Cali may just offer everything that a shop-a-holic craves, from chic boutiques in the Barrios of La Granada and El Peñon to the sleek and ultra modern shopping centers of Palmetto Plaza, Jardín Plaza, Cosmocentro, Unicentro, Chipichape and Centenario.
Chipichape, in the north, is currently “THE” mall of choice. By day, shoppers hoard the place in search of the latest bargain or to people watch on one of the benches on its several floors filled with stores. Chipichape’s eateries are popular at lunchtime. Throughout the day, caleños come...
Both these neighborhoods are famous for their art galleries, antique shops, fashion boutiques, artisan stores, and restaurants. In Granada, the Galeria cafe has good food and sculptures by local artist Emilio Hernandez. Across the river from El Peñon, you can admire the dozen of cat sculptures...
This well-stocked shopping center in the southern part of Cali has a wide range of modern clothing and electronics stores. You are certain to find all of the major brand named accessories here. This mall has a movie theater inside. It is also one of the few places in the city with wi-fi...
Little stores line the streets around Loma de la Cruz, making this area your best bet for purchasing artisan or locally made goods. There is a strange legend called “Mano del Negro” (The Black Hand) surrounding this part of town. Long ago, it was here that a black slave was unjustly killed. ...
If you’re looking for quality goods at a discounted price, this is the outlet mall for you. This is the only place in the city where leading brands are sold at 50 percent off the retail price. If you get tired of shopping, you can rest your feet while watching a movie at the 12-screen cinema. ...