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La Paz Tours and Activities

Discover La Paz, where the Andes rise sharply against the sky. Explore the Witches' Market for unique crafts and local charm. Consider booking a guided tour to experience the city’s vibrant culture and breathtaking views.

The best La Paz tour packages

This city showcases the stunning Valle de la Luna and the historic San Francisco Church. Don’t miss trying local delicacies while wandering through the lively markets.

Tour image of Adventure to Espiritu Santo Island: Snorkel with Sea Lions and Beach
7 hours
4.98 (589)
Adventure to Espiritu Santo Island: Snorkel with Sea Lions and Beach
$126.06
Tour image of Whale Shark snorkeling tour in a reduced group with local marine biologist
3 hours
4.95 (511)
Whale Shark snorkeling tour in a reduced group with local marine biologist
$192.66
Tour image of Small group Whale Shark snorkeling in La Paz BCS MX
3 hours
4.98 (372)
Small group Whale Shark snorkeling in La Paz BCS MX
$187.16
Tour image of Intimate Eco-Friendly Whale Shark Encounter - Premium Service
3 hours
4.99 (328)
Intimate Eco-Friendly Whale Shark Encounter - Premium Service
$247.71
Tour image of Balandra & Tecolote: hike, kayak and snorkel in paradise
7 hours
4.98 (267)
Balandra & Tecolote: hike, kayak and snorkel in paradise
$126.06
Tour image of holy spirit island tour
7 hours
4.83 (179)
holy spirit island tour
$107.34
Tour image of Espiritu Santo Island Snorkel & Sea Lion Adventure
7 hours
4.71 (169)
Espiritu Santo Island Snorkel & Sea Lion Adventure
$145
Tour image of Whale Shark Swim Adventure in La Paz
2.5 hours
4.46 (153)
Whale Shark Swim Adventure in La Paz
$110
Tour image of Whale Shark Adventure with a Marine Biologist
3.5 hours
4.93 (72)
Whale Shark Adventure with a Marine Biologist
$156.88
Tour image of 3 Hours of Guided La Paz Street Food Tour
4 hours
4.9 (68)
3 Hours of Guided La Paz Street Food Tour
$75.96
Tour image of Small Group Snorkeling and Swim with Whale Sharks & Sea Lions in La Paz
6 hours
5 (61)
Small Group Snorkeling and Swim with Whale Sharks & Sea Lions in La Paz
$242.2
Tour image of Private Trip Espiritu Santo Island
7 hours
5 (54)
Private Trip Espiritu Santo Island
$880.74
Tour image of City Tour & Beaches from La Paz
8 hours
4.64 (74)
City Tour & Beaches from La Paz
$95
Tour image of Scuba Dive in La Paz: Sea Lions, Turtles, Fish Schools and Wrecks
7 hours
5 (41)
Scuba Dive in La Paz: Sea Lions, Turtles, Fish Schools and Wrecks
$208.63
Tour image of Full Day Gray Whale Watching Experience
9 hours
4.89 (44)
Full Day Gray Whale Watching Experience
$176.15
Tour image of Espiritu Santo Island and sea lions
6 hours
4.79 (43)
Espiritu Santo Island and sea lions
$121.1
Tour image of Whale sharks and sea lions snorkeling plus Balandra beach lunch
6 hours
4.95 (38)
Whale sharks and sea lions snorkeling plus Balandra beach lunch
$247.71
Tour image of Gray Whale Watching Tour with Marine Biologist and Small Group
8 hours
5 (36)
Gray Whale Watching Tour with Marine Biologist and Small Group
$346.79
Tour image of Snorkel Tour with Whale Shark in La Paz
4 hours
4.78 (41)
Snorkel Tour with Whale Shark in La Paz
$121.1
Tour image of La Paz Beaches Half Day Tour
6 hours
4.6 (47)
La Paz Beaches Half Day Tour
$109.98
Tour image of Whale Shark Swimming Adventure: Small Group with Marine Biologist
4 hours
4.69 (42)
Whale Shark Swimming Adventure: Small Group with Marine Biologist
$164.86
Tour image of Los Cabos Tour from La Paz
11 hours
4.6 (43)
Los Cabos Tour from La Paz
$125
Tour image of Sandboarding in the Mogote Dunes in Mexico
3.5 hours
4.85 (34)
