[2025 La Paz Attraction] Travel Guide for The Witches Market (Updated Jun)

Witches Market in the Old Town of La Paz 🧙♀️🇧🇴 A mummified llama hangs at the entrance, creating a unique atmosphere. Traditional shops frequented by locals sell medicines and ceremonial items 💊 Most of the market has been turned into a tourist attraction, and it even has a coca museum and coca cafe 🌿 The rows of souvenir shops sell sweaters and gloves made from baby alpaca wool, as well as traditional colorful handicrafts, and the prices are a little cheaper than in other countries 🦙 It's also a great place to buy souvenirs 🧶 A spot you definitely can't miss when you come to La Paz 📍 Caution ⚠️: The altitude is high, so it's recommended that you take your time and wander around slowly. #Traveling Abroad #Bolivia #La Paz #Witches Market #Coca #Llama

La Paz is the god of cable cars, it's so cool. 🚡 Because of the high altitude, ground transportation isn't convenient, so the whole city is connected by cable cars. The person who invented cable car transportation is a genius. I stayed at the Atix Hotel, located in the wealthy Calacoto district. The hotel facilities are relatively new and well-designed. The downside is that it's far from the airport, about 100 BOB by taxi. 🏨 There are many hotels in the city center, but the conditions are worse. A 5–10 minute walk from the hotel takes you to the terminal station of the Green Line cable car. Going to the city center (including the Witches' Market and the San Francisco Basilica) is very simple and convenient. Take the Green Line, transfer to the Blue Line, and go straight to the last stop. If you're unsure, use Google Maps; it's very accurate. For currency exchange, I recommend going to the Basilica. After getting off the Blue Line, navigate for about 10 minutes, and you'll find small stalls with women sitting in the middle. Any of them will do... Bolivians are very straightforward in business, and the prices are the same. 💲 The official USD exchange rate is 1:6; hotels and Uyuni basically use 1:8; the women near the Basilica offer 1:11. I exchanged 100 USD for 1,123 BOB. After exchanging money, walk along the small road, and you'll immediately reach the Witches' Market. I didn't see any witches, just souvenirs like fridge magnets and shawls (you can haggle a little, but they're generally not willing to budge much). 🦙 After that, there's not much to do... You can walk a bit and navigate to the Purple Line to continue taking the cable car. The Purple, Red, Yellow, and Green lines are the most beautiful, offering a top-down view of La Paz. At sunset, I recommend going to the intersection station of the Yellow and Gray lines to eat at the legendary highest-altitude fried chicken restaurant. The view outside the window is very nice. The food is decent, and you can order by clicking pictures on a machine, so you can eat even if you don't speak Spanish. Credit cards are accepted. If you plan to take many cable car rides, buy a transportation card, as their ticketing rules aren't very smart. You can only transfer twice before having to buy another ticket. The transportation card costs 30 BOB, with 15 BOB pre-loaded for cable car rides. Just swipe the card to enter, and recharge it when needed. Just give them the money, no need for conversation... An introvert's dream. For night views, go to the Kili Kili platform. You'll need to climb a few steep slopes, not friendly for altitude sickness... But Bolivia is quite safe at night. Walking on the pitch-black roads at 8–9 pm, no one bothers you.

La Paz is the administrative capital of Bolivia and the highest capital city in the world. It has a rugged terrain, unique eroded earthen forests, and a rich cultural landscape. Here are some recommended attractions and activities: ✅ Murillo Square: Located in the city center, the square features a bronze statue of Pedro Domingo Murillo, a pioneer of South American independence. Surrounded by government agencies and the Congress building, it's a great place to learn about local history and culture. 🚡 Cable Car System: La Paz's cable car system is the primary mode of transportation and a unique sightseeing method. We recommend taking the Red, Yellow, Orange, and Purple lines for a bird's-eye view of the city. Moon Valley: Famous for its peculiar sand and rock forest landscape. You can take a taxi after riding the Green Line cable car, or take a collectivo bus on Av Mexico. 🛍️ Witches' Market: Sells specialty goods such as herbs, minerals, and alpaca wool products. It's a great place to buy souvenirs. Cholitas Wrestling: Performances are held every Thursday and Sunday, offering a unique way to experience the local culture. Tiwanaku Park and San Francisco Cathedral: Historical and cultural attractions worth visiting. 🚡 Transportation La Paz's cable car system has extensive coverage and is a convenient way to explore the city. To get to Moon Valley, you can choose to take a bus or a taxi. It is recommended to book a taxi in advance from the airport to the city center, which costs about BOB 80. 🏨 Accommodation It is recommended to stay near Universidad, which is close to the tourist area and quiet. 🍜 Food Salteñas: Similar to paninis, filled with meat, vegetables, and a sweet broth, these are very popular savory pastries in Bolivia. Humintas: Made from cornmeal and cheese, they are simple and delicious. Anticucho de Carne de Cordero: A common street food, these are flavorful and spicy lamb skewers. La Paz is not just a transit point to the "Salt Flats"; its unique urban landscape and rich cultural experiences make it a destination worth exploring.

