Best Walking Tours in La Paz

Discover the beauty of La Paz on foot with our curated walking tours. Whether you're visiting for the first time or looking to uncover hidden gems, exploring La Paz by walking lets you experience its culture, history, and landmarks up close.

Top Walking Tours in La Paz

Full Day Guided Tour in Copacabana and Isla del Sol  in La Paz

La Paz , Altiplano

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (637 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 49.00

Duration: 16 hours (approx.)

On this full-day tour from La Paz to Copacabana and Isla del sol, you will witness extroardinary scenic lakeside views. You will be crossing rivers on rafts, stopping at beautiful viewing points, learn the history of this important place. You will have time to visit Copacabana itself, have a local lunch and take an afternoon boat trip to the Lake Titicaca, to visit the ¨Island of the Sun¨, a place of Inca legends. You will be be travelling in a friendly group with a Bolivian guide, who will take care of you.

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City Tour plus Cable Car La Paz in La Paz

La Paz , Altiplano

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (527 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 10.00

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

During this 3-hour, guided, walking tour of La Paz, learn the fascinating culture behind this Bolivian city in the sky, and hear the myths, history, and legends behind the buildings and streets. Along with your local guide and a group of no more than 15 people, you'll browse through the stalls of the Witches Market and see the La Paz Cathedral, as well as learn the infamous history behind San Pedro Prison.

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La Paz City Walking Tour Including Historical Streets in La Paz

La Paz , Altiplano

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (480 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 5.00

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

La Paz is a city unlike any other on earth. Its’ staggering height (3,600m/11,800ft) is only surpassed by its’ incredible beauty. Sprawling over a gorgeous valley and surrounded by massive mountains, ones’ first sight of La Paz is unforgettable, but its lasting mark on those who visit, is the life it holds within the valley walls. Our city tour will bring this complex, busy, and incredibly interesting city to life! The people, history, and customs that make up La Paz are truly fascinating and give an insight into the life that makes up one of the world’s most vibrant cities. A visit to La Paz is hardly complete without walking her narrow alleys, meeting her people, and getting to know the past that makes her what she now is.

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Private City tour, Cable Car and Moon Valley in La Paz

La Paz , Altiplano

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (314 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 40.00

 

Experience the ultimate highlights of La Paz with our exceptional tour! Perfect for those with limited time, we'll guide you through the best attractions of the city. Begin your adventure in the stunning Valley of the Moon ensuring you're prepared with sunscreen and hats. Next, enjoy a breathtaking ride on the cable cars from La Paz to El Alto, offering unparalleled views of the city and the majestic Cordillera Real mountains. Returning to La Paz, we'll take you on a captivating journey walking through Jaen Street, Plaza Murillo, San Francisco Church, and conclude at the enchanting Witches Market. Along the way, our knowledgeable guides will share insider tips, including recommendations for dining and other useful advice to make your stay comfortable and unforgettable. Join us for an unforgettable experience that showcases La Paz's unique topography and leaves you with cherished memories.

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Be a Local - La Paz Walking Tour in La Paz

La Paz , Altiplano

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (277 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 8.00

 

BE A Local it’s a walking tour focus on showing, and teaching about unique and quirky, aspects of La Paz, and on thrusdays and sundays el Alto City. Teaching you us much as we can from a local’s perspective, and taking you to the unseen routes and alleyways of this two high metropolis. Be a local takes you through the city of La Paz, exploring paths where not many tourists go and see. Extended Tour on Thursdays and Sundays includes: Teleférico, flea market and Cholitas Wrestling show We advise you to bring the following: Comfortable shoes Extra money Sunglasses and sunscreen Water Camera

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La Paz Walking City tour plus Cable cars in La Paz

La Paz , Altiplano

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (252 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 10.00

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

During this 3-hour, guided, walking tour of La Paz, learn the fascinating culture behind this Bolivian city in the sky, and hear the myths, history, and legends behind the buildings and streets. Along with your local guide and a group of no more than 15 people, you'll browse through the stalls of the Witches Market and see the La Paz Cathedral, as well as learn the infamous history behind San Pedro Prison.

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Cable Car, Cementery, Shaman and El Alto Adventure in La Paz in La Paz

La Paz , Altiplano

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (129 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 20.00

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

One of the best way to see this offbeat and colorful city is in the sky! Join us at 2pm for an adventure that will show you the real La Paz exploring the amazing cable cars, the fascinating cemetery district, local shamans and the pulsating city of El Alto with an amazing guide. This is one of the most stunning city tours in the world! Not only do you get to take in the magnificent views of La Paz and the surrounding mountains, but you also explore some of the beaten path spots in the city! Take local transport up to the cemetery where we explore the open air street art museum and learn about the fascinating culture and traditions that can only be found here, then up to El Alto in the world’s most scenic form of transport, the teleferico (cable car). In El Alto we visit a local shaman and have the opportunity to get our fortunes read (if time allows) before exploring the city further and then taking the teleferico back to the city center. Get a chance to see the real La Paz!

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2 Day Trip From La Paz: Copacabana & Isla del Sol (Night in Isla del Sol) in La Paz

La Paz , Altiplano

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (103 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 59.00

Duration: 48 hours (approx.)

This is a 2-day tour from La Paz to visit the scenic lakeside village of Copacabana. You will have time to visit Copacabana itself, and also take an afternoon boat trip onto Lake Titicaca, to visit the ¨Island of the Sun¨, a place of Inca legends. You will spend the night in Isla del Sol. The next morning, you will have the morning free to explore around. If you wish, you can visit the south of the island, alongside spectacular views, the Gold Museum, and the Fountain of Youth.

