The Plaza Murillo is a romantic, tranquil place to hang out for couples and locals that appreciate the beauty of the colonial architecture, which includes the Palacio Quemado and the Congreso Nacional. There are also several eating places around the plaza and even a theatre. From time to time, you may see exhibitions by local painters, and you meet a lot of native street sellers, shoe shiners, etc. There are always various older Bolivians here, relaxing and having their daily chit-chats.

The Witches' Market is the most common gathering spot for all locals in La Paz. Situated on Calle Jiminez and Linares, locals go to the Witches' Market to get llama fetuses and dried frogs for Aymara ceremonies, and little soapstone sculptures and aphrodisiacs. Placed amidst the dynamic traveler's market, the Witches' Market displays its clients' herbs, folk medications and a diversity of unique items used to control the many spirits that occupy the Aymara world.

This building has as its core - the original San Francisco Church - started in 1548, one year before La Paz was established. The church collapsed under a heavy snowfall in 1610 and was renovated in 1784. This church's Baroque frontage is a unification of local and Catholic art, and is abundantly ornamented with original figures, such as dragons and tropical birds. Several traditions and styles merge in the Plaza de San Francisco, which is opposite the church. A contemporary statue of rock columns and limestone in the square facade honors three large civilizations of Bolivia.

Pizzeria Eli's is a local cafe, with truly great pizza at a very reasonable price. Locals stop in to eat salads and some varieties of delicious pizza. The pleasant interior decoration and charming atmosphere is another reason why locals love going there. The staff are very caring, and check on their customers often. Cocktails are excellent, and there's a great variety of drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic.

The Mariscal Andrés de Santa Cruz Public Library was founded in 1838. As a source of free public information, it constitutes a local first step to information, makes available the essential environment for life-long study, cultural growth and self-determining decisions made by individuals and social groups. They have the belief that this library is a living and strong center for learning, culture and knowledge, and that it is an important instrument for nurturing harmony and spiritual interests throughout the population.

The Coliseo Cerrado of La Paz is suitable for practicing volleyball and basketball, as well as dances, concerts and other shows. After a recent renovation, a synthetic floor was installed in both its main field and in the training area. It has boxes in the stands, a number of administrative offices, a cafeteria and various areas for other sports, some of which require little space. These include table tennis, chess, gymnastics, etc.