca Government Building and Comfandi and Comfenalco Cultural Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
San Antonio
When in San Antonio, you can plan a visit to Valle del Cauca Government Building and Enrique Buenaventura Municipal Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Nueva Floresta
While there might not be top attractions in Nueva Floresta, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Caña Aquapark and Valle del Cauca Government Building.
San Pedro
If you're spending some time in San Pedro, Valle del Cauca Government Building and Caicedo Square are top sights worth seeing.
