{"id":3324,"date":"2026-09-22T19:09:47","date_gmt":"2026-09-22T19:09:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alpacasteps.com\/?p=3324"},"modified":"2026-09-27T14:06:13","modified_gmt":"2026-09-27T14:06:13","slug":"16-de-julio","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alpacasteps.com\/?p=3324","title":{"rendered":"How to Get to Feria 16 de Julio from La Paz"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"3324\" class=\"elementor elementor-3324\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7bbfec17 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"7bbfec17\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-754f5f73 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"754f5f73\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_we_effect_on&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"94vg9z\" data-start=\"391\" data-end=\"449\">Feria 16 de Julio in El Alto: How to Visit Independently<\/h2><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"584\">The Feria 16 de Julio is not a market you need to \u201ccomplete\u201d.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"584\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-3328\" src=\"https:\/\/alpacasteps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/16-de-julio-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alpacasteps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/16-de-julio-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/alpacasteps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/16-de-julio-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/alpacasteps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/16-de-julio.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"586\" data-end=\"741\">It spreads through many streets in El Alto, with clothing, second-hand goods, tools, electronics, household items, food and all kinds of everyday products.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"792\">The easiest way to visit independently is simple:<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"970\"><strong data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"970\">Take the Red Line cable car to 16 de Julio \u2192 save the station as your reference point \u2192 explore what interests you \u2192 return to the same station when you are ready to leave.<\/strong><\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"1168\">The exact position of vendors and products can change from one market day to another, so this guide intentionally does <strong data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1098\">not<\/strong> give you a fixed walking route.<\/p><hr data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1368\" \/><h2 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"mfbqrj\" data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1393\">The 20-Second Answer<\/h2><ul><li dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1754\"><strong data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1404\">Days:<\/strong> Thursday and Sunday<\/li><li dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1754\"><strong data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1454\">Best for more activity:<\/strong> Sunday<\/li><li dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1754\"><strong data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1483\">Quieter option:<\/strong> Thursday.<\/li><li><strong data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1509\">Cable car:<\/strong> Red Line<\/li><li><strong data-start=\"1521\" data-end=\"1537\">Destination:<\/strong> 16 de Julio<\/li><li><strong data-start=\"1552\" data-end=\"1561\">Fare:<\/strong> Bs 3 each way<\/li><li><strong data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1602\">Journey from La Paz:<\/strong> around 15 minutes<\/li><li><strong data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1659\">Best payment option at the fair:<\/strong> cash<\/li><li><strong data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1683\">Recommended:<\/strong> small bills, comfortable shoes and only the valuables you really need.<\/li><\/ul><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1980\">The fair operates mainly on <strong data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1809\">Thursdays and Sundays<\/strong>. Sunday was noticeably more crowded during our field visit, while Thursday still has plenty of vendors but can be easier to explore.<\/p><hr data-start=\"1982\" data-end=\"1985\" \/><h2 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"yfo7gv\" data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"2008\">When Should You Go?<\/h2><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2128\">The fair begins to come alive from around <strong data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2068\">7:00\u20137:30 AM<\/strong> and is already operating well by approximately <strong data-start=\"2116\" data-end=\"2127\">8:00 AM<\/strong>.