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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 March
Estimated hotel price
$53
1 night at 3-star hotel
Santa Cruz de la Sierra in March
Estimated hotel price
$53
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 19 km 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 321 km from Santa Cruz de la Sierra. You’ll find branches of Fox and Europcar, among others, in Cochabamba.

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 19 km 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 321 km from Santa Cruz de la Sierra. You’ll find branches of Fox and Europcar, among others, in Cochabamba.

Airports near Santa Cruz de la Sierra

VVISanta Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl

Airlines serving Santa Cruz de la Sierra

Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,358 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (641 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,553 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,972 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,549 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,325 reviews)
Aerolineas Argentinas
Excellent (1,087 reviews)
BoA
Good (137 reviews)
TAAG
Good (32 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 $37 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $71 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
4 stars
Excellent (9, 462 reviews)
$82+
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Los Tajibos, Santa Cruz de la Sierra, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 791 reviews)
$144+
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Marriott Santa Cruz de la Sierra Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 338 reviews)
$106+
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Hotel Las Américas
3 stars
Good (7.7, 1140 reviews)
$21+
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Renting a car in Santa Cruz de la Sierra

Renting a car in Santa Cruz de la Sierra costs $85 per day, on average, or $342 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, 24% more expensive than at Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl.

Expect to pay $2.20 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 $26.35 and $35.13. Mini (Suzuki Alto or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, while also 39% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Santa Cruz de la Sierra costs $85 per day, on average, or $342 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, 24% more expensive than at Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl.

Expect to pay $2.20 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 $26.35 and $35.13. Mini (Suzuki Alto or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, while also 39% cheaper than other types, on average.

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