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Watch Caracas come alive and enjoy cepilladas (shaved ice) with the caraqueños (locals) in La Plaza Bolívar,chow down on some simply glorious food the Las Mercedesregion, or pull up your bootstraps and go for a hike up the Avila mountainside (or, for the laid-back realists, hitch a ride with a cable car to the top!). Caracas is crackers in many ways, but being boring isn’t one of them!

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Caracas History

• La Plaza Bolivar – In the centre of Caracas with statues of Simon Bolivar.
• La Casa Natal de Simon Bolivar – Birthplace of Simon Bolivar that includes a museum and some wonderful paintings.
• Museo de Arte Colonial – Wonderful old house that offers open-air concerts on the weekends.
• Universidad Central de Venezuela – A UNESCO World Heritage Site designed by the country’s most famous architect, blending art and architecture.
• Iglesia de la Candelaria – This church dates back to the mid 1700s and is home to the tomb of the most important local saint.

Caracas Art & Culture

• Centro de Arte La Estancia – Lovely art gallery is in the middle of the lush, green gardens.
• Museo Bolivariano – Colonial-style building with an assortment of memorabilia from the time of the country’s independence.
• Fundacion Bigott – A place to learn about the culture and traditions of the country, be it music, festivals, celebrations or more.
• Galeria de Arte Nacional – The country’s biggest museum and home to a collection of more than 7,000 pieces that show the country’s artistic expression.
• Teatro Municipal – This theatre in Caracas opened in 1881 and offers an incredible interior.

Caracas Shopping

• Centro Comercial Sambil – One of the biggest shopping centres on the continent.
• Altamira – Located in an exclusive area of Caracas and a great place to shop and hang out.
• Centro Comercial San Ignacio – Lovely place filled with small boutiques and great restaurants and bars.
• Centro Ciudad Comercial Tamanaco – A popular place with shops, restaurants and nightclubs.
• Centro Comercial Paseo Las Mercedes – Offers a great art house theatre and a rocking nightclub.

Gay & Lesbian Caracas

• Royal Club – With three bar areas and a strobe-lit dance space.
• La Cotorra – One of the first of its kind that appeals to a mature crowd.
• Tasco Pullman – One of the most visited in Caracas, this cosy place has a great vibes.
• Cool Cafe and Pub – This relaxed lounge offers many events and performances.
• Bar La Fragata – Listen to great beats while enjoying wonderful drinks and company.

Caracas Events

Put on your party pants and salsa along to the gloriously Latin American Virgen de la Candelaria in February.

Gear up for one hell of a street party at the annual Carnaval extravaganza in February/March.

Caracas comes alive for Semana Santa, the biggest religious event in the country,in late March.

For a frenzy of drumming, dancing and religious purification, the Fiesta de San Juan Bautista in June is a must-see!

Kick back and be captivated by the croon at Caracas’ annual El Hatillo Jazz Festival in late October.

When To Go

Wintertime in Caracas is by far the most popular time of year with travellers, boasting an average temperature of 24°C/75°F.

You can expect some rainfall and the occasional humid day between May and July, but it’s still mostly pleasant.

The best time to head to Caracas is around September, when the weather is beautiful and the city is all yours.

Getting Around

Taxis are plentiful, but only use licensed ones and be prepared to haggle.

The metro train service is very clean, safe and super cheap. Despite a few occasional delays, this is the best way around the city.

Less frequent than the train but just as reliable, the metrobus is another excellent option.

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