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2169\">The busiest period is generally around:<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2171\" data-end=\"2191\"><strong data-start=\"2171\" data-end=\"2191\">9:00 AM\u201311:30 AM<\/strong><\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2259\">If you want to see the fair at its busiest, go during this period.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2416\">For a first visit, <strong data-start=\"2280\" data-end=\"2323\">around 11:30 AM can be more comfortable<\/strong>. Some people begin leaving for lunch and certain streets become slightly easier to navigate.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2418\" data-end=\"2648\">We would avoid arriving for the first time after approximately <strong data-start=\"2481\" data-end=\"2492\">5:00 PM<\/strong>. The fair may still be operating, but some stalls begin packing up and getting back to La Paz can be less convenient.<\/p><hr data-start=\"2650\" data-end=\"2653\" \/><h2 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"d3fou2\" data-start=\"2655\" data-end=\"2700\">How to Get to Feria 16 de Julio from La Paz<\/h2><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2702\" data-end=\"2743\">The simplest option is <strong data-start=\"2725\" data-end=\"2742\">Mi Telef\u00e9rico<\/strong>.<\/p><h2 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"tihvhp\" data-start=\"2745\" data-end=\"2769\">1. Go to the Red Line<\/h2><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2771\" data-end=\"2780\">Start at:<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2782\" data-end=\"2815\"><strong data-start=\"2782\" data-end=\"2815\">Estaci\u00f3n Central \u2014 L\u00ednea Roja<\/strong><\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2817\" data-end=\"2873\">Google Maps:<br data-start=\"2829\" data-end=\"2832\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/knEmBWCkVAv1iy9g8\">https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/knEmBWCkVAv1iy9g8<\/a><\/p><h3 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"k1r39a\" data-start=\"2875\" data-end=\"2908\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-3330\" src=\"https:\/\/alpacasteps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/tel-300x225.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alpacasteps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/tel-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/alpacasteps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/tel.png 474w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/h3><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2973\" data-end=\"3042\"><em data-start=\"2988\" data-end=\"3042\">Start at Estaci\u00f3n Central and look for the Red Line.<\/em><\/p><hr data-start=\"3044\" data-end=\"3047\" \/><h2 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"1bwvhj1\" data-start=\"3049\" data-end=\"3092\">2. Take the Red Line Towards 16 de Julio<\/h2><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3094\" data-end=\"3103\">Look for:<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3105\" data-end=\"3120\"><strong data-start=\"3105\" data-end=\"3120\">16 de Julio<\/strong><\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3122\" data-end=\"3158\">You do <strong data-start=\"3129\" data-end=\"3136\">not<\/strong> need to change lines.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3160\" data-end=\"3258\"><strong data-start=\"3160\" data-end=\"3169\">Fare:<\/strong> Bs 3<br data-start=\"3174\" data-end=\"3177\" \/><strong data-start=\"3177\" data-end=\"3194\">Journey time:<\/strong> approximately 15 minutes.<\/p><hr data-start=\"3260\" data-end=\"3263\" \/><h2 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"4ohk4n\" data-start=\"3265\" data-end=\"3293\">3. Get Off at 16 de Julio<\/h2><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3295\" data-end=\"3310\">The station is:<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3312\" data-end=\"3349\"><strong data-start=\"3312\" data-end=\"3349\">Estaci\u00f3n 16 de Julio \u2014 L\u00ednea Roja<\/strong><\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3351\" data-end=\"3501\">You do not need to worry too much about choosing a particular exit. During our visit, the exits led directly into the commercial area around the fair.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3503\" data-end=\"3655\">As soon as you leave the station, you will already begin seeing clothing, vendors and different types of products.