About Santa Cruz de la Sierra
Santa Cruz de la Sierra is one of Bolivia's major cities, home to around 1,831,434 people.
Best time
The dry season (roughly May–September) is ideal
Weather
From highland cool to tropical warmth
Experiences
Things to do in Santa Cruz de la Sierra
1
Climb the church tower
2
Jardín Botánico Municipal
3
Sloths of Cotoca
4
CineCenter
5
Estadio Ramón Tahuichi Aguilera
6
Bowling
7
Plaza 24 de Septiembre
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Cabañas del Rio Pirai
Budget travel
Free things to do in Santa Cruz de la Sierra
Climb the church tower
Plaza 24 de Septiembre
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Climb the church tower
- Visit Jardín Botánico Municipal
- Visit Sloths of Cotoca
- Eat at El Aljibe
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit CineCenter
- Visit Estadio Ramón Tahuichi Aguilera
- Visit Bowling
- Eat at Design Center
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Plaza 24 de Septiembre
- Visit Cabañas del Rio Pirai
- Eat at Los Lomitos
Where to eat
El Aljibe
Design Center
Los Lomitos
Fridolin
Alexander's Cafe
Yogenfruz
Bits and Cream
Pollo Moderno
Where to stay
- Hotel Turista
- Jodanga Backpackers Hostel
- Hotel Tropical Inn
- Hotel Copacabana
- Hotel Viru Viru
Shopping
- La Feria Barrio Lindo
Nightlife
- Bar Lorca
- Café 24
- La Bodeguita
- Duda Bar
In pictures
Santa Cruz de la Sierra gallery
Keep exploring
