Unicentro Cali: Cinema, Shops and How to Get There

Unicentro Cali is a shopping mall in southern Cali (Carrera 100 # 5-169), in Comuna 17. It has more than 300 stores and brands, a food court, an Éxito supermarket and a Cine Colombia multiplex. It has attended parking and direct access from the MIO bus trunk routes on Calle 5 and Carrera 100.

Opened in 1981, Unicentro was one of the pioneering shopping complexes in the urban growth of southern Cali. Its architecture stands out for wide, bright corridors, natural ventilation and interior gardens traditionally known as the “oasis”. It is a family-friendly, easy-to-reach stop for visitors exploring tourism in Cali, as well as for students and residents of Ciudad Jardín, El Limonar and Pasoancho. Pets are allowed in its corridors and open common areas under its pet-friendly rules.

Cinema at Unicentro Cali: Cine Colombia showtimes and screens

The cinema at Unicentro is run by Cine Colombia, one of the most traditional and popular in southern Cali. The multiplex has modern screens with 2D and 3D digital projection, surround sound, standard and preferential seating, and a snack bar with popcorn, drinks and snacks.

For current showtimes and ticket prices, check the live listings on the official Cine Colombia website or use the self-service kiosks in the cinema lobby. The listings change every Thursday with new national and international releases.

How to get to Unicentro Cali: MIO routes and transport

Unicentro Cali is well located on Carrera 100, the main road of southern Cali, which connects directly with Calle 5 and Avenida Pasoancho (Calle 13). This makes it easy to reach by public transport, car or taxi:

• By MIO bus: the nearest trunk-line stations are Univalle and Buitrera. Trunk and express routes such as E21 and T31 connect from the north (Menga and Paso del Comercio terminals) and downtown. Pre-trunk routes such as P21E, P51C, P21C and P60B stop in front of the mall on Carrera 100 and Calle 13.
• By car or taxi: from the north or west, take Calle 5 south to the junction with Carrera 100. From the east or downtown, the Autopista Suroriental and Avenida Pasoancho lead to the vehicle entrances on Calle 5 and Carrera 100. There are official taxi and drop-off bays at the pedestrian entrances.

Parking at Unicentro Cali: rates and payment

The mall has large covered and open-air car parks, monitored by security cameras and staff. Current visitor rates:

• Cars and SUVs (including electric and hybrid): COP 4,500 for the first 3 hours. Each extra hour or fraction costs COP 2,500.
• Motorcycles: COP 2,500 for the first 3 hours. Each extra hour or fraction costs COP 1,500.
• Bicycles: free, in the designated bike parking area with secure racks.

To leave faster without queuing at the pay stations, Unicentro offers digital options: you can pay your ticket through the Zybo app or WhatsApp channel, or with the Flypass electronic tag at the enabled barriers.

Shops, brands and food court

After more than four decades in business, Unicentro has more than 300 brands and stores, grouped by category:

• Fashion, footwear and sports: boutiques, international clothing brands, sports shoes, outdoor stores, leather goods and jewellers.
• Supermarket and convenience: the Éxito anchor store sells groceries, appliances, pharmacy items, technology and household goods.
• Banking and finance: Unicentro works as a financial hub in the south, with full branches of Bancolombia, Banco de Bogotá, Davivienda, BBVA and Banco de Occidente, currency exchanges, notary offices and ATMs with extended hours.
• Food and the “Oasis” food court: options range from traditional fast food and gourmet burgers to sit-down restaurants with steaks, Asian and Italian cuisine and regional dishes (sancocho valluno, empanadas, fried plantain with hogao). There are also speciality coffee shops, ice-cream parlours and bakeries.

Other shopping malls to visit in Cali

To compare shopping, food or family entertainment options in the shopping malls of Cali, the city’s main malls are:

• Chipichape Mall: the main mall in northern Cali, built on the old railway workshops, with open industrial architecture, a Cine Colombia cinema and a large food area.
• Jardín Plaza Mall: on Carrera 98 and Calle 16, a few minutes from Unicentro, with an open-air pedestrian boulevard, a Royal Films cinema and global fashion brands.
• Único Outlet (guide in Spanish): in the north of the city, Cali’s largest permanent-discount mall, with more than 400 brands and a Royal Films cinema.
• Palmetto Plaza Mall: on Calle 9 and Carrera 50, with shops, a food court and cinemas in the south-central area.

Frequently asked questions about Unicentro Cali

Which cinema is at Unicentro Cali?

Unicentro Cali has a multiplex run by Cine Colombia, with 2D and 3D screens, a snack bar and electronic ticketing for the latest releases in the city.

What are Unicentro Cali’s opening hours?

Unicentro Cali is open Monday to Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. and on Sundays and public holidays from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Stores usually open between 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., while restaurants and Cine Colombia stay open later depending on their showtimes.

How do I get to Unicentro Cali by MIO bus?

Take trunk routes E21 or T31 to Univalle or Buitrera stations, or pre-trunk routes such as P21E, P51C and P21C, which stop on Carrera 100 and Calle 5 in front of the mall.

How much is parking at Unicentro Cali?

For cars and SUVs, parking costs COP 4,500 for the first 3 hours and COP 2,500 for each extra hour. For motorcycles it is COP 2,500 for 3 hours and COP 1,500 for each extra hour. Bicycle parking is free.

Is Unicentro Cali the same as Unicentro Bogotá?

No. Although both were designed under the pioneering shopping-center model of the builder Pedro Gómez y Cía., they are completely independent malls, in different cities and run by different owners’ associations.

Unicentro Cali is a shopping mall in the south of the city with more than 300 stores, a Cine Colombia cinema, an Éxito supermarket, the Oasis food court and attended parking.