<\/p><h3 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"1j48zdp\" data-start=\"3657\" data-end=\"3696\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-3329\" src=\"https:\/\/alpacasteps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/16julio-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alpacasteps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/16julio-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/alpacasteps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/16julio-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/alpacasteps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/16julio.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/h3><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3887\" data-end=\"3921\"><strong data-start=\"3887\" data-end=\"3921\">\u201cYes, I\u2019m in the right place.\u201d<\/strong><\/p><hr data-start=\"3923\" data-end=\"3926\" \/><h2 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"1bn0q0b\" data-start=\"3928\" data-end=\"3956\">Where Does the Fair Begin?<\/h2><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3958\" data-end=\"4017\">Practically <strong data-start=\"3970\" data-end=\"4016\">as soon as you leave the cable car station<\/strong>.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4019\" data-end=\"4144\">A useful reference is <strong data-start=\"4041\" data-end=\"4065\">Avenida Panamericana<\/strong>, but the commercial activity spreads quickly into several surrounding streets.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4146\" data-end=\"4212\">Google Maps reference:<br data-start=\"4168\" data-end=\"4171\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/xCrJ6vXNh2H4Fuum7\">https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/xCrJ6vXNh2H4Fuum7<\/a><\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4214\" data-end=\"4256\">You do not need to find a formal entrance.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4258\" data-end=\"4274\">There isn\u2019t one.<\/p><hr data-start=\"4276\" data-end=\"4279\" \/><h2 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"yktpoj\" data-start=\"4281\" data-end=\"4311\">Do I Need to Follow a Route?<\/h2><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4313\" data-end=\"4316\">No.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4318\" data-end=\"4392\">And we actually recommend that you <strong data-start=\"4353\" data-end=\"4391\">don\u2019t try to follow a strict route<\/strong>.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4394\" data-end=\"4622\">The Feria 16 de Julio is a working commercial space, not a tourist circuit. Vendors can move, different sections can expand or contract, and what you find on one visit may not be arranged exactly the same way the following week.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4624\" data-end=\"4632\">Instead:<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4634\" data-end=\"4737\"><strong data-start=\"4634\" data-end=\"4737\">Use the cable car station as your main reference point and explore according to what interests you.<\/strong><\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4739\" data-end=\"4768\">Before walking too far, save:<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4770\" data-end=\"4794\"><strong data-start=\"4770\" data-end=\"4794\">Estaci\u00f3n 16 de Julio<\/strong><\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4796\" data-end=\"4811\">on Google Maps.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4813\" data-end=\"4926\">The station is one of the easiest landmarks to use when you want to return.<\/p><hr data-start=\"4928\" data-end=\"4931\" \/><h2>Looking for Something Specific? Use the Feria 16 de Julio App<\/h2><p>The Feria 16 de Julio spreads across many streets, and the location of individual vendors can change.<\/p><p>If you are looking for something specific, there is now another useful option: the <strong>Feria 16 de Julio App<\/strong>.<\/p><p>The app was created to help connect visitors with participating vendors and their stalls, making part of this enormous commercial area easier to explore from your phone. It is available for both <strong>Android and iOS<\/strong> and was developed by <strong>IDAIPLUS S.R.L.<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/bo\/app\/feria-16-de-julio\/id6761080879?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">App Store<\/a><\/p><h3>What Can You Do With the App?<\/h3><p>You can:<\/p><ul><li>search for products by name, category or keyword;<\/li><li>see registered vendors and stalls on a map;<\/li><li>get directions to a stall using GPS or maps;<\/li><li>save products and vendors to your favourites;<\/li><li>add products to a shopping cart and then contact the seller directly through WhatsApp;<\/li><li>see new products, promotions and updates published by participating vendors;<\/li><li>check vendor profiles and, where available, ratings and reviews. <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/bo\/app\/feria-16-de-julio\/id6761080879?