#OverseasSeasonalPlaces Here's a one-day sightseeing plan for La Paz✨ You can basically travel to La Paz's tourist spots within walking distance🙆♀️ There are shared taxis, but they were full of locals so I didn't dare use them this time🚌💨 Also, walking uphill is quite tough due to altitude sickness, so if you're traveling with multiple people, I recommend using Uber, which is cheap!! ! We took Uber to the observation deck🚕La Paz has a lot of traffic and many congested roads, so it didn't save us time, but it was a lot easier👌 For lunch, we had typical Bolivian food and were very satisfied🤤The portions can be large, so it might be a good idea to share your meal!! ! After that, we walked around Jaen Street and the old town! Details will be written in the next Trip Moment✨

#OverseasSeasonalPlaces I stayed in La Paz for two days, which is a stopover on the way to the Uyuni Salt Flats. La Paz is famous for its high altitude, and the airport is at an altitude of 4,062m, which is higher than Mount Fuji. I headed to La Paz after getting prescribed medicine for altitude sickness in Japan. I didn't have any major symptoms, but I did feel numbness in my hands and feet and shortness of breath after walking a lot. I arrived in La Paz on an early morning flight, so I first took an Uber to the hotel in the city to leave my luggage. 🚕💨 The hotel I stayed at was Hotel Sagárnaga. 🏨 Although it said that the front desk was open 24 hours a day, it was so early in the morning that I was worried because the door was locked when I arrived at the hotel, but the Uber driver rang the intercom and I was able to enter the hotel safely. 🏨✨ Thanks to the kindness of the hotel, I was able to enter my room about 20 minutes after arriving! ! I was exhausted from the flight and the high altitude, so this was a great help😭 The hotel I stayed at was close to the main tourist sites in La Paz and very convenient, so I recommend it🙆♀️ 📍Location: Sagarnaga 326, La Paz, Bolivia

🏘️Hotel introduction: Atix Hotel combines modern design with local features. The unique architectural style complements the urban landscape of La Paz. The rooms are spacious and bright, with exquisite interiors, high-quality bedding, and modern smart devices, allowing you to enjoy a comfortable rest after a day of sightseeing. The hotel has several restaurants offering a wide variety of cuisines, from traditional Bolivian delicacies to international flavors. In addition, there are facilities such as a gym and a spa to make your trip more enjoyable. 🚗Transportation guide: If you choose to arrive by plane, El Alto International Airport in La Paz is about a 15–20-minute drive from the hotel. You can book a transfer service on the hotel’s official website in advance, or take a regular taxi outside the airport to the hotel. The taxi fare is about 30–50 BOB. If you arrive in La Paz by long-distance bus, you can first go to the main bus station in the city and then take a taxi to the hotel. The city has convenient transportation, and taxis are a common way to get around. 🏕️Nearby attractions: -Mercado de Las Brujas: Just a few blocks from the hotel, it is a 10–15-minute walk away. It is full of mysterious atmosphere, with stalls full of various herbs, amulets, dried llama fetuses, and other special items. It is a great place to experience the local mysterious culture, and you can also buy unique souvenirs here. -Plaza Murillo: It is about a 10-minute taxi ride or a 20-minute public transportation ride from the hotel. It is the central square of La Paz, surrounded by important buildings such as the Presidential Palace and the Congress Building. Here, you can feel the political and historical atmosphere of Bolivia and see the local residents relaxing and entertaining. There are often various activities and performances in the square, which are very lively. 💰️Average cost: Hotel prices vary according to room type and season. In the off-season, the average price per night for a standard room is about CNY 300–500 per person, while in the peak season, it will rise to CNY 500–800 per person. In terms of dining, the average cost per meal in the hotel is CNY 100–200 per person, while the average cost per meal in nearby restaurants is CNY 50–100 per person. The cost of visiting attractions is relatively low, and there is no entrance fee for the Witches’ Market and Plaza Murillo. 💗Other tips: -La Paz is at a high altitude, about 3,600 meters. You may experience altitude sickness when you first arrive. It is recommended to prepare medicine for altitude sickness in advance and avoid strenuous exercise after arrival to allow your body to adapt slowly. -The official language is Spanish. If you are not fluent in English, you can download a translation app to facilitate communication. -In terms of currency, Bolivia uses the Boliviano, which can be exchanged at the airport or banks and exchange points in the city. Some hotels also provide exchange services, but the exchange rate may not be very favorable. Remember to prepare some small cash for shopping in markets and other places.

The witch market is a street in the capital of Bolivia, La Paz. Sanmao once described her interesting experience of buying trinkets in the witch market in her book 'Traveling through Thousands of Waters and Mountains'. Out of curiosity, we went straight to the witch market when we arrived in La Paz. Fortunately, we were not disappointed. The witch market has now declined, and most shops are selling more tourist souvenirs. Only a few shops still hang animal carcasses at the door, displaying various witchcraft tools, amulets, mascots, herbs, etc., with all kinds of strange effects. It is said that burying the dried carcass of a naturally aborted alpaca in the foundation of a house can pray for good luck; while dried frogs can seek wealth. In the witch market, you will also encounter witch doctors. They are easy to recognize, with black hats on their heads and coca bags on their chests, which are typical images of witch doctors. We don't understand Spanish and didn't go to find a witch doctor, but we also saw the process of local people asking questions. Magic is far away from us, but for Bolivians, choosing witchcraft tools is as casual as buying vegetables. The buyer and seller do not need too much language, it seems that everyone understands witchcraft. The interesting thing about the witch market is that the locals bring the magic in the legend into reality. They are here to find a panacea, to seek wealth, to seek love, and to seek immortality. Address: Mercado de las Brujas, La Paz, Bolivia It is recommended to take a car to the witch market first, and then walk downhill to the Church of St. Francis to avoid climbing uphill in high-altitude areas, which is too tiring!

Location: Bolivia Witch's Market, Mercado de las brujas The Witch's Market is a place that sells traditional Bolivian items. Cute alpacas, coin purses, traditional clothing, etc. Not dolls, but real baby llamas?! There is a superstition that burying a baby llama in the ground when building a house will get rid of bad luck. A baby llama that looks like a pig's head in Korea #HotPlace #ElegantTravel #LifeShotPlace