La Paz en 7 jours
Witches' Market le jour 1, Mi Teleférico Cable Cars et San Francisco Church le jour 2 et une excursion à Valle de la Luna & Muela del Diablo le jour 3. Les 4 autres jours ajoutent Casco Viejo, une excursion à Tiwanaku, une excursion à Yungas Road & Coroico et Sopocachi. Logez à Casco Viejo (Historic Center), le quartier le plus proche des étapes du programme.
Compter environ 504 € par personne en budget moyen, ou 217 € avec un petit budget.
Jour 1 : Witches' Market
Matin
Witches' Market
Visit the Witches' Market with respect. Ask permission before taking photos of vendors or their ritual items. It's a place of spiritual commerce, not just a tourist attraction.
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Street Food & Market Eats
The best salteñas are sold in the morning until they run out (usually by 1 PM). Eat them carefully—the filling is juicy!
Où aller : Salteñas from Salteñas Paceñas, Api con Pastel from any morning market stall, Anticuchos from stalls on Calle Graneros at night
Soir
Museo de Instrumentos Musicales
A fascinating private museum founded by charango master Ernesto Cavour, showcasing over 2,500 musical instruments from Bolivia and around the world.
Jour 2 : Mi Teleférico Cable Cars et San Francisco Church
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Mi Teleférico Cable Cars
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Traditional & Peña Dining
Many traditional restaurants offer a cheap 'almuerzo' (set lunch) including soup, main course, and a drink.
Où aller : Sajta de Pollo at Restaurant Surucachi, Plato Paceño (corn, beans, cheese, potato) at La Cueva, Fricasé (pork stew) at any local almuerzo spot
Après-midi
San Francisco Church
Quartier : Casco Viejo.
Soir
Killi Killi Mirador
A lesser-known viewpoint in the Villa Pabón area, offering a 360-degree panoramic view of La Paz sprawling in its canyon and the surrounding mountains.
Jour 3 : excursion à Valle de la Luna & Muela del Diablo
30-45 minutes by taxi or microbus.
Explore the surreal, eroded badlands just on the city's outskirts. Valle de la Luna (Moon Valley) features a maze of sharp clay pinnacles, while a more strenuous hike leads to the Muela del Diablo (Devil's Molar), a volcanic rock formation with panoramic city views.
À voir : Walking trails through the clay spires of Valle de la Luna, Hiking to the summit of Muela del Diablo, Panoramic views of La Paz and the valley, Easy accessibility from the city
Jour 4 : Casco Viejo et Cementerio General
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Casco Viejo (Historic Center)
The bustling, historic heart of La Paz, centered around Plaza Murillo. This area is a maze of narrow, steep streets lined with colonial-era buildings, government palaces, and vibrant markets. The vibe is chaotic, authentic, and deeply political.
Aussi dans le coin : Plaza Murillo, Mercado de las Brujas, Calle Jaén
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Modern & Neo-Andean
Reservations are essential for high-end places like Gustu. This is where chefs reinterpret ancient ingredients with modern techniques.
Où aller : Tasting menu at Gustu (world-renowned), Innovative Andean fusion at Ali Pacha, Craft beer and burgers at Bodega Cervecera
Après-midi
Cementerio General
La Paz's main cemetery, a vibrant, colorful city of the dead with towering multi-story niches, elaborate mausoleums, and bustling flower vendors.
Jour 5 : excursion à Tiwanaku
1.5 - 2 hours by bus or tour van.
Journey to the spiritual and political center of a pre-Inca empire that dominated the region for centuries. This UNESCO site features monumental stone architecture, including the iconic Sun Gate (Puerta del Sol) and the Akapana pyramid, offering a profound look into Andean cosmology.
À voir : Puerta del Sol, Templete Semisubterráneo, Akapana Pyramid, Museo Litico
Jour 6 : excursion à Yungas Road & Coroico
3 hours by vehicle to start point; full day trip.
Challenge yourself on the world's most dangerous road, now primarily a world-class mountain biking route. The trip descends from the cold altiplano into the warm, lush Yungas cloud forest, ending in the tranquil town of Coroico with stunning views.
À voir : Mountain biking the Death Road, Waterfall showers along the route, Views of the Amazon basin, Swimming in Coroico's pool with a view
Jour 7 : Sopocachi et Mercado de las Velas
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Sopocachi
A bohemian, residential neighborhood popular with artists, students, and expats. It's less steep than the center, with tree-lined streets, art deco buildings, and a thriving nightlife and dining scene. The vibe is trendy, relaxed, and intellectual.
Aussi dans le coin : Parque Urbano Central, Calle Sánchez Lima, Museo Nacional de Arte, Plaza Abaroa
Après-midi
Mercado de las Velas
The 'Candle Market', a section near the Witches' Market dedicated entirely to candles of every color, shape, and size for specific rituals and prayers.
Soir
Ch'alla (Blessing Ritual) Observation
Not a place, but an event. On Tuesdays and Fridays, and especially during festivals like Alasitas, you can witness locals performing ch'alla rituals to bless new possessions.
Avant de partir
Depuis l'aéroport
El Alto International Airport (LPB) is located in the city of El Alto, about 30-45 minutes from the center depending on traffic. Official airport taxis have fixed rates: approximately 70-80 BOB to the center or Sopocachi. Shared minivans (approx. 10 BOB per person) go to the Ceja de El Alto, where you can connect via Teleférico. Ride-hailing apps like Uber are also available.
Se déplacer
The historic center is very walkable but be prepared for steep, cobbled streets and high altitude. Distances between neighborhoods are large and involve significant elevation change, making walking between areas like the center and Sopocachi strenuous. The teleférico is ideal for connecting these zones.
Conseils sur place
- Acclimatize properly. Spend your first day taking it easy. Drink coca tea (mate de coca), avoid alcohol, and eat light. Many hotels offer oxygen if you need it.
- For the best and cheapest street food, head to the markets. Try the stalls inside Mercado Lanza or around Calle Graneros for salteñas, api con pastel, and hearty lunches.
- Use the Mi Teleférico not just for views, but as practical transport. It's often faster than taxis in traffic. Buy a rechargeable multi-journey card (Tarjeta Qhathu) for discounts.
