We went to visit the convent San Felipe Neri in Sucre. At first I didn't know that it was even possible to visit this convent which is also a school for girls. The entrance is only 10 Bolivianos. It is possible to get onto the roof of the monasterio to get beautiful views of the city, to visit the church... More

This would have to be my number 1 thing to do in Sucre, and the only one that we recommended to every person we spoke to after we went. We heard a lot of people complaining that they had tried to visit this place, but couldn´t get in. Here´s how we did it: 1. Above the door to the church,... More

You can climb up the church between 2:30-6:00 pm. The entrance is through a school. If the door is closed, just knock. The view from above is great! More

Enter this place via the school entrance which isn't very obvious (it's on the road towards main square, but not near church entrance) and get a key from the lady at the desk. She shows you where to go and then you can explore the rooftop all alone which is stunning. Took so many pictures of the city and the... More

Just push the ring and wait, someone will open the heavy door. The lady will explain you what you can visit. The best part is indeed the roofs from where you have wonderful views. Go around 16 or 16.30 to profit the sunset. More

Took us two days off and on to see this. Guide books, local knowledge and outside signage all seem to have conflicting information. Persevere!. Knock loudly on the side street door to make them let you in on other days than the Sunday mass. Worth the visit More

To visit the church you have to look for the school's entrance. It's a beautiful building, very well-preserved, in Spanish style. You also get a great view of the city! More

The building is surrounded by high walls. We rang the bell on a big wooden door onto the street and were let into a small reception area. Through was a large cloister with fountain in centre and the church (not open) on one side. We climbed to the church roof for views (so-so). The original building was built 1625 by... More