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La Paz Food and Beer Tour in La Paz

La Paz , Altiplano

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (96 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 32.00

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Spend an evening exploring La Paz’s foodie culture on foot, eating at authentic restaurants, drinking local beer and making yourself a cocktail. Your local expert guide leads you on a delicious trip through La Paz’s dining landscape, stopping at local eateries to eat Bolivian delicacies and specialties. The 3 hour tour concludes at a restaurant where you’ll try an special local cocktail. Numbers are limited to ensuring a good experience.

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Cholet Tour - Andean Architecture and Culture - El Alto in La Paz

La Paz , Altiplano

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (66 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 25.65

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Explore the colorful and exuberant architecture of El Alto known as Cholets with us every day on our half-day Andean Architecture tour. The jolting, captivating mix of old and new, tradition and modernity, is uniquely Bolivian, and what better way to visit the cholets than with a local guide who loves to share his/her culture, city, and home. On the tour we go up to El Alto using the teleferico (cable cars), from there we visit different parts of El Alto and see a wide array of Cholet architecture, even some in construction. We also have the opportunity to enter a cholet and see the vibrant designs throughout its’ interior. Your guide will not only show you the amazing buildings, but also explain the culture and tradition they display, bringing to life the cholets and the social landscape of Bolivia. Book now!

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Customizable Private City Tour - La Paz in La Paz

La Paz , Altiplano

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (59 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 40.00

 

Experience and understand La Paz as you explore its quirky and fascinating history, controversial politics, traditions, and rich cultural heritage. This tour will guide you through the city’s highlights without fixed schedules or destinations, tailored to the time you have available and, most importantly, to your personal interests when it comes to discovering a new place.

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Cholets, Andean Architecture of El Alto Tour in La Paz

La Paz , Altiplano

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (19 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 48.00

 

Book now to embark on an extraordinary adventure to El Alto, a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. Our exclusive tour highlights the city's architectural wonders, showcasing breathtaking Andean-style houses and captivating landmarks. Immerse yourself in the fusion of modern and authentic designs that create an unforgettable atmosphere. Be prepared to be astonished by the extraordinary juxtaposition of contemporary and traditional elements that define El Alto today. Don't miss out on this remarkable experience – book your tour now and create memories that will last a lifetime.

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Walking Tour on the Political History of La Paz Bolivia in La Paz

La Paz , Altiplano

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (11 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 30.00

 

A different and specialized tour for travelers who love history, politics, culture and who want to learn more about one of the most diverse cities and countries in Latin America. During the tour, teaching materials are used and the guide recounts his own experience, as he is the nephew of a former president of Bolivia and descendant of political persecution during military dictatorships. During this tour, we will learn about the struggle of the Bolivian people, its tragedies, wars, revolutions, love, courage and many other aspects that marked the character of Bolivian society. Did you know that Bolivia is the country in the world with the most coups d'état worldwide, the country with the most presidents in just one day worldwide and the country with the most international wars in Latin America? If you want to learn firsthand more about everything historically happening in Bolivia and Latin America, this short, entertaining, interesting, different and informative tour is for you.

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Smells like La Paz spirit: Walking & artistic city tour in La Paz

La Paz , Altiplano

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (11 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 30.00

 

"Smells like La Paz spirit" is an artistic walking tour created and oriented for a "Rock star" like you! Embark on a captivating artistic walking tour where you'll explore and learn about the vibrant hidden places of La Paz and its pop art culture, a local tribute to the greatest rock stars of all time, and murals honoring Latin American icons. Delight your eyes with a unique blend of Indigenous art, colonial heritage, and contemporary, modern, vintage, and socio-political expressions that capture the current challenges of Bolivian society. Each mural, stencil, and graffiti tells a story, bringing to life the rich cultural diversity through the urban art that adorns the streets. Includes a surprise gift related to the theme of the tour! For any assistance and further information, contact us! "We can be héroes, just for one day" lml

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Moon Valley Cable Cars and Cultural Insights Tour in La Paz

La Paz , Altiplano

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (7 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 40.00

 

Get ready to uncover the secrets and stunning highlights of La Paz, start from VALLEY OF THE MOON where you'll be mesmerized by the surreal rock formations—don't forget your sunscreen and hats as you explore this stunning landscape! Next, ascend to the skies on the iconic CABLE CARS, a unique transportation marvel that offers breathtaking vistas of La Paz and the towering the mountains. As we return to La Paz, prepare for an immersive stroll through the city’s vibrant history. Wander along JAEN STREET, known for its colorful colonial architecture and rich cultural heritage. Marvel at the grandeur of PLAZA MURILLO the political heart of Bolivia, and immerse yourself in the beauty of the SAN FRANCISCO CHURCH a stunning example of Moorish influence in Bolivian architecture. Finally, we’ll weave our way through the enchanting WITCHES MARKET a sensory overload of colors, scents, and traditions. Here, you’ll learn about indigenous rituals and perhaps find a unique souvenir to take home.

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Local Tips for La Paz

Guided vs. Self-Guided Walking Tours

A guided walking tour offers expert insights, historical context, and often includes skip-the-line access to major landmarks. If you prefer flexibility, a self-guided route lets you explore La Paz at your own pace using maps and mobile apps. Combining both options is ideal for a complete experience.

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