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">App Store<\/a><\/li><\/ul><h3>A Practical Example<\/h3><p>Imagine you are looking for a specific pair of trainers.<\/p><p>Instead of walking through street after street hoping to find them, you can search for the product in the app, see which registered vendors list something similar, locate their stall and contact them before walking there.<\/p><p>For a fair this large, that can save a lot of time.<\/p><h3>Important to Know<\/h3><p>The app does <strong>not<\/strong> mean that every stall in Feria 16 de Julio is mapped.<\/p><p>Vendors need to register their businesses and products on the platform, so you will still find plenty of stalls, products and sellers that are not listed in the app.<\/p><p>Think of it as an additional tool for finding specific things \u2014 <strong>not as a complete digital map of the entire fair<\/strong>.<\/p><p>That is also why we still recommend exploring according to what catches your attention rather than trying to follow a fixed route.<\/p><h3>Download the App<\/h3><p><strong>Android:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.idaiplus.feria16dejulio&amp;utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Feria 16 de Julio \u2014 Google Play<\/a><br \/><strong>iPhone:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/bo\/app\/feria-16-de-julio\/id6761080879\">Feria 16 de Julio \u2014 App Store<\/a><\/p><p>You can also explore the official platform and its current features on the Feria 16 de Julio website.<\/p><hr \/><h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-3354\" src=\"https:\/\/alpacasteps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-22-at-4.10.32-PM-269x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"269\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alpacasteps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-22-at-4.10.32-PM-269x300.jpeg 269w, https:\/\/alpacasteps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-22-at-4.10.32-PM.jpeg 372w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 269px) 100vw, 269px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-3355\" src=\"https:\/\/alpacasteps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-22-at-4.08.44-PM-141x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"141\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alpacasteps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-22-at-4.08.44-PM-141x300.jpeg 141w, https:\/\/alpacasteps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-22-at-4.08.44-PM-480x1024.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/alpacasteps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-22-at-4.08.44-PM-720x1536.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/alpacasteps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-22-at-4.08.44-PM.jpeg 750w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 141px) 100vw, 141px\" \/><\/h3><blockquote><p><em>The Feria 16 de Julio App lets you search participating vendors and see their stalls on a map.<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote><hr data-start=\"5816\" data-end=\"5819\" \/><h2 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"uw2mu6\" data-start=\"5821\" data-end=\"5858\">How to Explore Without Getting Lost<\/h2><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"5860\" data-end=\"5915\">The biggest mistake is not choosing the \u201cwrong street\u201d.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"5917\" data-end=\"5994\">It is simply walking for a long time without remembering where you came from.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"5996\" data-end=\"6021\">A few simple things help:<\/p><ul data-start=\"6023\" data-end=\"6411\"><li data-section-id=\"1twi5qa\" data-start=\"6023\" data-end=\"6082\">Save the <strong data-start=\"6034\" data-end=\"6067\">16 de Julio cable car station<\/strong> on your phone.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1js2msn\" data-start=\"6083\" data-end=\"6154\">Use the cable car infrastructure as a visual reference when possible.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1xsy7dh\" data-start=\"6155\" data-end=\"6218\">Check your location before moving much farther into the fair.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"a3ls19\" data-start=\"6219\" data-end=\"6264\">Don\u2019t feel that you need to see everything.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1h3hw9a\" data-start=\"6265\" data-end=\"6303\">Explore the areas that interest you.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"7r67r3\" data-start=\"6304\" data-end=\"6411\">If you start losing your sense of direction, return towards the station before continuing somewhere else.