About Caracas
Caracas is the capital of Venezuela, home to around 3,000,000 people.
Best time
The dry season (roughly May–September) is ideal
Weather
From highland cool to tropical warmth
Experiences
Things to do in Caracas
1
La Plaza Bolivar
2
Simón Bolívar Birthplace House
3
Boulevard of Sabana Grande
4
Museo de Bellas Artes de Caracas
5
Centro de Arte La Estancia
6
Jardin Botanico
7
Casa John Boulton Caracas
8
Parque del Este
Budget travel
Free things to do in Caracas
La Plaza Bolivar
Boulevard of Sabana Grande
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit La Plaza Bolivar
- Visit Simón Bolívar Birthplace House
- Visit Boulevard of Sabana Grande
- Eat at El Granjero del Este
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Museo de Bellas Artes de Caracas
- Visit Centro de Arte La Estancia
- Visit Jardin Botanico
- Eat at Maute Grill
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Casa John Boulton Caracas
- Visit Parque del Este
- Visit Paragliding Colonia Tovar Venezuela
- Eat at Malabar
Where to eat
El Granjero del Este
Maute Grill
Malabar
Aranjuez
Cafe Ole
Mamma Mia
Carnivino
Avila Tei
Where to stay
- Hotel Cristal
- Hotel Altamira
- Hotel Coliseo
- Hotel Lincoln Suites
- Hotel Alex Caracas
Shopping
- Centro Comercial Sambil
- Centro Comercial San Ignacio
- Centro Comercial El Recreo
- Centro Comercial Millenium Mall
- Centro Ciudad Comercial Tamanaco (CCCT)
- Centro Comercial El Tolón
Nightlife
- El León
- Whisky Bar
- El Maní Es Así
- Sal Si Puedes
- Hog Heaven
- Los Peruanos Rock Bar
In pictures
Caracas gallery
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