Calima Gold Museum of the Bank of the Republic

Two great exhibits: Gold, artifacts and history on the indigenous inhabitants of the area; and the environmental ecosystem of the Magdalena River basin. This is a very nice museum that will not overwhelm you, but provides some great history and current information on Columbia’s past and present.

Free entrance. Interesting and small area. Nice clear explanation. You have another area about the geographical are of Colombia and Cali zone. River, agricolture, weather etc.. on the third floor there Is a picture exposition, really small but nice! No waiting time, security guards and free Lockers.

A very small museum (it fits in a single room) but many items are quite beautiful, and the texts are helpful in understanding the specifics of the region. Really worth the visit – and free to access.

The museum is a nice visit for anyone interested in the rich pre-Hispanic heritage of Colombia. Located in the historic center of the city, this archaeological museum is dedicated to the Calima culture and offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the Llama, Yotoco, and Sonso societies through its impressive collection of 615 artifacts. The museum, which was inaugurated on May 9, 1991, features a diverse array of pre-Hispanic objects crafted from gold, ceramic, stone, wood, and shell. Despite its relatively small size it occupies just one room inside the Bank of the Republic building this museum is packed with history and artistry. Artifacts from the Malagana society are housed in the Gold Museum in Bogotá due to space constraints. Admission is free for all visitors, making it an accessible and educational destination. The museum is open from Tuesday to Saturday, and guided tours are available upon request, providing deeper insights into the exhibits. Overall, the museum showcases the archaeological heritage of the Valle del Cauca region and is a good visit.

I went there on Tuesday 11:00 and the guard at the desk just barked "closed" at me, so I'm not sure about opening hours

A smaller version of the daddy in Bogota however, it's still worth a visit. Entrance is gratis and the museum gives an overview of the local culture and craftsmanship prior to the Spanish conquest. They also have other exhibitions featuring Colombian artists and a listening room for classical music during lunch time. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the area and interested in precolombina culture.

Small but informative museum in the city center, a few blocks from La Merced and the Boulevard riverwalk. Signs are in English and Spanish. Free admission and they hold your bags for you in lockers while you walk around the space.

I recommend visiting this museum. The section displaying artworks are very good. There is some environmental awareness pieces to see. The gold artifacts section is also very worth visiting.