Arco de Cobija
A preserved colonial stone arch in the old town, once the city gate on the road to Cobija, a Pacific port. The surrounding streets are full of old-town charm.
Arco de Cobija takes its name from the road to the Pacific port of Cobija, now in Chile. It is one of the few street arches from the colonial city that survive. The lanes around it are lined with old houses with wooden balconies and coloured façades, perfect for photos and a slow stroll. Admission is free, and it is about a five-minute walk from the main square. It can be combined with a visit to the Santa Teresa Convent.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Convent of Santa Teresa
- Torre de la Compañía de Jesús
- Casa Nacional de Moneda
- Mercado Central
- Plaza 10 de Noviembre
- Church of San Lorenzo de Carangas
- Church and Convent of San Francisco
- Potosí Cathedral