Things to Do in La Paz
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Things to Do in La Paz

47 curated spots from La Paz itineraries

Activities & Attractions

27 curated experiences

Museo Nacional de Etnografía
Do
morning

Museo Nacional de Etnografía

Private tour of indigenous artifacts and costumes.

1h 30m · $25/person
Balandra Beach Nature Time
Do
late_morning

Balandra Beach Nature Time

Head to Balandra in the morning by taxi or shuttle, wade in shallow turquoise water, walk the sandbars, or hike up to the mirador for panoramic views.[3][6]

3h · $10-20 transport, beach Free
Cholita Wrestling Match
Do
evening

Cholita Wrestling Match

Front-row VIP seats to indigenous women wrestlers.

3h · $100 VIP
Cholitas Wrestling
Do
evening

Cholitas Wrestling

VIP ringside seats to traditional Aymara matches.

2h · $60/person
Espíritu Santo Island Small-Group Boat Tour
Do
daytime

Espíritu Santo Island Small-Group Boat Tour

Full-day boat excursion from the marina visiting Espíritu Santo Island with snorkeling stops, beaches, and desert-island scenery; most tours include lunch and gear.[1][3][6]

7h · $100-150 per person
Gravity Bolivia Private Extreme Downhill
Do
morning

Gravity Bolivia Private Extreme Downhill

VIP group with pro guides, luxury transport, gourmet lunch.

6h · $200 private
Hotel Spa Day
Do
afternoon

Hotel Spa Day

Family pampering at Suites Camino Real spa.

2h · $150/person
Iglesia de San Francisco Photography
Do
morning

Iglesia de San Francisco Photography

Colonial facade and plaza at dawn light; best side angles for mist-free shots.

1h · Free
Kawsay Wasi Cooking Class
Do
morning

Kawsay Wasi Cooking Class

Private family session making empanadas and api.

2h 30m · $80/person
Live Music & Easy Nightlife on the Malecón
Do
evening

Live Music & Easy Nightlife on the Malecón

In the evening, drift between bars and cafés along the Malecón that host live bands or acoustic sets, settling wherever the vibe feels right.

2h · $10-25 per person (drinks)
Malecón de La Paz Morning Stroll
Do
late_morning

Malecón de La Paz Morning Stroll

Wander the seafront promenade from the main pier area, checking out public sculptures, small beaches, and views across the bay.

1h 30m · Free
Mercado de las Brujas Private Night Walk
Do
evening

Mercado de las Brujas Private Night Walk

Shaman-led exploration of potions, llama fetuses, and Pachamama altars after dark.

1h 30m · $150/couple
Mi Teleférico
Do
afternoon

Mi Teleférico

Private family cabin tour over city and mountains.

1h 30m · $50/family
Mi Teleférico Private Golden Hour Ride
Do
evening

Mi Teleférico Private Golden Hour Ride

Exclusive cable car to jungle valley viewpoints; sunset 5:30PM for mist photography.

1h 30m · $200/couple
Muela del Diablo Hike
Do
morning

Muela del Diablo Hike

Guided private trek to devil's landmark overlook.

2h 30m · $60 private
Murillo Plaza & Cathedral
Do
morning

Murillo Plaza & Cathedral

Private walking tour of historic heart; photo ops.

1h 30m · $20/person
Murillo Square & Palacio Quemado
Do
morning

Murillo Square & Palacio Quemado

VIP access to government palace and plaza history.

1h 30m · $40 private
Museo de Arte de Baja California Sur & Local Galleries
Do
late_morning

Museo de Arte de Baja California Sur & Local Galleries

Visit the regional art museum and then stroll nearby streets to peek into small galleries and studios showing local and Baja-inspired work.

2h · $3-8 per person
Private Tiwanaku Tour
Do
morning

Private Tiwanaku Tour

Full-day luxury transport to ancient ruins with archaeologist.

8h · $300/family
Sopocachi Neighborhood
Do
afternoon

Sopocachi Neighborhood

Private e-bike tour of trendy streets, street art.

2h · $40/person
Sunset on the Malecón & Evening People-Watching
Do
evening

Sunset on the Malecón & Evening People-Watching

Return around golden hour to watch the light fade over the bay, grab a bench or low sea wall spot, and enjoy street life.

1h 30m · Free
Sunset Wine Tasting at a Malecón Wine Bar
Do
evening

Sunset Wine Tasting at a Malecón Wine Bar

In the evening, visit a small wine bar along or just off the Malecón to sample Baja California and Mexican wines by the glass.

1h 30m · $15-30 per person
Tiwanaku Archaeological Site
Do
morning

Tiwanaku Archaeological Site

Exclusive private archaeologist-guided tour of UNESCO ruins.

