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 7 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 January
Estimated hotel price
$356
1 night at 3-star hotel
La Paz in January
Estimated hotel price
$356
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.

Plane

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

Airports near La Paz

LAPLa Paz Leon
SJDSan José del Cabo Los Cabos

Airlines serving La Paz

KLM
Good (1,575 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,225 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,464 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,590 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,251 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,662 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,230 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,652 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,431 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,032 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,950 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,548 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (639 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,463 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,981 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,916 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,218 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,539 reviews)
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Where to stay in La Paz

Average rates range from around $249 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $599 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of La Paz

Most booked hotels in La Paz

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Club El Moro Hotel Suites
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$190+
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Hotel Indigo La Paz Puerta Cortes By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$716+
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Courtyard by Marriott La Paz Baja California Sur
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$234+
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Araiza Palmira
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$159+
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Hotel La Concha Beach Resort
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
$229+
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Hiring a car in La Paz

Expect to pay $2.89 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 $34.59 and $46.11. Full-size (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in La Paz, while also 71% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $2.89 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 $34.59 and $46.11. Full-size (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in La Paz, while also 71% cheaper than other types, on average.

Car hire agencies in La Paz

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