<\/li><\/ul><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"6413\" data-end=\"6562\">The fair extends far beyond the first streets around the station, so trying to cover everything is unnecessary.<\/p><hr data-start=\"6564\" data-end=\"6567\" \/><h2 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"aad6qu\" data-start=\"6569\" data-end=\"6588\">Cash, QR or Card?<\/h2><h2 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"1tcmdxr\" data-start=\"6590\" data-end=\"6617\">Bring Bolivianos in Cash<\/h2><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"6619\" data-end=\"6667\">Cash is still the most practical payment method.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"6669\" data-end=\"6759\">QR payments are common in Bolivia and some sellers accept them, but <strong data-start=\"6737\" data-end=\"6758\">not everyone does<\/strong>.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"6761\" data-end=\"6793\">Cards are much less useful here.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"6795\" data-end=\"6801\">Bring:<\/p><ul data-start=\"6803\" data-end=\"6894\"><li data-section-id=\"7je9ft\" data-start=\"6803\" data-end=\"6821\">small banknotes;<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1g5jutb\" data-start=\"6822\" data-end=\"6835\">some coins;<\/li><li data-section-id=\"2ljt7a\" data-start=\"6836\" data-end=\"6894\">only approximately the amount of cash you expect to use.<\/li><\/ul><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"6896\" data-end=\"7078\">Some sellers may accept US dollars, but we would <strong data-start=\"6945\" data-end=\"6983\">not recommend depending on dollars<\/strong> because the exchange rate offered may not be favourable.<\/p><hr data-start=\"7080\" data-end=\"7083\" \/><h2 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"1wh8ojq\" data-start=\"7085\" data-end=\"7103\">Can You Bargain?<\/h2><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"7105\" data-end=\"7127\">Yes, on many products.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"7129\" data-end=\"7150\">You can politely ask:<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"7152\" data-end=\"7206\"><strong data-start=\"7152\" data-end=\"7176\">\u00bfCu\u00e1nto es lo menos?<\/strong><br data-start=\"7176\" data-end=\"7179\" \/><em data-start=\"7179\" data-end=\"7206\">What\u2019s your lowest price?<\/em><\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"7208\" data-end=\"7292\">This is common for many goods, particularly second-hand items and other merchandise.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"7294\" data-end=\"7386\">Food and drinks normally have more established prices.<\/p><hr data-start=\"7388\" data-end=\"7391\" \/><h2 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"15rc7mx\" data-start=\"7393\" data-end=\"7422\">Eating at Feria 16 de Julio<\/h2><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"7424\" data-end=\"7514\">There is plenty of food throughout the fair, including meals, snacks, drinks and desserts.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"7516\" data-end=\"7643\">Because many food stalls operate directly beside busy streets, use the same judgement you would use at any large street market.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"7645\" data-end=\"7666\">Look for stalls with:<\/p><ul data-start=\"7668\" data-end=\"7785\"><li data-section-id=\"19ya3p3\" data-start=\"7668\" data-end=\"7690\">plenty of customers;<\/li><li data-section-id=\"zh4zsz\" data-start=\"7691\" data-end=\"7707\">good turnover;<\/li><li data-section-id=\"11gbtsp\" data-start=\"7708\" data-end=\"7736\">food being prepared fresh;<\/li><li data-section-id=\"lzp6ye\" data-start=\"7737\" data-end=\"7785\">ingredients being handled and stored properly.<\/li><\/ul><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"7787\" data-end=\"7971\">A busy stall where food is constantly being prepared is generally a better choice than one where prepared food has been sitting for a long time.<\/p><hr data-start=\"8137\" data-end=\"8140\" \/><h2 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"15st4be\" data-start=\"8142\" data-end=\"8151\">Toilets<\/h2><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"8153\" data-end=\"8196\">Yes, there are toilets throughout the fair.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"8198\" data-end=\"8220\">Look for signs saying:<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"8222\" data-end=\"8230\"><strong data-start=\"8222\" data-end=\"8230\">BA\u00d1O<\/strong><\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"8232\" data-end=\"8276\">During our visit, prices were approximately:<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"8278\" data-end=\"8291\"><strong data-start=\"8278\" data-end=\"8291\">Bs 1\u20131.50<\/strong><\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"8293\" data-end=\"8366\">Carry a few coins or small notes.