Jardín Plaza Mall in Cali: Cinema, Shops and How to Get There

Jardín Plaza is an open-air shopping mall in southern Cali, at Carrera 98 #16-200, Comuna 17. It opened in 2005 and today has more than 270 brands, a Royal Films cinema and more than 60 places to eat. The official website lists opening hours of 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. every day, with free parking.

About Jardín Plaza: history and growth

Jardín Plaza opened in 2005 with an open-air design that combines shopping, food and green areas, something unusual in Cali at the time. It has since grown in three phases: Plaza Sur (2015), Plaza Norte Phase 1 (2021) and Plaza Norte Phase 2 (2023), adding 38,000 m², according to the mall’s official blog (anniversary article, November 2025).

The same article reports more than 18 million visitors a year and places Jardín Plaza among the top ten luxury malls in Colombia, the mall’s own ranking, which this guide has not verified independently. The complex also includes the Jardín Central shopping and business center, with two office towers, and in 2025 the mall announced a 15-storey, 167-room GHL Hoteles hotel, with no confirmed opening date yet.

Cinema at Jardín Plaza: Royal Films, screens and showtimes

Royal Films runs the cinema at Jardín Plaza. This is confirmed by the mall’s official Instagram account and by posts from Royal Films itself, which in 2026 announced new Prime and VIP screens at this location; a cinema seating supplier (Inorca) also lists the project as “Royal Films Centro Comercial Jardín Plaza”. The mall’s official page does not name the operator explicitly, but uses Royal Films’ “Prime” naming.

Showtimes change every week. To see them and buy tickets, check the official Jardín Plaza cinema listings or Royal Films directly.

Shops and brands at Jardín Plaza

The official directory groups stores by category: women’s, men’s and children’s fashion, footwear, accessories, technology, sports, home and décor, jewellery, toy stores, bookshops, banks, services and casinos, among others. The official blog reports more than 270 national and international brands, 20 of them exclusive in Cali (November 2025).

Among the brands that arrived in the city for the first time through Jardín Plaza, the mall highlights Starbucks, Pandora, Bath & Body Works, Lego, Zara Home, H&M, Decathlon, iShop, Bershka and Pull&Bear. Falabella is the anchor store, with its own hours: Sunday to Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Friday to Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., according to its page in the official directory.

Restaurants and La Plaza

Jardín Plaza has more than 60 places to eat, from sit-down restaurants to quick options, according to the official restaurant directory. “La Plaza” is the area of the mall dedicated to traditional Cali food.

Opening hours

The official website lists these general hours, every day of the week including public holidays:

• Mall (common areas): 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
• Shops: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Casino: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.

Each shop, restaurant, bank and the cinema may keep their own hours within those ranges; Falabella, for example, closes later on weekdays than the general shop hours. Check the hours of the place you plan to visit before you go. Information checked on 22 September 2026.

Parking: free, with more than 5,000 spaces

Parking at Jardín Plaza is free for all visitors, with more than 5,000 spaces for cars, motorcycles and bicycles and 6 entrances from the main avenues, according to the official parking page. It operates during mall hours (8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.) and has reserved areas for people with reduced mobility, taxis and electric vehicles.

Entry is with a printed or digital ticket (QR code by WhatsApp or SMS). If you do not collect your vehicle before closing, the rules set a charge of two daily minimum wages (SMDLV) per night; the speed limit inside the car park is 10 km/h, and trucks, buses and vehicles over 2 tonnes are not allowed.

Are pets allowed at Jardín Plaza?

Yes, with conditions. According to the rules published on the official website (in Spanish), dogs and cats are allowed, up to two per family, with an up-to-date vaccination card and a maximum height of 60 cm. Pets can enter from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., different from the mall’s general hours, and some breeds considered potentially dangerous have additional restrictions. Registration is done in advance on the official pets page.

How to get to Jardín Plaza

Jardín Plaza is in southern Cali, on Carrera 98 at Calle 16. By car or taxi, these are road distances from the mall, estimated with the OSRM router without traffic:

• Plaza de Caycedo, in downtown Cali: about 11.6 km and 17 minutes.
• Chipichape Mall, in the north: about 15.4 km and 24 minutes.

These times increase at rush hour. If you are taking the MIO bus, check the Metrocali journey planner or a route app before you go, as the route depends on where you start.

Other shopping malls to visit in Cali

If Jardín Plaza does not have what you are looking for, the shopping malls category lists the ones already covered on this site. In the north are Chipichape Mall, about 15.4 km away, and Único Outlet (guide in Spanish), about 15 km away, the largest permanent-discount mall in the city. In the south is Unicentro Cali. To plan the rest of your trip, our guide to tourism in Cali covers what else to see in the city.

Frequently asked questions about Jardín Plaza

What are Jardín Plaza’s opening hours?

The mall opens from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. every day, including public holidays. Shops keep shorter hours, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and each store may vary within those ranges.

Which cinema is at Jardín Plaza and how do I buy tickets?

The cinema is run by Royal Films, including the Prime and VIP screens opened in 2026. Showtimes change every week; check the official Jardín Plaza cinema page or Royal Films directly.

Is parking at Jardín Plaza free?

Yes. Parking is completely free, with more than 5,000 spaces for cars, motorcycles and bicycles, during mall hours.

Can I bring my pet to Jardín Plaza?

Yes, dogs and cats, up to two per family and with an up-to-date vaccination card, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Some breeds have restrictions; check the official rules before you go.

Is Jardín Plaza the same as Centro Comercial Ciudad Jardín?

No. They are two different places in Cali, with different Google listings and locations. This guide covers only Jardín Plaza, at Carrera 98 #16-200.

Open-air shopping mall in southern Cali, open since 2005. It has more than 270 brands, a Royal Films cinema, more than 60 places to eat, a casino and free parking for more than 5,000 vehicles.