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About La Paz

La Paz is the capital of landlocked Bolivia in South America. It means “The Peace” in Spanish. At 3, 600 metres above sea level La Paz is the highest capital city in the world. It therefore may take tourists a few days to become accustomed to the thinner atmosphere and lower amount of oxygen than they are used to. Luckily, there are oxygen centers set up in certain places of the city for the benefit of visitors. 
 
There are magnificient buildings from the Spanish colonial period remaining, some of which are still neglected and uncolored. Everything from food to beverage, clothes, and souvenirs in general terms are cheap in the city. La Paz is also a remarkably safe city, even though it has a vibrant nightlife. Public transportation is also easy-to-use.
 
Tiwanaku and Lago Titicaca Lake, Valla de Luna, Moon Valley are all must-see places in La Paz. The La Paz Cemetery, El Alto, Ulla National Park, Museum of Archeology, Museo de Coca can also be visited. There is a climate close to tropical climate in La Paz. Average temperatures are 15 degrees in the winters and 22 degrees in the summers in the city. The summers are generally rainy, while it rains less in the winters. 

El Alto Airport, one of the highest in the world, provides service to the city.

Transportation to La Paz City Center from Airport

El Alto Intl. Airport

From El Alto Airport to La Paz city center the most comfortable means of public transport are buses as well as taxis, transfers and car rental companies which can also be of assistant. Travelling to the city from the airport takes a maximum of 20 minutes.

Bus

At the exit of El Alto Airport main terminal building you will see a bus stop with buses departing at regular intervals to take you to La Paz city center. With these buses you can reach the point in the city that you want to go to in 10-20 minutes.

Taxi

Taking a taxi from El Alto Airport to La Paz city center will save you a lot of time. It will take about 10-15 minutes to reach the center and you will need to pay around $10 for this journey. If you use the airport taxis the fare can be up to $25.

Rent a Car

There are many local and foreign car rental companies at the airport terminal. It is best to pre-book with one these companies once you have choosen the one that best suits your budget, as that way you can have a look at more affordable price alternatives. After you have picked up your car at the airport, you can reach La Paz city center in 10-15 minutes.

Weather in La Paz

DayMin - Max
FridayMin 8ºC - Max 17ºC
SaturdayMin 7ºC - Max 20ºC
SundayMin 8ºC - Max 19ºC
MondayMin 8ºC - Max 20ºC
TuesdayMin 8ºC - Max 20ºC

More Information About La Paz

El Alto Intl. Airport

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