La Paz is Bolivia’s seat of government, set in a dramatic canyon at very high altitude beneath the snow-capped Illimani. Its markets, cable-car network and gateway role for Lake Titicaca and the Uyuni salt flats draw travelers, and hotels and hostels are generally cheap.
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The backpacker area near San Francisco church and the Witches’ Market — lots of budget hotels.
A leafy neighborhood with cafés, restaurants and mid-range hotels.
The lower, warmer southern district with modern hotels and restaurants.
The city on the plateau above, home to the airport, practical for early flights.
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May–October is the dry season, with sunny days and cold nights. The altitude is high year-round, so allow time to acclimatize.
The area around Calle Sagárnaga and San Francisco has many budget hotels and hostels.
Take it easy on arrival, drink plenty of water and avoid heavy exertion for the first day or two.
Lake Titicaca and Copacabana, the Valley of the Moon, Tiwanaku and flights or buses to Uyuni are popular.