<\/p><hr data-start=\"8368\" data-end=\"8371\" \/><h2 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"2siyqg\" data-start=\"8373\" data-end=\"8401\">Is Feria 16 de Julio Safe?<\/h2><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"8403\" data-end=\"8475\">The fair attracts very large numbers of people, particularly on Sundays.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"8477\" data-end=\"8625\">The main concern for an independent visitor is <strong data-start=\"8524\" data-end=\"8564\">opportunistic theft in crowded areas<\/strong>, rather than treating the whole fair as a \u201cdangerous place\u201d.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"8627\" data-end=\"8640\">Travel light.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"8642\" data-end=\"8655\">We recommend:<\/p><ul data-start=\"8657\" data-end=\"8997\"><li data-section-id=\"1xarr4v\" data-start=\"8657\" data-end=\"8709\">leave unnecessary valuables at your accommodation;<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1xgdci9\" data-start=\"8710\" data-end=\"8754\">avoid wearing expensive-looking jewellery;<\/li><li data-section-id=\"dydm6q\" data-start=\"8755\" data-end=\"8804\">keep your wallet somewhere difficult to access;<\/li><li data-section-id=\"wjtxa0\" data-start=\"8805\" data-end=\"8866\">avoid constantly holding your phone out in crowded streets;<\/li><li data-section-id=\"zuldhi\" data-start=\"8867\" data-end=\"8928\">use a small bag rather than a large backpack when possible;<\/li><li data-section-id=\"wgv7an\" data-start=\"8929\" data-end=\"8952\">keep your bag closed;<\/li><li data-section-id=\"ehmklc\" data-start=\"8953\" data-end=\"8997\">in dense crowds, carry it in front of you.<\/li><\/ul><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"8999\" data-end=\"9144\">If someone creates an unusual distraction, asks you to hand over an object or tries to involve you in something that feels strange, keep walking.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"9146\" data-end=\"9273\">If you genuinely need help, ask a vendor, police officer or Mi Telef\u00e9rico staff member.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"9275\" data-end=\"9308\">The goal is not to be frightened.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"9310\" data-end=\"9400\">Just pay attention in the same way you would in any very crowded market or transport area.<\/p><hr data-start=\"9402\" data-end=\"9405\" \/><h2 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"r8qrtz\" data-start=\"9407\" data-end=\"9422\">Taking Photos<\/h2><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"9424\" data-end=\"9488\">General photos of the fair and its streets are usually possible.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"9490\" data-end=\"9584\">But remember: <strong data-start=\"9504\" data-end=\"9584\">this is a workplace for thousands of people, not a set created for visitors.<\/strong><\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"9586\" data-end=\"9662\">Wide photos of streets, products and the general environment are preferable.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"9664\" data-end=\"9742\">If one person is clearly the subject of your photograph, ask permission first.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"9744\" data-end=\"9856\">Try not to photograph identifiable people closely without their consent.<\/p><hr data-start=\"9858\" data-end=\"9861\" \/><h2 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"11jy4ew\" data-start=\"9863\" data-end=\"9911\">What About the Aymara Spiritual Practitioners?<\/h2><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"9913\" data-end=\"10004\">There is an area where Aymara spiritual practitioners work near the wider 16 de Julio area.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"10006\" data-end=\"10075\">However, <strong data-start=\"10015\" data-end=\"10074\">we would not make this the reason for visiting the fair<\/strong>.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"10077\" data-end=\"10180\">Not everyone works every market day, and during our Sunday visit some practitioners were not available.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"10182\" data-end=\"10292\">If you happen to visit the area, remember that these are people at work \u2014 not performers waiting for tourists.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"10294\" data-end=\"10360\">Google Maps reference:<br data-start=\"10316\" data-end=\"10319\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/f7CrzEsXdSvCiuYX6\">https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/f7CrzEsXdSvCiuYX6<\/a><\/p><hr data-start=\"10403\" data-end=\"10406\" \/><h2 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"smtskp\" data-start=\"10408\" data-end=\"10438\">Can I See Cholets from Here?