Downtown La Paz Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Plaza Murillo featuring heritage architecture, a city and a square or plaza
San Francisco Church featuring a city
Plaza Murillo featuring a city, heritage architecture and street scenes
National Museum of Art featuring interior views and art
La Paz featuring heritage elements

Popular places to visit

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
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 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
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
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

Activities

From La Paz: Uyuni Salt Flat Tour & Overnight Roundtrip Bus

From La Paz: Uyuni Salt Flat Tour & Overnight Roundtrip Bus

AU$346
per adult
From La Paz: Uyuni Salt Flat Tour & Overnight Roundtrip Bus
Tiwanaku & Puma Punku - The Ancient Civilization - Everything Included!

Tiwanaku & Puma Punku - The Ancient Civilization - Everything Included!

AU$87
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tiwanaku & Puma Punku - The Ancient Civilization - Everything Included!
Emerald Lagoon of Charquini

Full day Tour Charquini and Laguna Esmeralda

AU$51
per adult
Full day Tour Charquini and Laguna Esmeralda
Uyuni Salt Flats 3 Day Tour from La Paz city

Uyuni Salt Flats 3 Day Tour from La Paz city

AU$612
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Uyuni Salt Flats 3 Day Tour from La Paz city
Uyuni Bus Ticket from La Paz city 9:30 p.m.

Uyuni Bus Ticket from La Paz city 9:30 p.m.

AU$71
per adult
Uyuni Bus Ticket from La Paz city 9:30 p.m.
Full Day Guided Tour in Copacabana and Isla del Sol

Full Day Guided Tour in Copacabana and Isla del Sol

AU$77
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Guided Tour in Copacabana and Isla del Sol
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Our pick of the best Downtown La Paz Hotel Deals

Hotel Sagarnaga
Hotel Sagarnaga
3.5 out of 5
Sagarnaga 326 Zona Rosario, La Paz
The price is AU$63 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$63
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in La Paz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (341 reviews)
Excellent cosy hotel
"Hotel gave me early check in when I arrived 7am. They made taxi reservation for my ealy flight. Hotel locates on safe area and close to San Francisco church. You can walk to museums or Mi Teleferico stations. The cafe is good for lunch. Chicken soup at the restaurant was very salty."

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

Hotel Sagarnaga
Mitru Express
Mitru Express
3.5 out of 5
Casimiro Corrales N 1013, Zona Miraflores, La Paz
The price is AU$100 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
AU$100
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in La Paz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (160 reviews)
"Nice, clean property in good location. Restaurant onsite with great view."

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025

Mitru Express
Stannum Boutique Hotel & Spa
Stannum Boutique Hotel & Spa
4 out of 5
Edificio Multicine Pisos 5 & 12, La Paz, La Paz
The price is AU$185 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
AU$185
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in La Paz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (674 reviews)
"Excellent hotel. Service is outstanding"

Reviewed on 7 Mar. 2025

Stannum Boutique Hotel & Spa
Ritz Apart Hotel
Ritz Apart Hotel
4.5 out of 5
Plaza Isabel La Catolica Nro. 2478, La Paz
The price is AU$174 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$174
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in La Paz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (231 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on 25 Jan. 2025

Ritz Apart Hotel
Socialtel La Paz
Socialtel La Paz
3 out of 5
Avenida 20 de Octubre, No 2080, Zona Sopocachi, La Paz, La Paz
The price is AU$61 per night from 23 Apr to 24 Apr
AU$61
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hostel in La Paz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Plaza del Estudiante and Teatro al ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (92 reviews)
Definitely recommend. Dry clean, eclectic vibe ni
"Second day different room. Wanted to stay in a private room just because after using a dorm for the first night. No trouble with either and bed linens, room was very comfortable! The only thing is tbe or hate room was facing the street and if you open the window to let air in, it’s hard to sleep ..."

Reviewed on 9 Feb. 2025

Socialtel La Paz
Madero Hotel & Suites
Madero Hotel & Suites
3 out of 5
Calle México No. 1822, La Paz
The price is AU$113 per night from 11 Apr to 12 Apr
AU$113
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in La Paz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Plaza del Estudiante and National ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (58 reviews)
"Ok"

Reviewed on 10 Jan. 2025

Madero Hotel & Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown La Paz

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San Pedro

While you're in San Pedro, take in top sights like Plaza del Estudiante and jump on the metro at Edificio Correos Cable Car Station to see more of the city.

San Pedro
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Calle Sagarnaga

Cafes and shopping are notable features of Calle Sagarnaga. You might consider stopping by San Francisco Convent and Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Calle Sagarnaga
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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.

Sopocachi
La Paz which includes a city

Villa Pabón

If you're spending some time in Villa Pabón, Mirador Killi Killi and Calle Jaen are top sights worth seeing.

Villa Pabón
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Macrodistrito Sur

If you're spending time in Macrodistrito Sur, check out sights like San Miguel Arcángel Church 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.

Macrodistrito Sur
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San Miguel

Visitors to San Miguel enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Galería PURO is worth a stop.

San Miguel

Downtown La Paz Travel Guide

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