Sucre
Bolivia · Valles · 2810 m
Description
Sucre is Bolivia's constitutional capital and the country's historical, judicial, and cultural heart. Situated at an altitude of around 2,800 metres, the city is renowned for its exceptionally well-preserved colonial centre, whose whitewashed buildings have earned it the nickname “White City” and UNESCO World Heritage status. Around Plaza 25 de Mayo, elegant churches, monasteries, and colonial mansions define the cityscape. Home to the Casa de la Libertad, where Bolivia's declaration of independence was signed in 1825, Sucre ranks among South America's most significant historic cities. Just outside the city, Cal Orck'o preserves one of the world's largest concentrations of dinosaur footprints. Combining colonial heritage, living traditions, and a relaxed atmosphere, Sucre is widely regarded as one of the best-preserved and most beautiful colonial cities in Latin America.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 3 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: June – September
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Highlights
- Historic City of Sucre (UNESCO)
- Plaza 25 de Mayo & Metropolitan Cathedral
- Casa de la Libertad
- La Recoleta Monastery & Viewpoint
- Cal Orck'o Dinosaur Footprints(Day trip)
- Parque Cretácico(Day trip)
- San Felipe Neri Convent Rooftop
- ASUR Textile Museum
- Treasure Museum
- Museum of Indigenous Art
- Museum of Ethnography and Folklore (MUSEF)
- Santa Clara Convent Museum
- General Cemetery
- Glorieta Castle(Day trip)
- Tarabuco Market(Day trip)
- Maragua Crater(Day trip)
- Niño Mayo Footprints(Day trip)
- Inca Trails around Sucre(Day trip)
- 7 Cascadas(Day trip)
- Cretaceous Park Viewpoint(Day trip)
- Bolivar Park
- Simón Rodríguez Viewpoint
- Central Market
- Traditional Salteñas
- Local Chocolate Shops
- Café Culture
Getting there
- Airports:
- SRE