Top 10 Sights & Landmarks in La Paz Department, La Paz Department

April 8, 2022 Jeremy Dunfee

Discover the best top things to do in La Paz Department, Bolivia including Puente Colgante Sorata, Camino de la Muerte, Iglesia de San Francisco, WMDR Yungas Road, Isla del Sol, Cerro Calvario, Muela del Diablo, Mi Teleferico, Mirador Killi Killi, La Cumbre.
Restaurants in La Paz Department

1. Puente Colgante Sorata

Camino del Rio, Sorata Bolivia
Excellent
100%
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0%
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Puente Colgante Sorata

2. Camino de la Muerte

Coroico Bolivia +591 72095243 http://www.maniaticadventure.com
Excellent
92%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 13 reviews

Camino de la Muerte

3. Iglesia de San Francisco

Plaza San Francisco at Avenida Mariscal Santa Cruz, La Paz Bolivia +591 2 2318472 http://musfdcs.hol.es
Excellent
43%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,011 reviews

Iglesia de San Francisco

This centuries-old church combines Spanish and native building styles.

Reviewed By 652pennyh - Umina Beach, Australia

The entry fee of 20 BOB is worth it. We had an informative guide take us through the museum, explaining the history of the Cathedral, paintings & St Francis along the way. The cloisters , garden & rooms we visited were very interesting & we got to go up onto the roof of the Cathedral for great views over the square & surrounds.

4. WMDR Yungas Road

La Paz Bolivia
Excellent
78%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,991 reviews

WMDR Yungas Road

Reviewed By walt101 - Easter Island, Chile

Having done a down hill off Volcan Toco near San Pedro de Atacama which was steep fast and quite hairy, this was a bit more pedestrian, but then the consequences are a little bit more dire if you get it wrong. Just pick a good Bike company that puts safety and professionalism first - so you may pay a bit more - so you can enjoy the day. I went with Gravity in La Paz and they were great. Good fun but still safe with good bikes. And there were a few kids riding down the road but if you ask me - ballsie parents!

5. Isla del Sol

Copacabana Bolivia +591 73084978
Excellent
56%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2,147 reviews

Isla del Sol

Reviewed By Buck1957 - London, United Kingdom

This island is a must do. You must be fit as climbing is involved. I would recommend a 1 to 2 night stay or longer if you want to chill. To get to the island you must take a 25 Bob boat ride lasting 1.5hrs. There is a 10bob entrance fee to the island. The return fare was 30bob.The island has many restaurants which serve simple food.

6. Cerro Calvario

Copacabana Bolivia
Excellent
47%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 514 reviews

Cerro Calvario

Reviewed By 1084lilianc

Before leaving Copacabana you have to go up there, the walk is hard but worth the view. You cant forget...you have to leave a stone in the top on one of the status for good luck. Take as many Pictures as you can...this place is for far the best view you will get.

7. Muela del Diablo

La Paz Bolivia
Excellent
50%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 153 reviews

Muela del Diablo

Reviewed By O602SYamyb

You can drive up or hike, just be aware some taxi drivers may not take you to the very top or come all the way up to pick you back up. Once you get to the base you can climb all the way to the very top which makes you feel like an extreme rock climber when really you're just mildly terrified of falling to your demise. If you go at night, you can make a fire with your friends and tell ghost stories and see the lights of La Paz. 10/10 would most likely recommend. I would suggest not going by yourself though because there can sometimes be creepers up there. Just be aware.

8. Mi Teleferico

Avenida Estacion Central Teleferico Linea Roja S/N Zona Pura Pura Plazuela Idelfomso de las Muñecas, La Paz Bolivia
Excellent
75%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 4,153 reviews

Mi Teleferico

Reviewed By Voyagearoundtheworld - Berlin, Germany

For the locals it is an efficient public transport system, for visitors it is one of the best ways to discover La Paz from above. You get to see things that you would never be able to see when walking or driving around the city. Great views everywhere. The views from El Alto down to the La Paz city valley is one of a kind and simply breathtaking. Don't miss a Teleferico ride in La Paz.

9. Mirador Killi Killi

Calle Braun, La Paz Bolivia
Excellent
53%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
0%
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0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 587 reviews

Mirador Killi Killi

Reviewed By mateusz_dominik - London, United Kingdom

If you're into sunsets and city views that is the place to be. Very accessible (taxi from centre 10BS, walk 15mins from Plaza del Armas) and offering 360 degree view of La Paz. Worth it!

10. La Cumbre

Highway 3, La Paz Bolivia
Excellent
43%
Good
52%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 21 reviews

La Cumbre

Reviewed By sonia0d - La Paz, Bolivia

Such a beautiful, magical place! There is so much to see here. It's not just a pretty view on your way to Coroico. There are many pieces of art scattered around the mountains that you can go around and explore. There's so little info about the statues online, but at least some of them were made by Bolivian-Swiss artist Francine Secretan. There are few signs and not much information provided, so you just have to go around exploring yourself. It's super cold though, so dress appropriately.

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