Book a hotel near Mercado Negro, Tupiza

Visiting Mercado Negro will always be time well spent.

You'll find it in Tupiza, 380 miles (612 kilometers) outside the national capital, La Paz.

In an area as remote as this, you can't expect to find many hotels, so be prepared to travel up to 60 miles (97 kilometers). The Munay La Quiaca is 45 miles (72 kilometers) away.

If you find yourself flagging, you can keep your senses alert with a hit of caffeine. Savor a coffee or two at Cafeteria Muxsa, a brief stroll away. If your belly's trying to tell you something, try and silence it with a visit to Rosticeria Rickyicon, also close-at-hand. If you're eager for more, you can stop for a beer or wine at Bar restaurant la tapera.

Other Things to Do Near Mercado Negro

• Get a better feel for the character of this area by visiting some of its most well-known monuments, like Plazuela El Mundo Monument.
• Cathedral of Our Lady of Candelaria is a place of worship that is worth having a look at if you're in the area. Inside tours might require prior bookings.
• You'll love spending some time at a popular local landmark, Street Markets. You'll have fun as you stroll among the charming stalls with locally made goods.

After a busy day, get on the metro at Estacion de Tupiza, just 0.1 miles (0.2 kilometers) from Mercado Negro.