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Overview

Superlative in its natural beauty, rugged, vexing, complex and slightly nerve-racking, Bolivia is one of South America’s most diverse and intriguing nations.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

  • View on colonial buildings by jaen street in La Paz- Bolivia

    Calle Jaén Museums

    La Paz

    La Paz’s best-preserved colonial street is home to four small museums. They are all clustered together and can generally be bundled into one visit. Buy…

  • Mercado de las Brujas

    Mercado de las Brujas

    La Paz

    The city’s most unusual market lies along Calles Jiménez and Linares between Sagárnaga and Av Mariscal Santa Cruz, amid lively tourist artesanías (stores…

  • Salar de Uyuni at sunrise

    Salar de Uyuni

    Bolivia

    The world's largest salt flat sits at a lofty 3653m (11,985ft) and blankets an amazing 12,000 sq km (4633 sq miles). It was part of a prehistoric salt…

  • Dinosaur Tracks

    Bolivia

    As you might have guessed from the dinosaur figure in the plaza or the dinosaur head sticking out of city hall, Torotoro has become synonymous with…

  • La Paz, La Paz, Bolivia, South America

    Museo Nacional de Arte

    La Paz

    This colonial building was constructed in 1775 of pink sandstone and has been restored to its original grandeur, in mestizo (mixed) baroque and Andino…

  • An Aguayo is a rectangular piece of cloth used in traditional communities in the Andes of Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile and Argentina. The aguayo is most associated with Quechua and Aymara culture but is not exclusive to them. Aguayos typically features colorful stripes intercalated with rhombuses and other figures with symbolic values.

    Museo de Textiles Andinos Bolivianos

    La Paz

    Fans of Bolivia’s lovely traditional weaving consider this small textile museum a must-see. Examples of the country’s finest traditional textiles …

  • La Paz, La Paz, Bolivia, South America

    Museo de Etnografía y Folklore

    La Paz

    Anthropology buffs should check out this museum, one of the city's best. The building, itself a real treasure, was constructed in 1720 and was once the…

  • Caverna de Umajalanta

    Bolivia

    The Río Umajalanta, which disappears beneath a layer of limestone approximately 22m thick, has formed the impressive Umajalanta Cavern, of which 4.5km of…

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Planning Tools

Expert guidance to help you plan your trip

Best Things to Do

Bolivia offers travelers a wealth of authentic travel experiences. From urban adventures to wildlife excursions, here are the 17 best things to do.

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Best Places to Visit

Bolivia is one of South America's best-kept secrets. Here's where you should visit.

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Best Time to Visit

Plan the best time for your visit to Bolivia with this seasonal guide to climate, festivals and events.

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Things to Know

Plan you time, pack the right gear and know what to expect on the ground with these top tips for visiting Bolivia.

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Transportation

Bus travel in Bolivia can be a wild and thrilling experience, but planes, trains, and even aerial cable cars can smooth things over for the faint of heart.

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Visa Requirements

It's easy to visit Bolivia's sensational national parks, beguiling cities and Indigenous communities. Here's what you need to know about visas.

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Money and Costs

Bolivia is one of the top bargain destinations in the Americas, and you don't need a big budget to enjoy its wonders. Here's how to see Bolivia for less.

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Traveling with Kids

Explore one of South America’s most captivating countries as a family with this guide to the best things to do in Bolivia with kids.

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Best Road Trips

From the towering Andes to the relaxed vibe of easter villages, discover Bolivia’s outstanding sceneries on a road trip at your own pace.

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