La Paz: Be a Local Walking Tour

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Discover La Paz and El Alto like a local. Explore hidden paths, meet a Yatiri, and visit key sites using public transport.

Highlights

  • Feel the local vibe as you explore hidden paths and alleyways
  • Meet a Yatiri and experience a traditional fortune-telling session
  • Visit key sites like Plaza Murillo, San Francisco Church, and the Witches Market
  • Navigate public transport and learn how locals get around
  • Experience Cholitas Wrestling and the 16 de Julio fair in El Alto

Description

Embark on the 'Be a Local Walking Tour,' a unique experience by Altitude DMC in La Paz. This tour is designed to immerse you in the local culture, teaching you tips and tricks to navigate the city like a true 'Paceñ@.' You'll explore both La Paz and El Alto, visiting quirky and attractive places that many tourists miss. Your journey begins in downtown La Paz at an altitude of 3,600 meters above sea level, and takes you up to El Alto at 4,010 meters. Along the way, you'll interact with locals and even meet a Yatiri, a traditional witch doctor, who will perform a fortune-telling session for you. The tour includes visits to significant sites such as Plaza Murillo, the main political center of Bolivia, and Lanza Market, a bustling food market. You'll also see the historic San Francisco Church, the intriguing La Paz Witches Market, and the Cementerio General, the city's main cemetery. In El Alto, you'll explore the 16 de Julio fair, South America's largest flea market, and experience the vibrant Cholitas Wrestling on Thursdays and Sundays. Throughout the tour, you'll navigate the cities using La Paz's chaotic public transportation system, gaining insights into how locals move around. Your knowledgeable guide will share tips and tricks to help you survive and thrive in these bustling metropolises. The tour concludes with a return to a central location in La Paz, leaving you well-prepared to explore further on your own.

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Local Tour Guide (English-Speaking)

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