Caracas

Travel Guide

Central University of Venezuela which includes a city
Millennium Mall featuring modern architecture
Caracas showing railway items
East Park featuring a park
Altamira Square featuring a city and a monument
Mountains and walking trails, historic architecture, beaches and late-night music make Venezuela’s capital one of the country’s most popular cities.

Fast-paced, modern and cosmopolitan, Caracas is one of Latin America's most progressive cities. Amid modern skyscrapers explore rich cultural experiences, hundreds of years of history and a lively nightlife.

Enjoy the Venezuelan capital’s art, history and science. See Latin American, European and North American works at the Museo de Bellas Artes. Learn about the country’s archeology and anthropology at the Museo de Ciencias. Under the gold domes of Capitolio Nacional, view murals of the decisive battle that led to Venezuela’s independence from Spain.

Heroes of the country’s independence are honored along the Paseo de los Proceres, a 1.4-mile-long (2-kilometer) avenue. Amid fountains, plazas and walkways are statues and monuments dedicated to important historic figures.

Caracas is surrounded by the natural beauty of a valley under Avila Mountain. Enjoy a brief escape from urban sprawl by hiking along Avila National Park’s green slopes. Take the cable car that runs all the way from the city to the mountainous region.

You can also enjoy nature inside the city’s green spaces. East Park, one of Caracas’s most popular recreational spots, is officially named Generalissimo Francisco de Miranda Park after one of Venezuela’s national heroes. Stroll through forested areas, unwind by its lakes and visit a zoo. For more scenic beauty, visit Caracas’s Caribbean beaches, a 30-minute drive from the city.

Caraquenians have a love of long nights many of the bars, clubs and live music venues stay open until daybreak. Find the best late-night spots in Las Mercedes, Altamira and El Rosal.

Reach Caracas by flying into Simón Bolívar International Airport, 16 miles (26 kilometers) from the city. Rent a car or use the very convenient metro system to get around. Two types of buses operate in the city: public and more expensive and less well-maintained private minibuses. Taxis are ubiquitous and unmetered so you will need to hone your haggling skills set a price with the driver before you get in.

Visit Caracas year-round to enjoy its pleasant tropical climate.

Where to stay in Caracas

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La Alameda

While there might not be top attractions in La Alameda, you can explore the larger area and discover places like University Stadium and Proceres Promenade.

La Alameda
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Venezuela Plaza

Even though there aren't top sights in Venezuela Plaza, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Caracas Museum of Fine Art. Jump on the metro at Plaza Venezuela Station to see more of the city.

Venezuela Plaza
Altamira Square featuring a city and a monument

Altamira

Well-liked for its restaurants and parks, Altamira is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Altamira Square and El Avila National Park, and jump on the metro at Altamira Station to get around the city.

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Las Mercedes

While there might not be top attractions in Las Mercedes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Centro Comercial Ciudad Tamanaco and Caracas Stock Exchange.

Las Mercedes
Caracas showing modern architecture

Centro Sur

If you're spending time in Centro Sur, check out sights like Libertador Simon Bolivar House or Caracas Cathedral and hop on the metro to see more the city at Nuevo Circo Station or La Hoyada Station.

Centro Sur
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Colinas de Bello Monte

Colinas de Bello Monte might not have many top sights, but University Stadium and Centro Comercial El Recreo are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Colinas de Bello Monte
EUROBUILDING EXPRESS MAIQUETIA
EUROBUILDING EXPRESS MAIQUETIA
4.5 out of 5
Avenida La Armada, Urb. 10 de Marzo, Urimare, La Guaira
Fully refundable
The price is ¥20,603 per night from Jul 15 to Jul 16
¥20,603
¥23,899 total
Jul 15 - Jul 16
includes taxes & fees
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Eurobuilding Hotel & Suites Caracas
Eurobuilding Hotel & Suites Caracas
5 out of 5
CALLE LA GUAIRITA., URBANIZACION CHUAO. CARACAS, Caracas
The price is ¥20,531 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
¥20,531
¥23,816 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Caracas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Centro Comercial Ciudad Tamanaco and Sambil ...
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Hotel Restaurante Alto Mar C.A.
Hotel Restaurante Alto Mar C.A.
3 out of 5
Av. La Marina, Catia La Mar, La Guaira
The price is ¥12,314 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
¥12,314
¥14,284 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Catia La Mar. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants.
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Hotel Restaurante Alto Mar C.A.
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Apartamento Recién Remodelado, Ideal Para tu Estadía
Apartamento Recién Remodelado, Ideal Para tu Estadía
Caracas
Stay at this apartment in Caracas. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions La Chiquinquira Church and Caracas Cable Car Maripérez ...
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Apartment in Caracas
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Apartment in Caracas
Beautiful apartment with swimming pool and ocean view. from Maiquetia airport
Beautiful apartment with swimming pool and ocean view. from Maiquetia airport
2 out of 5
Maiquetía
Stay at this apartment in Urimare. Enjoy air conditioning.
Beautiful apartment with swimming pool and ocean view. from Maiquetia airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Caracas

3.3
Guest rating
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5 - Excellent 17%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 33%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 29%
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1 - Terrible 13%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful City, nice places to visit, but be careful is a big city. I visited "El Hatillo", Shopping Center "El Hatillo", CCCT, Sambil Center, The Cable Car, Teleferico, Galipan, Altamira, Chacao, El Concresa Shopping Center...

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Stay safe

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

It is not what it used to be.

2/5 - Disappointing

UpM

Run down !

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Great city great food

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