Can tourists visit the San Francisco Church in La Paz?

Yes, tourists can visit the San Francisco Church (Basílica de San Francisco). It sits very centrally in Plaza San Francisco. The place is open to everyone for general viewing, and if you want more, guided tours are offered for access to the roof, bell tower, and the nearby convent spaces.

Built during the 18th century, the church is a true masterpiece of Andean Baroque, also called Mestizo Baroque. It blends Catholic imagery together with indigenous meanings; you can notice masked figures as well as tropical flora carved right into the stone façade. If you take the guided tour of the convent, you will get exceptional historical background, plus panoramic photos from the roof looking over the sprawling city.