Potosi City Tour
- 3–4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Experience the rich history and colonial charm of Potosí, a UNESCO World Heritage city. Our tour begins at Plaza 10 de Noviembre, the vibrant main square, surrounded by impressive colonial architecture. Visit the magnificent San Francisco Church, known for its beautiful altarpiece and catacombs. Next, explore the grand Cathedral, a stunning example of neoclassical design. Delve into the city's mining past at the Casa de la Moneda (Royal Mint), where silver was once minted for the Spanish Empire. Marvel at the intricate facade of the Compañía de Jesús church, a baroque masterpiece. Finally, discover the serene Convento Santa Teresa, a functioning convent with fascinating religious art and architecture. This tour offers a glimpse into Potosí's significant role in world history.
Inclusions
What's included
- All Fees and Taxes
What's not
- Lunch
Itinerary
Walking tour starts at plaza 10 de noviembre
Explanation about the first cathedral of Potosi, it is possible to climb to the roof.
Interesting place with a very unique history about Potosi's past
Visit Bolivia's largest cathedral. You can climb one of the bell towers. Enjoy stunning views.
Interesting explanation about colonial Potosí
Brief visit to the catacombs that connect the cathedral with the Pichincha school
Brief entry to the Potosi Mint
Ascent to the tower of the Compañia de Jesus. Beautiful views of the Imperial Villa.
Entrance to the cloisters and temple of Santa Teresa, there are still cloistered nuns
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Front Desk of Hostal La Casona - Potosi
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Intrepid Travel Bolivia
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Potosí
- Its from-price is 13% below the median of the 15 experiences we list in Potosí.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 3 of 15.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Potosí
Potosí is a high-altitude Bolivian silver city at the foot of Cerro Rico, with a colonial mint, baroque churches and a World Heritage centre.
Potosí stands at about 4,000 metres in the Bolivian Altiplano, among the highest cities in the world, beneath the red peak of Cerro Rico. Silver was found on the mountain in 1545, and in the following century the city grew into one of the largest and richest in the Spanish empire. The Spanish phrase 'worth a Potosí' came to mean vast wealth. The historic centre is a World Heritage site.
Top-ranked sights in Potosí: Llama and Salt Museum (Museo de la Llama y la Sal), Cerro Rico, National Mint of Bolivia (Casa Nacional de la Moneda).
