What to do in La Paz

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Plaza Murillo featuring heritage architecture, a city and a square or plaza
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La Paz Tourist Attractions & Activities

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1. Witches' Market

Perhaps the best place in La Paz to learn about Aymara culture is the Mercado de las Brujas (Witches’ Market). Here, the Andean indigenous group sells its clothing and handicrafts alongside herbal remedies and magical amulets. Discover the beliefs of the Aymara, see some of their stranger artefacts and buy some memorable souvenirs to take home with you.
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Witches\' Market which includes markets

2. Valle de la Luna

The Valle de la Luna is an unusual geological terrain comprising clay spires and troughs. Erosion has worn down a mountain, creating a colorful and moon-like topography. Admire the reds, violets and browns of this fascinating landscape just outside of La Paz.
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Valle de la Luna showing tranquil scenes

3. La Paz Metropolitan Cathedral

Located next to the Presidential Palace, La Paz Cathedral is one of the most important churches in Bolivia. See the tomb of a former Bolivian president inside, and learn about the political leaders executed on the plaza in front of the church. The rich neoclassical design of La Paz’s central church is one of the city’s most iconic sights.
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4. Plaza Murillo

Encircled with stately colonial-era palaces, Plaza Murillo is the historical heart of La Paz and the political centre of Bolivia. While the square is named after the revolutionary leader Pedro Domingo Murillo, it has been the city’s central square since colonial times. Tour the government buildings, visit a national art museum and enjoy the shade from the ring of trees around the square.
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Plaza Murillo featuring heritage architecture, a city and a square or plaza

5. San Francisco Church

San Francisco Church has stood in the heart of La Paz since the city’s founding. Its massive bell tower rises above one of the city’s main squares, the Plaza San Francisco. Study the mixed design that the cathedral has picked up over its long and storied history. Visit the Museo San Francisco in the neighbouring convent to see colonial-era religious artefacts and devotional artworks.
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6. Plaza San Francisco

Get a panoramic view over the city centre, sample a tropical fruit from a street vendor and witness a political demonstration at Plaza San Francisco. This main square is one of the city’s most popular meeting places, attracting street musicians and La Paz’s sizeable indigenous population.
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Plaza San Francisco which includes street scenes

7. National Museum of Art

Navigate many centuries of art from Bolivia and the rest of Latin America at the National Museum of Art (Museo Nacional). The museum is situated in a beautiful historic space, a three-storey mansion called the Palacio de los Condes de Arana. See Bolivian works ranging from the pre-Hispanic period to contemporary times as you tour the balconies and courtyards of the museum.
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National Museum of Art featuring interior views and art

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What to do in La Paz

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Witches\' Market which includes food

Witches' Market

4/5(3 reviews)

Lucky frogs, godly mummified llama foetuses and roving witch doctors are all common at this specialty Aymara market.

Witches' Market
Valle de la Luna which includes tranquil scenes

Valle de la Luna

Clamber around the spikes and trenches of this unusual topography and follow the circular paths for spectacular views of otherworldly scenery.

Valle de la Luna
La Paz Metropolitan Cathedral

La Paz Metropolitan Cathedral

5/5(1 review)

Stained-glass windows depicting former Bolivian presidents as well as a presidential tomb grace this church in La Paz’s political centre.

La Paz Metropolitan Cathedral
Plaza Murillo featuring heritage architecture, a city and a square or plaza

Plaza Murillo

4/5(1 review)

The home of Bolivia’s president, Congress and much of its most prized national art can be found around this central square.

Plaza Murillo
San Francisco Church which includes heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and a city

San Francisco Church

5/5(1 review)

This ancient church and its affiliated historical museum offer a glimpse into religious life from the city’s earliest days.

San Francisco Church
Plaza San Francisco which includes street scenes

Plaza San Francisco

4/5(1 review)

Political demonstrations, street performers, food vendors and La Paz’s indigenous population converge on this centrally located square.

Plaza San Francisco
National Museum of Art which includes a city, heritage architecture and street scenes

National Museum of Art

Browse indigenous, colonial and contemporary works by Bolivian artists at this wide-ranging museum in a colonial-era estate.

National Museum of Art
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Mirador Killi Killi

Learn about the local history of La Paz with a stop at Mirador Killi Killi. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Mirador Killi Killi
Calle Jaen

Calle Jaen

Stroll along this picturesque street to admire its colonial architecture and visit museums dedicated to Bolivian history, musical instruments and gold.

Calle Jaen

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Plaza Murillo featuring heritage architecture, a city and a square or plaza

Downtown La Paz

4.5/5(9 area reviews)

Shopping, churches and mountain views highlight some notable features of Downtown La Paz. Make a stop by Estadio Hernando Siles or Plaza del Estudiante while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Teatro al Aire Libre Cable Car Station or Plaza Triangular Cable Car Station to get around town.

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Sopocachi

Theatres, restaurants and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Sopocachi. Sights like Plaza Abaroa and Parque del Monticulo are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater La Paz area at Sopocachi Cable Car Station.

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Macrodistrito Sur

If you're spending time in Macrodistrito Sur, check out sights like Irpavi Cable Car Station or Megacenter Bolivia and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Obrajes Cable Car Station or Alto Obrajes Cable Car Station.

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San Miguel

San Miguel is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Galería PURO and El Bosque Boulevard Food Court.

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Miraflores

If you're spending time in Miraflores, check out sights like Estadio Hernando Siles or Bolivian Andean Textiles Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Monumento a Busch Cable Car Station or Héroes de la Revolución Cable Car Station.

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San Jorge

While you're in San Jorge, take in top sights like Multicine entertainment center and jump on the metro at San Jorge Cable Car Station to see more of the city.

San Jorge

 

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Frequently asked questions

Is La Paz worth visiting?
One of the most common things to do in La Paz is visit La Paz Metropolitan Cathedral. Check this top sight off your agenda, then experience more of this area's history and markets.
How do I spend a day in La Paz?
Kick-start your day with a visit to Mirador Killi Killi and Valle de las Animas. Then, tour other areas of La Paz for local dining and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in La Paz?
La Paz Metropolitan Cathedral is one of the top tourist attractions in La Paz and should feature high on every itinerary of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in La Paz?
Three days in La Paz is more than enough to enjoy the city's major attractions. Many guests book for three days on average. La Paz Metropolitan Cathedral, National Museum of Art and Teatro Municipal Alberto Saavedra Pérez are among the most popular sights. Want to discover more? Stick around a while longer to explore nearby hotspots such as Calle Sagarnaga.
Is La Paz a walkable city?
It all comes down to what you plan to see and do in La Paz. Several key attractions, including La Paz Metropolitan Cathedral and National Museum of Art, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a stroll through some of La Paz's best neighbourhoods, Downtown La Paz is 0.80 kilometres away from downtown, while San Pedro is 0.32 kilometres away from the city centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in La Paz with kids?
If you're searching for sights and tours for all the family, take a look at these great ideas for what to do in La Paz with kids.

What to do in La Paz for adults?
There are lots of things to do in La Paz, with entertainment for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to Calle Jaen or Calle Comercio.
Are there free things to do in La Paz?
One of the top ways to find free things to do in La Paz is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on exciting neighbourhoods, parks and other hotspots you can experience without reaching into your pocket. La Paz Metropolitan Cathedral is one place that doesn't charge an admission fee.

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