Discovering the Ajayu/Soul of La Paz

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About this activity

If you don’t want to fall into the typical tourist traps in La Paz, join me! We'll start with a three-course menu in the best restaurant in town to meet each other. From there, we'll head up to El Alto to experience the cable car system and take in panoramic views of the city, followed by exploring the historic downtown area, visiting landmarks such as the witches market, Jaén street and main square.. We'll also explore, and stroll through the picturesque colonial and republican architecture. Throughout the tour, I'll share stories and insights into La Paz's rich history and culture, and you'll have the opportunity to sample some of the city's high altitude coffee in my favorite coffee shop. By the end of the tour, you'll have gained a deeper understanding of La Paz and its people, and have experienced some of the city's most iconic sights and sounds with a breathtaking view of Illimani, our mountain protector. Join me for an unforgettable journey in my city.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–3
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Brissia Benavente

Ages: Adults (18–70 years)

What is included

Included

Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea
Included: Lunch: Three-course menu

Not included

Not included: Private transportation

Itinerary

Stop 1

1 h 20 min Admission included

We’ll start our experience in the best restaurant in town, with a three-course traditional menu with organic and fresh local ingredients. I’ll explain to you all about our gastronomy and we’ll meet each other :)
Mercado de Las Brujas

30 min

We’ll walk over the mystic and unique witches market, I’ll explain our traditions and culture around Pachamama. We’ll see the architecture of the coca museum and cross the most charming touristic street to take some pictures.
Stop 3

40 min Admission included

We’ll take the cable car purple line direct to El Alto to have the best views of La Paz and the altiplanic city of El Alto, I’ll explain the social and cultural dynamic of both cities during the ride.
Jaen Street

15 min

We’ll walk through this colonial street and I’ll explain to you all about our Spain heritage, also is an important spot to take photos and understand the history of La Paz
Plaza Murillo

30 min

Our main square, I’ll explain to you all the architecture, political situation, social issues and cultural behavior to understand better this city
Stop 6

one hour Admission included

Time to a gourmet coffee to continue our experience, La Paz is the best productor of high altitude coffee with a big variety of gourmet species, I’m sure you’ll enjoy if you like coffee. But if you not, there are a big selection of tee or other infusions.
Catedral Basilica Menor de Nuestra Senora de la Paz

15 min

The cathedral’s sheer immensity with its high dome, hulking columns thick stone walls, and high ceilings is overpowering.

Inside, the main attraction is the profusion of stained glass work.
National Museum of Art - Museo Nacional de Arte

15 min Admission included

This colonial building was constructed in 1775 of pink sandstone and has been restored to its original grandeur in mixed baroque and Andean baroque style.
Stop 9

15 min

We’ll finish our experience with a breathtaking view of our protector mountain, “Tata Illimani”.