<\/h2><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"10440\" data-end=\"10536\">Yes, but treat this as an <strong data-start=\"10466\" data-end=\"10488\">optional extension<\/strong>, not part of the basic Feria 16 de Julio visit.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"10538\" data-end=\"10619\">From 16 de Julio station you can connect with the <strong data-start=\"10588\" data-end=\"10618\">Blue Line of Mi Telef\u00e9rico<\/strong>.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"10621\" data-end=\"10723\">Some cholets and other examples of El Alto architecture can be seen while travelling through the city.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"10725\" data-end=\"10738\">Keep in mind:<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"10740\" data-end=\"10791\"><strong data-start=\"10740\" data-end=\"10791\">Seeing a cholet does not mean you can enter it.<\/strong><\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"10793\" data-end=\"10925\">Many are private buildings or event venues and are not normally open for spontaneous visits.<\/p><hr data-start=\"10927\" data-end=\"10930\" \/><h2 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"195pyst\" data-start=\"10932\" data-end=\"10959\">How to Get Back to La Paz<\/h2><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"10961\" data-end=\"10971\">Return to:<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"10973\" data-end=\"11010\"><strong data-start=\"10973\" data-end=\"11010\">Estaci\u00f3n 16 de Julio \u2014 L\u00ednea Roja<\/strong><\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"11012\" data-end=\"11064\">Take the <strong data-start=\"11021\" data-end=\"11063\">Red Line back towards Estaci\u00f3n Central<\/strong>.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"11066\" data-end=\"11161\"><strong data-start=\"11066\" data-end=\"11075\">Fare:<\/strong> Bs 3<br data-start=\"11080\" data-end=\"11083\" \/><strong data-start=\"11083\" data-end=\"11095\">Journey:<\/strong> approximately 15 minutes.<\/p><hr data-start=\"11418\" data-end=\"11421\" \/><h1 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"106eg2r\" data-start=\"11423\" data-end=\"11460\">What If the Cable Car Is Very Busy?<\/h1><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"11462\" data-end=\"11494\">Sunday can be particularly busy.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"11496\" data-end=\"11559\">During our visit, the wait was approximately <strong data-start=\"11541\" data-end=\"11558\">15\u201320 minutes<\/strong>.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"11561\" data-end=\"11645\">If there is a queue, waiting for the Red Line is normally still the simplest option.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"11647\" data-end=\"11751\">Other transport options exist in El Alto, but they are not necessarily waiting directly beside the fair.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"11753\" data-end=\"11840\">For taxis, minibuses or ride-hailing apps, <strong data-start=\"11796\" data-end=\"11807\">La Ceja<\/strong> is a more useful transport area:<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"11842\" data-end=\"11883\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/RsXSPfhxDfQJLLFF8\">https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/RsXSPfhxDfQJLLFF8<\/a><\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"11885\" data-end=\"11991\">We would keep this as a <strong data-start=\"11909\" data-end=\"11919\">Plan B<\/strong>, rather than your first choice.<\/p><hr data-start=\"11993\" data-end=\"11996\" \/><h1 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"1edqbbb\" data-start=\"11998\" data-end=\"12013\">What to Bring<\/h1><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"12015\" data-end=\"12039\">For a comfortable visit:<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"12041\" data-end=\"12196\">\u2611 Bolivianos in cash<br data-start=\"12061\" data-end=\"12064\" \/>\u2611 Small bills and coins<br data-start=\"12087\" data-end=\"12090\" \/>\u2611 Water<br data-start=\"12097\" data-end=\"12100\" \/>\u2611 Sunscreen<br data-start=\"12111\" data-end=\"12114\" \/>\u2611 Hat<br data-start=\"12119\" data-end=\"12122\" \/>\u2611 Jacket<br data-start=\"12130\" data-end=\"12133\" \/>\u2611 Comfortable shoes<br data-start=\"12152\" data-end=\"12155\" \/>\u2611 Small bag or backpack<br data-start=\"12178\" data-end=\"12181\" \/>\u2611 Charged phone<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"12198\" data-end=\"12281\">A power bank can also be useful if you plan to use Google Maps or take many photos.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"12283\" data-end=\"12386\">Avoid carrying documents or valuables you do not actually need.