La Paz
Bolivia · Altiplano · 3640 m
Description
La Paz is the seat of government of Bolivia and the highest seat of government in the world. Spectacularly set within a deep Andean valley, the city is renowned for its dramatic topography, the world's largest urban cable car network, Mi Teleférico, its vibrant Indigenous culture, and the famous Witches' Market. Around Plaza Murillo, historic buildings, government institutions, and colonial architecture shape the cityscape, while the snow-capped Illimani provides a striking backdrop. Blending centuries-old Andean traditions with the energy of a modern metropolis, La Paz is the political, cultural, and economic center of western Bolivia.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 2 to 4 days (optimal 3 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: June – September
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Mi Teleférico Cable Car Network
- Witches' Market (Mercado de las Brujas)
- Valle de la Luna
- Plaza Murillo
- Basilica of San Francisco
- Museo Nacional de Arte
- Calle Jaén
- San Pedro Prison Exterior
- Mercado Rodríguez
- Mercado Lanza
- Mercado 16 de Julio (Thursday & Sunday)
- Mirador Killi Killi
- Mirador Laikakota
- Parque Urbano Central
- Muela del Diablo(Day trip)
- Valle de las Ánimas(Day trip)
- Museum of Ethnography and Folklore (MUSEF)
- Coca Museum
- National Museum of Archaeology
- Costumbrista Museum
- Tambo Quirquincho Museum
- Japanese Garden
- Montículo Park
- El Alto Viewpoints
- Cholets of El Alto
- Death Road Mountain Biking(Day trip)
- Huayna Potosí(Day trip)
- Chacaltaya(Day trip)
- Tiwanaku Archaeological Site (UNESCO)(Day trip)
- Traditional Salteñas
- Api con Pastel
- Specialty Coffee Cafés
Getting there
- Airports:
- LPB