Mecapaca
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.
Plaza Murillo
The historical heart of La Paz is home to impressive colonial buildings, statues of prominent national figures and a museum colonial art.
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.
Plaza San Francisco
See historic architecture, watch street performers and browse the stands of handicraft and food markets at this lively central square.
Estadio Hernando Siles
Catch an event at Estadio Hernando Siles during your trip to La Paz. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
La Paz: Cholitas Wrestling Tickets and Transfer
La Paz: Queens of the Ring, Cholitas Wrestling
La Paz: Tiwanaku Archeological Ruins Guided Tour
Top hotels in Mecapaca
DREAM By Stannum Hotel
We had a lovely room overlooking the plaza out front. It was very spacious and the bed was very comfortable. The location was great, within walking distance of markets and restaurants, etc. We arrived very early in the morning due to our flight being delayed and the staff was able to help us get ...
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
Stannum Boutique Hotel & Spa
The hotel location is great- very friendly and helpful staff. The onsite restaurants was really good too.
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Mitru Express
Staff were excellent, particularly at the front desk. Very responsive and helpful.
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
Hotel Presidente
Yes stores were close by and it was a nice warm place.
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026
Las Brisas Centro Hotel
No food, restaurant looks like a gost house. Very noisy
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Hotel Europa La Paz
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Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mecapaca
Palca
Palca might not have many top sights, but Valle de las Animas and Muela del Diablo are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
San Miguel
San Miguel is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Galería PURO and El Bosque Boulevard Food Court.
Macrodistrito Sur
If you're spending time in Macrodistrito Sur, check out sights like Irpavi Cable Car Station or Galería PURO and hop on the metro to see more 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
Theaters, restaurants, and shopping are just a few things travelers 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.
