Downtown La Paz Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown La Paz
Popular places to visit
Witches' Market
Step into the world of traditional Aymara medicines, where the smells of herbs fill the air, ritual treatments are performed and Andean crafts are sold.
La Paz Metropolitan Cathedral
Striking neoclassical architecture and impressive stained glass windows testify to the city’s turbulent political history.
Plaza Murillo
Unwind in the heart of La Paz, where majestic buildings line the square and grand statues tell of a history of political unrest and independence.
Plaza San Francisco
Admire historic architecture, enjoy street performers and magicians, buy arts, crafts and medicinal herbs and taste local delicacies at the food markets.
Estadio Hernando Siles
Catch an event at Estadio Hernando Siles during your trip to La Paz. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
San Francisco Church
This historic church blends colonial and traditional architectural styles, ornate detailing, religious artworks and views of La Paz from the top of its tower.
Activities
La Paz: Cholitas Wrestling Tickets and Transfer
Full Day Guided Tour in Copacabana and Isla del Sol
La Paz: Queens of the Ring, Cholitas Wrestling
Our pick of the best Downtown La Paz Hotel Deals
Stannum Boutique Hotel & Spa
Good location, personnel was very polite
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Mitru Express
Good property with a great view from the restaurant
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Hotel Presidente
Yes stores were close by and it was a nice warm place.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Las Brisas Centro Hotel
Rooms are clean Excellent breakfast. Nice place to stay.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Hotel Europa La Paz
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Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Illampu Art Boutique Hotel
Great location, hotel staff was wonderful. Great breakfast. Beautiful rooms and themed floors. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown La Paz
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.
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.
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.
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.
Villa Pabón
If you're spending some time in Villa Pabón, Tupac Katari Mirador and Mirador Killi Killi are top sights worth seeing.
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.
