Copacabana Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Copacabana showing a coastal town, mountains and a sandy beach
Copacabana showing a sunset, general coastal views and boating
Copacabana featuring general coastal views and a beach
Copacabana
Copacabana which includes a monument and religious aspects

Hike in the Andes, boat on Lake Titicaca and seeimpressive religious spectacles in this small town on Bolivia’s western border.

Enjoy the wonders of the largest lake in South America fromthe waterfront town of Copacabana. LakeTiticaca spreads for hundreds of kilometres to the northwest of town,hiding islands and Inca ruins. Before taking a boat trip over the deep watersof the lake, explore the ancient town of Copacabana and its mountainoussurroundings.

Start out with a hike to the top of the hill looming overtown, the Cerro Calvario. The trailbegins at the Iglesia de Colquepata(Church of Colquepata) and leads to a religious monument at the summit.Look out over Lake Titicaca and note the layout of Copacabana.

The town is situated in mountainous terrain 3,841 metres(12,602 feet) above sea level. Hike to the Bañodel Inca (Bath of the Inca), a thermal spring, or the Asiento del Inca (Seat of the Inca), a throne-like rockarrangement. If you are an expert hiker, take the strenuous hike to Horca del Inca, an ancient observatorybuilt by the pre-Inca Chiripa people.

Explore the lake by joining a boat tour leaving from Copacabana’sport. Try to make it to the two nearby islands, the Isla de la Luna (Island of the Moon) and the Isla del Sol (Island of the Sun), where Incan civilisation began.

Visit Copacabana is on a holy day, when religious pilgrimsgather at the Plaza 2 de Febrero inthe heart of town for dances and religious services. Copacabana is considered aholy site due to the Virgin of Candelaria in its possession, a 16th-centurystatue in the Copacabana Cathedral.

The local cuisine consists of Andean specialties andTiticaca seafood. Have a buñuelo, a specialty donut, over a cup of “mate decoca” (coca-leaf tea) at a town market. Head to the restaurants at Copacabana Beach to eat lake trout.

Reach Copacabana by bus from La Paz (a 3-hour drive away) orPuno, Peru (a 2.5-hour drive away). Otherwise, cross Lake Titicaca from Peru byboat for a full tour of the mystical mountain lake.

Onkel Inn Torres Copacabana

Onkel Inn Torres Copacabana

3 out of 5
Av Costanera zona Chapampa, 257, Copacabana, Departamento de La Paz
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$70 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$70
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Copacabana. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Museo Taypi and Copacabana Beach are ...
7/10 Good! (2 reviews)
Lake view
"Lovely modern apartment with a great view of the lake and sunsets. Very proactive and friendly staff. Breakfast was simple but freshly prepared and very tasty. Llamas were a great addition to the experience. Perfect value for money."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Onkel Inn Torres Copacabana
Hotel La Cúpula

Hotel La Cúpula

2 out of 5
calle final Michel Perez, Copacabana, Copacabana
Stay at this hotel in Copacabana. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews)
"This hotel was outstanding in every way. The setting, the views, relaxed atmosphere was a perfect relaxing experience. The staff were all so helpful, polite and accommodating. Highly recommend this hotel as one of the best in Bolivia."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Hotel La Cúpula
Hotel Wendy Mar

Hotel Wendy Mar

3 out of 5
Avenida 16 de Julio s/n, Esquina calle Potosi, Copacabana
The price is AU$53 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
AU$53
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Copacabana. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Museo Taypi and Sucre Square are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (7 reviews)
Great value!
"For the Price, I did not expect much, but I was pleasantly surprised. Room was fine, breakfast was good and service was good!"

Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2025

Hotel Wendy Mar
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
suma samawi

suma samawi

2 out of 5
Av. Costanera, Copacabana, Departamento de La Paz
Stay at this cabin in Copacabana. Enjoy free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Museo Taypi and Copacabana Beach are located nearby.
suma samawi
ECOLODGE COPACABANA

ECOLODGE COPACABANA

2 out of 5
AV. COSTANERA, 99999, Copacabana, Departamento de La Paz
Stay at this cabin in Copacabana. Enjoy free parking, a beach shuttle (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Museo Taypi and Horca del Inca ...
ECOLODGE COPACABANA
Casa a Orillas de la Playa

Casa a Orillas de la Playa

Copacabana
Stay at this vacation home in Copacabana. Popular attractions Museo Taypi and Copacabana Beach are located nearby.
Casa a Orillas de la Playa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Activities