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La Paz & El Alto: Urban Wonders Unveiled
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Duration
3 hours
Meeting point
Plaza España
Languages
English, Spanish
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.
Overview
Explore La Paz & El Alto beyond the beaten path on an authentic, curated local walking experience led by a passionate local.
This tour is ideal for travelers who want more than highlights and are curious about daily life, customs, history, and the social dynamics of both cities. Expect local context and stories you won’t find in guidebooks.
We begin at Plaza España in Sopocachi, La Paz’s bohemian neighborhood, visiting a scenic viewpoint while gaining orientation and historical insight. Next, we ride the iconic Cable Cars, an essential part of daily life in La Paz, enjoying breathtaking views and learning about the relationship between La Paz and El Alto while exploring lesser-known areas and hidden gems.
- On Thursdays and Sundays, the tour includes a short walk through El Alto’s famous flea market.
After the cable car ride, we continue through La Paz’s historic center, focusing on architecture, recent history, and current social life. We conclude in the touristic district, learning about Andean beliefs and traditions still present in modern urban life.
- Please note: We wait 5 minutes at the meeting point. If you arrive late, contact the guide for the group’s live location.
This tour is ideal for travelers who want more than highlights and are curious about daily life, customs, history, and the social dynamics of both cities. Expect local context and stories you won’t find in guidebooks.
We begin at Plaza España in Sopocachi, La Paz’s bohemian neighborhood, visiting a scenic viewpoint while gaining orientation and historical insight. Next, we ride the iconic Cable Cars, an essential part of daily life in La Paz, enjoying breathtaking views and learning about the relationship between La Paz and El Alto while exploring lesser-known areas and hidden gems.
- On Thursdays and Sundays, the tour includes a short walk through El Alto’s famous flea market.
After the cable car ride, we continue through La Paz’s historic center, focusing on architecture, recent history, and current social life. We conclude in the touristic district, learning about Andean beliefs and traditions still present in modern urban life.
- Please note: We wait 5 minutes at the meeting point. If you arrive late, contact the guide for the group’s live location.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible
Minimum Attendees
No minimum attendees
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
Extra cost is required
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:
- Teleferico de la Linea ROJA
- Plaza Murillo
- Mamani Mamani Gallery
- Teleferico station Linea Amarilla
- The Witches' Market
- Plaza Mayor de San Francisco
- Urban Soul 16 de Julio
- Hidden Gems
- History & Politics
- Authentic Traditions
- Lifestyle
- Cable Cars
- Off the Beaten Path
Our Guides
Belén
On arrival
I will be inside Plaza España, in the very middle, wearing a blue cap!
Things to note
Please bring comfy shoes, a small water bottle, and layers if possible! You'll soon learn our weather can be very unpredictable.
How can the tour be free?
Our concept is simple — there is no set price. Instead, you tip your guide at the end of the tour whatever amount feels right to you. Typically, guests give between $10 to €50, depending on their satisfaction and budget.
Most guides accept cash or card payments, or you can do it via our app.
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
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