Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

La Paz travel guide

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You're Going to Love La Paz

With a population of 171,485, La Paz is the largest city in Baja California Sur, Mexico by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything La Paz has to offer.

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Where to Eat in La Paz

If you’re looking for affordable options, Azotea (Belisario Domínguez 387) and Quemadero (Paseo Álvaro Obregón) are great picks.

When to visit La Paz

La Paz in September
Estimated hotel price
€170
1 night at 3-star hotel
La Paz in September
Estimated hotel price
€170
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to La Paz in July, when the average temperature is 30 °C, and the highest can go up to 37 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 11 °C, with an average temperature of 17 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 59 mm. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in La Paz, with an average rainfall of 1 mm.

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How to Get to La Paz

Plane

When flying to La Paz, you’ll arrive at La Paz Leon (LAP), which is located 6 miles from the city centre.

Bus

La Paz’s bus station is located 1.7 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to La Paz, you’ll arrive at La Paz Leon (LAP), which is located 6 miles from the city centre.

Bus

La Paz’s bus station is located 1.7 miles from the city centre.

Airports near La Paz

Airlines serving La Paz

KLM
Good (1,432 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,571 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,095 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,045 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,677 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,434 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,504 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,517 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,432 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,899 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,084 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,887 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,653 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,184 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,642 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,558 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (571 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,127 reviews)
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Where to stay in La Paz

Average rates range from around €113 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €391 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of La Paz

Most booked hotels in La Paz

Hotel Catedral La Paz
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
€113+
Hotel Indigo La Paz Puerta Cortes By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
€244+
Courtyard by Marriott La Paz Baja California Sur
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
€97+
Seven Crown La Paz Malecon
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
€111+
Araiza Palmira Hotel y Centro de Convenciones
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
€76+
La Concha Beach Hotel & Club
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
€100+

Hiring a car in La Paz

Expect to pay €1.21 per litre in La Paz (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €14.44 and €19.25. The most frequently booked car type in La Paz is Economy (Class Economy SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Volkswagen Vento or similar) is, on average, 84% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay €1.21 per litre in La Paz (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €14.44 and €19.25. The most frequently booked car type in La Paz is Economy (Class Economy SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Volkswagen Vento or similar) is, on average, 84% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in La Paz

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Budget

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