Highlights
- Let's have an introduction to La Paz in Montículo Park & Viewpoint
- Explore the city on the best transportation system: Our Teleférico!
- Learn about architecture, history and politics in the historical center
- Roam on the peculiar streets of La Paz and immerse yourself like a local
- Gain insight into Bolivia’s key traditions from an authentic Indigenous view
Description
Explore La Paz & El Alto beyond the beaten path on an authentic and thoughtfully curated local experience led by a passionate and in-love-with-La-Paz host.
This tour is ideal for travelers who want more than highlights — for those interested in understanding daily life, customs, quality of life, history, and the social dynamics that shape La Paz and El Alto today. Expect context, stories, and insights you won’t find in guidebooks.
We’ll begin at Plaza España in Sopocachi, La Paz’s bohemian neighborhood, starting from one of the city’s most scenic viewpoints. Along the way, you’ll hear local stories, historical context, and practical insights that will help you orient yourself in the city — especially useful if you’ve just arrived.
Next, we’ll ride the iconic Mi Teleférico cable car, an essential part of everyday life in La Paz and one of the most impressive urban transport systems in the world. From above, we’ll enjoy breathtaking views while learning about the relationship between La Paz and El Alto, stopping to explore less-visited areas and hidden gems that reveal the city’s true character.
On Thursdays and Sundays, we’ll also take a short walk through El Alto’s famous flea market, adding approximately 10 extra minutes to the tour.
After the cable car ride, we’ll continue through La Paz’s historic center, focusing on architecture, late history, and current social and political context. To truly enjoy this city, you need to understand how it works — just like a local.
We’ll conclude by walking through the touristic district, where, beyond souvenir shopping, you’ll learn about Andean beliefs, traditions, and rituals, and how paceños keep their culture alive in modern urban life.
⏰ Please note: We wait 5 minutes at the meeting point before starting. If you arrive late, contact the guide to receive the group’s live location.
Includes
Professional local host
Cable car tickets (4 rides per person)
Coca candy (ask your guide!)
Excludes
Snacks
Tips for your guide
Important Information
- The meeting point is Plaza España at 9h30 or 15h00, depending on your schedule choice and availability. Your host will be in the middle of the square with a blue cap.
Please bring comfortable shoes, a small water bottle, and layers if possible. You'll soon learn our weather can be very unpredictable. We will always carry coca candy in case you need it during the tour. Feel free to ask for some!
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
