Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Santa Cruz de la Sierra travel guide

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You're Going to Love Santa Cruz de la Sierra

With 1.36 million inhabitants, Santa Cruz de la Sierra is the most populous city in Bolivia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Santa Cruz de la Sierra has to offer.

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When to visit Santa Cruz de la Sierra

Santa Cruz de la Sierra in November
Estimated hotel price
$43
1 night at 3-star hotel
Santa Cruz de la Sierra in November
Estimated hotel price
$43
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Santa Cruz de la Sierra

Plane

When flying to Santa Cruz de la Sierra, you’ll arrive at Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl (VVI), which is located 12 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Santa Cruz de la Sierra from the United States departs from Miami and takes around 6h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Santa Cruz de la Sierra is to pick up a car rental from Cochabamba, which is about 200 miles from Santa Cruz de la Sierra. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Fox, among others, in Cochabamba.

Bus

Santa Cruz de la Sierra’s bus station is located 1.5 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Santa Cruz de la Sierra, you’ll arrive at Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl (VVI), which is located 12 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Santa Cruz de la Sierra from the United States departs from Miami and takes around 6h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Santa Cruz de la Sierra is to pick up a car rental from Cochabamba, which is about 200 miles from Santa Cruz de la Sierra. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Fox, among others, in Cochabamba.

Bus

Santa Cruz de la Sierra’s bus station is located 1.5 miles from the city center.

Airports near Santa Cruz de la Sierra

VVISanta Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl

Airlines serving Santa Cruz de la Sierra

Iberia
Good (3,147 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,460 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,505 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,917 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (596 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,575 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,195 reviews)
Aerolineas Argentinas
Excellent (1,026 reviews)
BoA
Good (129 reviews)
TAAG
Okay (28 reviews)
EcoJet
Paranair
Okay (5 reviews)
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Where to stay in Santa Cruz de la Sierra

From 5-star hotels such as the Marriott Santa Cruz de la Sierra Hotel to great affordable options like the ibis Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Santa Cruz de la Sierra offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $39 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $72 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Santa Cruz de la Sierra

Most booked hotels in Santa Cruz de la Sierra

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Hotel Cortez
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 442 reviews)
$86+
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Marriott Santa Cruz de la Sierra Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9, 328 reviews)
$103+
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Los Tajibos, Santa Cruz de la Sierra, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 757 reviews)
$132+
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Hotel Las Américas
3 stars
Good (7.7, 1140 reviews)
$29+
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Renting a car in Santa Cruz de la Sierra

Renting a car in Santa Cruz de la Sierra costs $76 per day, on average, or $305 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 36% more expensive than at Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl.

Expect to pay $3.82 per gallon in Santa Cruz de la Sierra (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $45.88 and $61.17. The most frequently booked car type in Santa Cruz de la Sierra is Economy (Class Economy Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Suzuki Alto or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Santa Cruz de la Sierra costs $76 per day, on average, or $305 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 36% more expensive than at Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl.

Expect to pay $3.82 per gallon in Santa Cruz de la Sierra (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $45.88 and $61.17. The most frequently booked car type in Santa Cruz de la Sierra is Economy (Class Economy Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Suzuki Alto or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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