Sandboarding in the Mogote Dunes in Mexico
$63.3
Tour image of Balandra Private Boat Tour
5 hours
5 (28)
Balandra Private Boat Tour
$798.17
Tour image of Unique Mexican Spirits Tasting & Pairing Experience
1.5 hours
4.54 (37)
Unique Mexican Spirits Tasting & Pairing Experience
$105
Tour image of ATV Off-roading + sandboarding Tour in La Paz
4 hours
5 (26)
ATV Off-roading + sandboarding Tour in La Paz
$302.76
Tour image of All-Inclusive Catamaran Tour | Beaches & Sea Lions from Los Cabos
5 hours
4.45 (38)
All-Inclusive Catamaran Tour | Beaches & Sea Lions from Los Cabos
$377
Tour image of Espíritu Santo Island snorkel and sightseeing tour on Small Group
7 hours
5 (22)
Espíritu Santo Island snorkel and sightseeing tour on Small Group
$176.15
Tour image of Espiritu Santo Island Tour
7 hours
4.64 (28)
Espiritu Santo Island Tour
$121.1
Tour image of Sandboarding at the Mogote Dunes
4 hours
5 (20)
Sandboarding at the Mogote Dunes
$82.57
Tour image of The Spirit of Mexico: Tequila Tasting
1 hour
4.63 (24)
The Spirit of Mexico: Tequila Tasting
$49.54
Tour image of Gray Whale Watching Expedition at Magdalena Bay
2 hours
4.94 (18)
Gray Whale Watching Expedition at Magdalena Bay
$165.14
Tour image of Visit paradisiac Islands in La Paz
1 to 3 days
5 (16)
Visit paradisiac Islands in La Paz
$331.1
Tour image of 1 Day Espiritu Santo Island Wonders, Sea Lions and Paddleboard Adventure
7 hours
5 (16)
1 Day Espiritu Santo Island Wonders, Sea Lions and Paddleboard Adventure
$249
Tour image of Gray Whales Watching in Magdalena Bay
7 hours
5 (15)
Gray Whales Watching in Magdalena Bay
$198.17
Tour image of 3 hour TACO Trail in La Paz from Traditional to Gourmet Tacos
4 hours
4.93 (15)
3 hour TACO Trail in La Paz from Traditional to Gourmet Tacos
$98.81
Tour image of Espiritu Santo Island Day Tour
7 hours
3.93 (28)
Espiritu Santo Island Day Tour
$170
Tour image of Private Balandra Bay Adventure
4.5 hours
5 (13)
Private Balandra Bay Adventure
$770.65
Tour image of Balandra Hills Shared Hike and Walk Experience
3 hours
5 (12)
Balandra Hills Shared Hike and Walk Experience
$99.08
Tour image of Small group whale shark experiences in La Paz
3 hours
4.71 (14)
Small group whale shark experiences in La Paz
$137.62
Tour image of Sunset Sandboarding at La Paz Dunes Tour
3.5 hours
4.69 (13)
Sunset Sandboarding at La Paz Dunes Tour
$89
Tour image of Whale Shark & Sea Lion Snorkeling Picnic at Espiritu Santo Island
9 hours
4.57 (14)
Whale Shark & Sea Lion Snorkeling Picnic at Espiritu Santo Island
$275.23
Tour image of Espiritu Santo Island Snorkeling and Beach Hopping
7 hours
5 (10)
Espiritu Santo Island Snorkeling and Beach Hopping
$176.15
Tour image of 2 Hours of Kayak Safari in Bahía de La Paz
2.5 hours
4.82 (11)
2 Hours of Kayak Safari in Bahía de La Paz
$66.06
Tour image of Snorkel with Whale Sharks in La Paz
3 hours
4.9 (10)
Snorkel with Whale Sharks in La Paz
$121.1
Tour image of Sandboarding in the Mogote Sand Dunes in La Paz
4 hours
5 (8)
Sandboarding in the Mogote Sand Dunes in La Paz
$60.55
Tour image of Snorkeling and Paddle Boarding Adventure in La Paz
2 hours
5 (8)
Snorkeling and Paddle Boarding Adventure in La Paz
$121.1
Tour image of Sea of Cortez Combo: Whale Sharks, Sea Lions & Balandra Beach
6.8 hours
5 (7)
Sea of Cortez Combo: Whale Sharks, Sea Lions & Balandra Beach
$289
Tour image of Guided Cactus Forest Mountain Bike Experience in La Ventana
4 hours
5 (7)
Guided Cactus Forest Mountain Bike Experience in La Ventana
$132.11
Tour image of MOST POPULAR TOUR IN LA PAZ! Swim with Sea Lions Private Boat
6.5 hours
3.92 (12)
MOST POPULAR TOUR IN LA PAZ! Swim with Sea Lions Private Boat
$1238.55