5h · $250 private
Valley of the Moon
Do
afternoon

Valley of the Moon

VIP access to trails and viewpoints; easy family paths.

2h · $40/person
Valley of the Moon (Valle de la Luna)
Do
afternoon

Valley of the Moon (Valle de la Luna)

Private hike through surreal eroded formations with geologist.

2h · $60 private
Witches' Market
Do
morning

Witches' Market

Private guide explains potions, llama fetuses; shop souvenirs.

1h 30m · $30/person
Witches' Market (Mercado de las Brujas)
Do
morning

Witches' Market (Mercado de las Brujas)

Private shaman-led tour of potions, fetishes, and rituals.

1h 30m · $40 private

Restaurants & Food

20 local favorites

Gustu
Eat
evening

Gustu

Michelin-recognized tasting menu with hyper-local Andean ingredients like llama and Amazonian fruits.

3h · $150-250 per person
Ancestral
Eat
evening

Ancestral

Traditional with modern twist; family-style api and salteñas platters.

1h 30m · $80-150 per person
Tambo Colonial
Eat
morning

Tambo Colonial

Artisanal salteñas and fresh api corn drink with jungle-sourced fruits.

1h · $35 per person
Azul Marino (Costa Baja Marina)
Eat
afternoon

Azul Marino (Costa Baja Marina)

Marina-side restaurant; ask for pasta with vegetables, caprese-style dishes, and salads, confirming fully vegetarian preparation.

1h 15m · $20-35 per person
Bolivian Popular Food
Eat
afternoon

Bolivian Popular Food

Three-course organic Andean set: charque pique macho and llama tartare.

1h 15m · $80 per person
Café Corazón (Morning Smoothies & Bowls)
Eat
morning

Café Corazón (Morning Smoothies & Bowls)

Cozy café slightly back from the Malecón; great for smoothie bowls, yogurt with fruit, and veggie-packed toasts.

1h · $8-15 per person
Casa Vieja
Eat
evening

Casa Vieja

Historic hacienda with wood-fired pizzas and local wines.

1h 40m · $50-80 per person
Claros Fish Jr. (Centro, Veg-Friendly)
Eat
afternoon

Claros Fish Jr. (Centro, Veg-Friendly)

Casual taco spot; ask for grilled veggie tacos or quesadillas with cheese, beans, and salsas, plus guacamole and fries.

1h · $8-15 per person
Doce Cuarenta Coffee & Bakery (Centro)
Eat
morning

Doce Cuarenta Coffee & Bakery (Centro)

Hip café with shaded patio; order avocado toast, chia pudding, or a veggie breakfast sandwich plus good espresso.

1h · $10-18 per person
El Toro Mercado
Eat
evening

El Toro Mercado

Gourmet parrilla with aged Wagyu steaks and Bolivian malts.

2h · $80-120 per person
Frida Cocina Mexicana
Eat
afternoon

Frida Cocina Mexicana

Authentic upscale Mexican with imported tequilas.

1h 30m · $60-90 per person
Frida's Kitchen
Eat
afternoon

Frida's Kitchen

Mexican fusion; tacos al pastor.

1h · $60-110 per person
Hotel Restaurante Casa Grande
Eat
morning

Hotel Restaurante Casa Grande

Signature dishes with Illimani views; breakfast all day.

1h · $70-140 per person
La Puerta de las Americas
Eat
evening

La Puerta de las Americas

Seafood flown in fresh, ceviche and king crab specials.

2h · $90-140 per person
Maria California Restaurant
Eat
evening

Maria California Restaurant

Charming patio spot; order vegetarian enchiladas, chiles rellenos without meat, or cheese quesadillas with beans and salsas.

1h 15m · $15-25 per person
Marina Breakfast at Café Capri (near Marina Cortez)
Eat
morning

Marina Breakfast at Café Capri (near Marina Cortez)

Simple marina-side café; go for fruit plates, chilaquiles without meat, or omelets loaded with vegetables.

45m · $10-15 per person
Mercado Lanza Stalls (Private Guide)
Eat
afternoon

Mercado Lanza Stalls (Private Guide)

Curated street bites: relleno de papa, fresh salteñas, and api—exclusive vendor access.

1h · $25 per person
Met Restaurant at Met Hotel
Eat
afternoon

Met Restaurant at Met Hotel

Avant-garde tasting menus with molecular gastronomy touches.

2h 30m · $130-220 per person
Nim Restaurante
Eat
evening

Nim Restaurante

Stylish house-turned-restaurant; choose dishes like veggie risotto, salads, or pasta and ask for vegetarian adaptations where needed.

1h 30m · $25-40 per person
Ona
Eat
evening

Ona

Contemporary Bolivian; try llama tartare and high-altitude herbs.

2h · $120-200 per person

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