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Holiday In La Paz

There’s a big bowl in the middle of the high Altiplano that holds a city that’s about as alluring as they come. La Paz, Bolivia started as a small settlement full of Spaniards, but by the late 1800s (and after the revolution) it turned into the de facto seat of national government.

Today, the city is high various “top places to visit in South America” lists, including yours. You can tee off at the world’s highest golf course and visit more museums than you ever thought possible. Check out lastminute.com.au’s cheap packages to La Paz and get going today.

Things to Do in La Paz

Now that your feet are on the ground in Bolivia, get them on the pedals of a car. One of lastminute.com.au’s La Paz car hire deals should do the trick. Head over to the Museo San Francisco Cultural Centre and get your art fix on with 17th-century paintings from the baroque mestizo style. This place isn’t just art—it was also the home of historical moments, like when the Bolivians told the Spanish to take a hike, kicking off the war of independence. Don’t forget to climb the church tower so you can get a panoramic view of the city.

You know what else is fun to do on a holiday in La Paz? Hitting the links at the world’s highest golf club, that’s what. The La Paz Golf Club sits 3318 metres above sea level, and even if you’re not a golf enthusiast, you’ve got to get out and play a round. The views from some of the holes are beyond description and some of the footbridges you have to cross will put your fear of heights to the test. Good luck on the par 3 “Moon Hole” it eats balls for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Shopping, Dining & Nightlife

When it comes to shopping, you won’t have a problem finding a market that suit your interests. But the crème de la crème of shopping during La Paz holidays is at the El Mercado de las Brujas, also known as The Witches’ Market. The place is run by local witch doctors who don’t bother with the T-shirt and pan flute business. No, they’re more in the potions, dried frogs and medicinal plants business. We guarantee your grocery store back home is nothing like this.

After you’ve been healed or had a charm cast upon you, head to the Casco Viejo neighbourhood and grab a bite from one of the almuerzo kitchens. One of the staples of the area are saltenas, baked empanadas stuffed with meat mixed with a spicy sauce and vegetables. These little kitchens turn ’em out faster than you can say saltenas. Want a fancier meal? Head to the Southern District for white tablecloths and candles. Make sure you wear nice shoes.

When you’re finally ready to boogie during your La Paz holiday, the nightclubs in the Sopocachi neighbourhood will do just fine. Really, any of the major areas around town, from the Southern District to the Miraflores neighbourhood, like to party till the break of dawn. No joke. Local laws prohibit the sale of alcohol after 4 a.m., but several speakeasies don’t believe that law exists. You just have to find them.

What’s Next?

A relaxing trip to the high Alitplano in Bolivia sounds like a perfect fit for you. Check out our insanely great La Paz packages and book your holiday now. You’ll be on a flight to South America in no time.