Presidential Palace

Known as the Palacio Quemado (“Burned Palace”) for fires that marked its history, the Presidential Palace faces Plaza Murillo in central La Paz. Its neoclassical façade and clock tower make a striking contrast with the modern Casa Grande del Pueblo nearby, where presidential offices now function. Visitors can admire the exterior, observe ceremonial guards, and absorb the square’s mix of political life and colonial architecture. While interior access is limited and often restricted, the site is an easy stop on a walking tour and offers context on Bolivia’s government, protests, and pivotal moments in national history.