Mecapaca Travel Guide
La Paz
Popular places to visit
Witches' Market
Browse the stalls of the curious Mercado de las Brujas to discover traditional Bolivian herbal and ritual treatments while you shop for Andean handicrafts.
Valle de la Luna
Clamber around the spikes and trenches of this unusual topography and follow the circular paths for spectacular views of otherworldly scenery.
La Paz Metropolitan Cathedral
Admire the neoclassical architecture and impressive stained-glass windows of La Paz’s main cathedral, one of the striking colonial-era buildings on Plaza Murillo.
San Francisco Church
Marvel at the range of architectural styles and intricate artwork of this centuries-old church, spot religious paintings in its convent then enjoy views of La Paz from its tower.
Plaza Murillo
The historical heart of La Paz is home to impressive colonial buildings, statues of prominent national figures and a museum colonial art.
Plaza San Francisco
See historic architecture, watch street performers and browse the stands of handicraft and food markets at this lively central square.
Things to do
From La Paz: Uyuni Salt Flat Tour & Overnight Roundtrip Bus
Tiwanaku & Puma Punku - The Ancient Civilization - Everything Included!
Full day Tour Charquini and Laguna Esmeralda
La Paz: Valle de las Animas, Moon Valley, & Killi Killi Tour
Full Day Guided Tour in Copacabana and Isla del Sol
Uyuni Salt Flats 3 Day Tour from La Paz city
Top hotels in Mecapaca
Ritz Apart Hotel
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Hotel Sagarnaga
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2025
Atix Hotel
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025
Mitru Express
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Stannum Boutique Hotel & Spa
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025
Hotel Presidente
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Mecapaca
Palca
While there might not be top attractions in Palca, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Valle de las Animas and Muela del Diablo.
San Miguel
Visitors to San Miguel enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Galería PURO is worth a stop.
Macrodistrito Sur
If you're spending time in Macrodistrito Sur, check out sights like Irpavi Cable Car Station or San Miguel Arcángel Church and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Obrajes Cable Car Station or Alto Obrajes Cable Car Station.
San Jorge
While you're in San Jorge, take in top sights like Multicine entertainment center and jump on the metro at San Jorge Cable Car Station to see more of the city.
Sopocachi
Theatres, restaurants and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Sopocachi. Sights like Plaza Abaroa and Parque del Monticulo are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater La Paz area at Sopocachi Cable Car Station.
Downtown La Paz
Shopping, churches and mountain views highlight some notable features of Downtown La Paz. Make a stop by Estadio Hernando Siles or Teatro al Aire Libre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Teatro al Aire Libre Cable Car Station or Plaza Triangular Cable Car Station to get around town.