Attractions in La Paz

  • Valle de la Luna: Navigate surreal rock formations and expansive vistas.
  • Witches' Market: Discover eclectic offerings and local lore firsthand.
  • Tiwanaku: Explore ancient ruins on a guided day trip.
  • Teleférico: Ride the cable car for breathtaking panoramic views.
  • Food Tour: Taste traditional dishes with an expert guide in La Paz.

Most popular destinations close to La Paz

Day trips in La Paz

Tiwanaku

  • Duration: Full-day loop
  • Highlights: Ancient ruins, cultural significance, guided exploration
  • Best for: History enthusiasts

Copacabana

  • Duration: Two hours by bus
  • Highlights: Lake Titicaca, scenic views, local culture
  • Best for: Nature lovers

Huayna Potosí

  • Duration: Full-day loop
  • Highlights: Stunning peaks, guided hiking, breathtaking scenery
  • Best for: Adventure seekers
Tour image of Private Trip Espiritu Santo Island
7 hours
5 (54)
Private Trip Espiritu Santo Island
$880.74
Tour image of Balandra Private Boat Tour
5 hours
5 (28)
Balandra Private Boat Tour
$798.17
Tour image of Private Balandra Bay Adventure
4.5 hours
5 (13)
Private Balandra Bay Adventure
$770.65
Tour image of MOST POPULAR TOUR IN LA PAZ! Swim with Sea Lions Private Boat
6.5 hours
3.92 (12)
MOST POPULAR TOUR IN LA PAZ! Swim with Sea Lions Private Boat
$1238.55
Tour image of Private Tour to Isla Espiritu Santo and snorkel with sea lions
7 hours
4.5 (8)
Private Tour to Isla Espiritu Santo and snorkel with sea lions
$743.13
Tour image of UTV Off-roading + sandboarding Adventure at the Dunes
5 hours
3.89 (9)
UTV Off-roading + sandboarding Adventure at the Dunes
$825.7
Tour image of La Paz and Todos Santos City and Beaches Tour
10 hours
4.29 (7)
La Paz and Todos Santos City and Beaches Tour
$606.07
Tour image of Espiritu Santo Island Combo: Sea Lions and Paddleboard 1 to 6 Private Group
7.5 hours
4.6 (5)
Espiritu Santo Island Combo: Sea Lions and Paddleboard 1 to 6 Private Group
$1299
Tour image of Full Day Private Scuba Diving in Espiritu Santo Island
7 hours
5 (4)
Full Day Private Scuba Diving in Espiritu Santo Island
$1073.41
Tour image of Sea Lion Snorkel Adventure at Espíritu Santo Island
8 hours
5 (4)
Sea Lion Snorkel Adventure at Espíritu Santo Island
$748.63
Tour image of Scuba Diving in La Paz Private Tour
8 hours
5 (3)
Scuba Diving in La Paz Private Tour
$1238.55
Tour image of Scuba Diving Adventure in La Paz
7 hours
5 (2)
Scuba Diving Adventure in La Paz
$1629.38
Tour image of Baja Fishing Dream Roosterfish Dorado Marlin Yellowtail Tuna
6 hours
5 (2)
Baja Fishing Dream Roosterfish Dorado Marlin Yellowtail Tuna
$825.7
Tour image of Swim with Sea Lions in La Paz
7 hours
5 (1)
Swim with Sea Lions in La Paz
$1211.02
Tour image of Sea Safari - Explore All The Wonders of The Sea of Cortez
7 hours
5 (1)
Sea Safari - Explore All The Wonders of The Sea of Cortez
$1100.93
Tour image of Balandra Private Scuba Diving
4.5 hours
5 (1)
Balandra Private Scuba Diving
$935.79
Tour image of #1 Beach in La Paz BALANDRA Perfect For Cruise Groups or Families
5 hours
5 (1)
#1 Beach in La Paz BALANDRA Perfect For Cruise Groups or Families
$825.7
Tour image of Humpback Whale Watching Private Tour Lead by Marine Biologist
9 hours
5 (1)
Humpback Whale Watching Private Tour Lead by Marine Biologist
$633.03

Hidden gems

  • Uncover hidden treasures at Mercado Lanza.
  • Stroll through the tranquil Parque de la Autonomía.
  • Visit local art galleries in Sopocachi.

La Paz Expert Travel Tips

  1. Bring cash (BOB) to explore local markets.
  2. Wear sunscreen; high altitude increases sun exposure.
  3. Learn a few Spanish phrases to enhance interactions.
  4. Try traditional salteñas for an authentic snack experience.
  5. Stay hydrated; altitude can cause fatigue quickly.

Travel La Paz your way

Outdoor Activities

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On the Water
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Snorkeling
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Nature and Wildlife Tours
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Whale Watching
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Extreme Sports
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Hiking Tours
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Mountain Bike Tours
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Bird Watching
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Swimming
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Eco Tours
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Shark Diving
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Stand Up Paddleboarding

Food & Drink

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Food & Drink Classes
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Cooking Classes
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Restaurants

Art & Culture

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Culture

Classes & Workshops

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Food & Drink Classes
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Cooking Classes

Best time to visit La Paz

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Spring 2025

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Mild temperatures characterize spring, with festivals celebrating indigenous culture. Experience the vibrant Alasitas Festival in January.
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Summer 2025

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Summer brings sunny days perfect for outdoor adventures. Visit during the Inti Raymi festival in June for cultural insights.
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Autumn 2025

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Autumn offers crisp air and beautiful sunsets. Attend local harvest celebrations at various markets throughout March.
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Winter 2025

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Cooler winter temperatures invite cozy evenings. Enjoy the Festival of Gran Poder in June showcasing traditional dances.
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FAQs

Most travelers do not need a visa for stays under 90 days. Check specific country regulations before traveling.
Yes, public transport is convenient, but taxis are recommended for quicker travel through the city.
Take it slow, drink lots of water, and consider coca tea for relief from altitude sickness.
Typical meals range from BOB 25 to BOB 60 in restaurants, depending on cuisine and dining style.
Yes, many local tour operators offer English-speaking guides for various activities and excursions.

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