The River Cat, Cali

Name: The River Cat
Address: Av 4N Oeste, Cali, Colombia

#24 among attractions in Cali

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El Gato del Río is a sculpture by Colombian artist Hernando Tejada. The sculpture was inaugurated on July 3, 1996 and is located on the side of the Cali River in Cali, Colombia. Over time, it has turned into a famous landmark of the city along with the monument to Sebastián de Belalcázar and Cristo Rey. ()

Local name: El Gato del Río Coordinates: 3°27'5"N, 76°32'35"W

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Av 4N OesteComuna 2 (Normandia)Cali Colombia

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Day trips

The River Cat – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cali Zoo, Museo La Tertulia, Calima Gold Museum, St. Peter the Apostle Cathedral.

1.1 miW
Zoo
Cali Zoo, Cali
28 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cali, Colombia, the Cali Zoo stands as a beacon of wildlife conservation and education. This lush sanctuary, officially known as Zoologico de Cali, is home to a diverse array of species, both native and exotic.
~870 ftSW
Museum, Art museum
Museo La Tertulia, Cali
5 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant heart of Cali, Colombia, the Museo La Tertulia stands as a beacon of culture and artistic expression. As the premier museum in the city, it is dedicated to the presentation and preservation of both modern and contemporary art.
0.5 miE
Museum, Specialty museum
Calima Gold Museum, Cali
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cali, Colombia, the Calima Gold Museum (Museo del Oro Calima) is a treasure trove of history and culture. This museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the rich heritage of the Calima culture, one of the ancient indigenous societies of...
0.7 miE
Church
St. Peter the Apostle Cathedral, Cali
19 min walk • The Cathedral of St. Peter the Apostle in Cali also called the Metropolitan Cathedral of Cali or simply the Cali Cathedral, is the mother church of the city of Cali, Colombia, and the seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Cali.
0.5 miE
3°27'2"N • 76°32'12"W
Museo Arqueologico La Merced, Cali
12 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum
0.8 miE
Church
La Ermita, Cali
21 min walk • La Ermita church is a Catholic temple located in Santiago de Cali, Colombia. It was originally a thatched building from the early 17th century, established near the Cali River and dedicated to Nuestra Señora de la Soledad and Señor de la Caña.
~1100 ftSW
Memorial
Belalcazar's Statue, Cali
6 min walk • The monument to Sebastián de Belalcázar is located in Santiago de Cali, capital of Valle del Cauca, Colombia. It is a statue of Sebastián de Belalcázar, Spanish conquistador founded the city on June 25, 1536 and it is one of the most iconic...
0.6 miE
Park
Bulevar de la Avenida Colombia, Cali
16 min walk • Colombia Avenue Boulevard, also known as the Bulevar del Rio for being located on the banks of the Cali River, is a boulevard located in the historic center of the city of Santiago de Cali, Colombia.
0.8 miE
3°27'11"N • 76°31'56"W
Teatro Jorge Isaacs, Cali
20 min walk • Concerts and shows, Entertainment, Theater
0.7 miE
3°27'15"N • 76°31'58"W
Puente Ortiz, Cali
19 min walk • Bridge
0.5 miE
3°27'2"N • 76°32'11"W
Complejo religioso La Merced, Cali
12 min walk • Museum, Art museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to The River Cat?

Nearby attractions include Museo La Tertulia, Cali (5 min walk), Belalcazar's Statue, Cali (6 min walk), Capilla de San Antonio, Cali (8 min walk), Caliwood, Cali (8 min walk).

How to get to The River Cat by public transport?

The nearest stations to The River Cat:

Bus

Estación MIO - La Ermita (21 min walk)
Estación MIO - Plaza de Caicedo (21 min walk)