Bolivia

Superlative in its natural beauty, rugged, vexing, complex and slightly nerve-racking, Bolivia is one of South America’s most diverse and intriguing nations.

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Mercado de las Brujas
La Paz
The city’s most unusual market lies along Calles Jiménez and Linares between Sagárnaga and Av Mariscal Santa Cruz, amid lively tourist artesanías (stores…
Salar de Uyuni
Bolivia
The world's largest salt flat sits at a lofty 3653m (11,985ft) and blankets an amazing 12,000 sq km (4633 sq miles). It was part of a prehistoric salt…
Dinosaur Tracks
Bolivia
As you might have guessed from the dinosaur figure in the plaza or the dinosaur head sticking out of city hall, Torotoro has become synonymous with…
Museo Nacional del Arte
La Paz
This colonial building was constructed in 1775 of pink sandstone and has been restored to its original grandeur, in mestizo (mixed) baroque and Andino…
Museo de Textiles Andinos Bolivianos
La Paz
Fans of Bolivia’s lovely traditional weaving consider this small textile museum a must-see. Examples of the country’s finest traditional textiles …
Museo de Etnografía y Folklore
La Paz
Anthropology buffs should check out this museum, one of the city's best. The building, itself a real treasure, was constructed in 1720 and was once the…
Caverna de Umajalanta
Bolivia
The Río Umajalanta, which disappears beneath a layer of limestone approximately 22m thick, has formed the impressive Umajalanta Cavern, of which 4.5km of…
Santuario Chuchini
Amazon Basin
The Santuario Chuchini (Jaguar's Lair) is one of the few easily accessible Paitití sites. This wildlife sanctuary and camp sits on an 8-hectare loma …

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Best Things to Do

Bolivia offers travelers a wealth of authentic travel experiences. From urban adventures to wildlife excursions, here are the 17 best things to do.

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Things to Know

Bolivia is home to some of the most dramatic landscapes on the whole continent, but exploring can take some planning. Here's what you need to know.

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Transportation

Bus travel in Bolivia can be a wild and thrilling experience, but planes, trains, and even aerial cable cars can smooth things over for the faint of heart.

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Visa Requirements

It's easy to visit Bolivia's sensational national parks, beguiling cities and Indigenous communities. Here's what you need to know about visas.

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Money and Costs

Bolivia is one of the top bargain destinations in the Americas, and you don't need a big budget to enjoy its wonders. Here's how to see Bolivia for less.

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Traveling with Kids

Explore one of South America’s most captivating countries as a family with this guide to the best things to do in Bolivia with kids.

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Best Road Trips

From the towering Andes to the relaxed vibe of easter villages, discover Bolivia’s outstanding sceneries on a road trip at your own pace.

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