Attractions

What to see in Santa Cruz Canton

Santa Cruz is a vibrant and multifaceted city in eastern Bolivia, where the tropical nature of the Gran Chaco and the fertile plains intersect. The city combines modern dynamics with deep historical roots: it is full of commercial and cultural life, and the warm climate and welcoming atmosphere make it a convenient starting point for trips to the Santa Cruz Department.

Manufactures and facilities

Of the man-made attractions, the archaeological complex of Fuerte de Samaypata is especially distinguished - an ancient structure with a rich history, and the historical church of San Miguel de Velasco in the eponymous settlement. In the region itself, museums, colonial buildings and monuments can be found that tell about the missionary past and the multicultural heritage of the province. The city’s infrastructure, squares and markets give Santa Cruz a unique urban landscape for walking and photo shoots.

Natural attractions and places

The natural attractions around Santa Cruz are impressive in their diversity: The Caa Ia del Gran Chaco National Park with extensive savannas and rare fauna, the Noel Kempf Mercado National Park with virgin forests and the border with Brazil, the Lomas de Arena regional park with light dunes and unusual landscapes, as well as the picturesque Arcoiris Falls within Noel Kempf Mercado. These places offer warm nature, bird watching, hiking trails and impressive natural panoramas.

Build routes and visit interesting places

On our site, all the main points of interest of Santa Cruz are available on an interactive map: you can see the location of national parks, archaeological sites and urban sites, read brief descriptions and reviews, and build the optimal route for one day or a long trip. Convenient filters will help to make a route for interests and mark important attractions in order to plan an independent acquaintance with the city and surroundings.

You can explore Santa Cruz on your own, following the laid routes and discovering places at your own pace, or use the services of local guides and book excursions – guides will tell stories that are not in the guidebooks, suggest safe and picturesque trails and help you see the hidden pearls of the region. Excursions are suitable for both nature lovers and those interested in archaeology and culture.

Come to Santa Cruz to see the diversity of Bolivia with your own eyes, from the Lomas de Arena dunes to the Arcoiris Falls and the ancient stone monuments of Fuerte de Samaypata. Plan a trip, build routes, discover attractions and let this city inspire you to new discoveries and vivid experiences.