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Bolivia - From meeting point: San Francisco to El Alto City
Duration : 40 minutes by transport.
Then you will see the Witches market, where you can find traditions, gifts for the mother hearth and more. Near of this place we visit Juana Azurduy local market, too.
Duration: 40 minutes
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El Alto - After Juana Azurduy Market, we are going to visit to the main Cholets, those are a symbol of the prosperity and success of El Alto`s people, their construction demonstrates a high social and economic status. These houses are often huge, with multiple stories, metal, and brightly colored trim.
Duration: 40 minutes -
Avenida Juan Pablo II - From Cholets to Mamani Mamani’s paintings by transport Duration:20 minutes
Mamani Mamani is a famous painter in Bolivia and you will see his art painted on the big buildings.
Duration: 20 minutes
After that we will return to La Paz-San Francisco Church (50 minutes)
There is an alternative return option to La Paz on Thursdays and Sundays because on this days there is a huge market in El Alto, 16 de Julio, this market is considered the biggest market in South America and you can enjoy it!
After market we go down to La Paz center by cable car and by foot to your hotels.
- Private transportation
- Snacks
This guided journey lets you explore El Alto City, recognized as one of Bolivia’s youngest cities and among the highest in the world, at an altitude of 4,095 meters above sea level. It comprises various notable places such as the witches market famous for traditional items and Mother Earth offerings. You will also see cholets, examples of neo-Andean architecture demonstrating high economic and social standing, often large, multi-story structures with flashy colors and metals. Enjoy the artistry of Mamani Mamani’s paintings, as well as the vast 16 de Julio market, deemed the largest market on the South American continent!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.