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 12 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
C$ 116
1 night at 3-star hotel
Santa Cruz de la Sierra in November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 116
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 centre The shortest flight to Santa Cruz de la Sierra from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 13h 16m.

Bus

Santa Cruz de la Sierra’s bus station is located 2.4 km from the downtown.

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 centre The shortest flight to Santa Cruz de la Sierra from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 13h 16m.

Bus

Santa Cruz de la Sierra’s bus station is located 2.4 km from the downtown.

Airports near Santa Cruz de la Sierra

VVISanta Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl

Airlines serving Santa Cruz de la Sierra

Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,007 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,468 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,873 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (569 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,563 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,126 reviews)
Aerolineas Argentinas
Excellent (960 reviews)
BoA
Good (137 reviews)
TAAG
Okay (24 reviews)
EcoJet
Paranair
Okay (3 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 C$ 60 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 108 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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Apart Hotel Premium Suites Santa Cruz
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 34+
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Hotel Camino Real
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 165+
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Los Tajibos, Santa Cruz de la Sierra, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 175+
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Renting a car in Santa Cruz de la Sierra

Renting a car in Santa Cruz de la Sierra costs C$ 85 per day, on average, or C$ 1,015 if you want to rent it for 12 days.

Expect to pay C$ 0.77 per litre 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 C$ 9.15 and C$ 12.19. The most frequently booked car type in Santa Cruz de la Sierra is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Suzuki Celerio 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 C$ 85 per day, on average, or C$ 1,015 if you want to rent it for 12 days.

Expect to pay C$ 0.77 per litre 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 C$ 9.15 and C$ 12.19. The most frequently booked car type in Santa Cruz de la Sierra is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Suzuki Celerio or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.