<\/p><hr data-start=\"12388\" data-end=\"12391\" \/><h1 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"u718b\" data-start=\"12393\" data-end=\"12430\">Useful Spanish at Feria 16 de Julio<\/h1><h3 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"1ek0onf\" data-start=\"12432\" data-end=\"12452\">Asking the price<\/h3><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"12454\" data-end=\"12498\"><strong data-start=\"12454\" data-end=\"12473\">\u00bfCu\u00e1nto cuesta?<\/strong><br data-start=\"12473\" data-end=\"12476\" \/>How much does it cost?<\/p><h3 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"1xvwpg6\" data-start=\"12500\" data-end=\"12514\">Bargaining<\/h3><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"12516\" data-end=\"12568\"><strong data-start=\"12516\" data-end=\"12540\">\u00bfCu\u00e1nto es lo menos?<\/strong><br data-start=\"12540\" data-end=\"12543\" \/>What\u2019s your lowest price?<\/p><h3 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"vf70nm\" data-start=\"12570\" data-end=\"12600\">Looking for another option<\/h3><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"12602\" data-end=\"12654\"><strong data-start=\"12602\" data-end=\"12624\">\u00bfTiene otro color?<\/strong><br data-start=\"12624\" data-end=\"12627\" \/>Do you have another colour?<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"12656\" data-end=\"12706\"><strong data-start=\"12656\" data-end=\"12678\">\u00bfTiene otra talla?<\/strong><br data-start=\"12678\" data-end=\"12681\" \/>Do you have another size?<\/p><h3 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"tfam6m\" data-start=\"12708\" data-end=\"12718\">Paying<\/h3><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"12720\" data-end=\"12755\"><strong data-start=\"12720\" data-end=\"12735\">\u00bfAcepta QR?<\/strong><br data-start=\"12735\" data-end=\"12738\" \/>Do you accept QR?<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"12757\" data-end=\"12799\"><strong data-start=\"12757\" data-end=\"12777\">\u00bfAcepta tarjeta?<\/strong><br data-start=\"12777\" data-end=\"12780\" \/>Do you accept card?<\/p><h3 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"1ds5852\" data-start=\"12801\" data-end=\"12826\">Finding your way back<\/h3><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"12828\" data-end=\"12904\"><strong data-start=\"12828\" data-end=\"12868\">\u00bfD\u00f3nde est\u00e1 la estaci\u00f3n 16 de Julio?<\/strong><br data-start=\"12868\" data-end=\"12871\" \/>Where is the 16 de Julio station?<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"12906\" data-end=\"12970\"><strong data-start=\"12906\" data-end=\"12940\">\u00bfPor d\u00f3nde est\u00e1 el Telef\u00e9rico?<\/strong><br data-start=\"12940\" data-end=\"12943\" \/>Which way is the cable car?<\/p><h3 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"167hsoq\" data-start=\"12972\" data-end=\"12983\">Toilets<\/h3><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"12985\" data-end=\"13037\"><strong data-start=\"12985\" data-end=\"13012\">\u00bfD\u00f3nde est\u00e1n los ba\u00f1os?<\/strong><br data-start=\"13012\" data-end=\"13015\" \/>Where are the toilets?<\/p><hr data-start=\"13080\" data-end=\"13083\" \/><h1 dir=\"auto\" data-section-id=\"l1vpgb\" data-start=\"13085\" data-end=\"13106\">One Last Alpaca Tip<\/h1><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"13108\" data-end=\"13180\">Don\u2019t go to Feria 16 de Julio with a checklist of things you \u201cmust see\u201d.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"13182\" data-end=\"13238\">It works better when you understand what it actually is:<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"13240\" data-end=\"13306\"><strong data-start=\"13240\" data-end=\"13306\">a major space for commerce, work and everyday life in El Alto.<\/strong><\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"13308\" data-end=\"13415\">Look around, follow the sections that interest you, keep track of the cable car station and take your time.<\/p><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"13417\" data-end=\"13483\">You don&#8217;t need to see the whole fair to understand why it matters.<\/p><hr data-start=\"13485\" data-end=\"13488\" \/><p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"13490\" data-end=\"13564\"><strong data-start=\"13490\" data-end=\"13528\">Personally checked by Alpaca Steps<\/strong><br data-start=\"13528\" data-end=\"13531\" \/><strong data-start=\"13531\" data-end=\"13564\">Last verified: September 2026<\/strong><\/p><h4 class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alpacasteps.com\/la-paz\/\"><span class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f33f.svg\" alt=\"\ud83c\udf3f\" \/> Want to experience La Paz and El Alto?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><h4 class=\"cvGsUA 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