Top Things to do in Capital Region
Top Restaurants in Capital Region
Top 10 Things to do in Capital Region, Venezuela
Discover the best top things to do in Capital Region, Venezuela including Centro de Arte Los Galpones, Casa Natal & Museo Bolivar, Expanzoo Expansion Centro Educativo Recreacional, Ciudad Universitaria de Caracas, Panteon Nacional, Museo de Bellas Artes, Teleferico, Paseo de Los Proceres, Museo de Arte Contemporaneo, Jardines Ecologicos Topotepuy.
Restaurants in Capital Region
1. Centro de Arte Los Galpones
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 336 reviews
Reviewed By vicentequintero - Caracas, Venezuela
Excellent location, but the place is really boring. I have been to all the museums of Caracas and this is not really worth your visit. The Afroamerican Museum in San Bernardino (private) is way better than this.
The art galleries are boring. People are nice and well-mannered. The library is cool. Everything else here is better than the art galleries.
Good place to have a coffee and sit with your friends, but there are better museums to get in touch with the local culture. MAC is still better than this - even it is not what is used to be -.
2. Casa Natal & Museo Bolivar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 430 reviews
His birthplace and an adjacent museum honor Simon Bolivar, “El Liberator”, who achieved independence from Spain for Venezuela and other South American countries.
Reviewed By Flagelum-Dei - Caracas, Venezuela
This place is the original birth place of Simn Bolivar, but it was for many years used for many different things. some history lovers, rebuilt it and re-furnished it to give them a real 1800ish look and feel. The Guides are very kind and know many gossips form the time.
Nice visit, nice place. The Caracas Downtown is kind and nice recovered for the visitors. Well you may have some care and not get alone... use a local to guide your trip...thiis is true to many latinamerican places...
3. Expanzoo Expansion Centro Educativo Recreacional
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 223 reviews
Reviewed By Silverhamma
Yes you might be thinking- aren't zoos a but passé. Are these places good for the animals.
Well this small independent zoo is different and is well worth the visit. Go see it and support it and you'll understand why this is such a fantastic spot.
4. Ciudad Universitaria de Caracas
Overall Ratings
4 based on 630 reviews
A masterpiece of the Modern Movement in architecture, created by the Venezuelan architect Carlos Raul Villanueva.
5. Panteon Nacional
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 170 reviews
The remains of celebrated Venezuelans, including Simon Bolivar, are housed inside this building, whose walls and ceilings display the most famous Venezuelan independence battle scenes.
Reviewed By rhettbudapest - Budapest
Unreal. Surreal. The only IMAX-type theater in the world for a dead person. Truly mind blowing. I had wondered what the big ugly building crowding the Panteon from behind was, and then I entered...and was lucky enough even to see the changing of the guard. But first: the original Panteon Nacional is a stunning and solemn place. The murals and stonework are fantastic. The ugly addition, inaugurated two years ago (if I am not mistaken) by Chavez himself, is such an incredible disgrace to the mortal remains of a person many consider to be a true hero that it must be seen. There's no question that Bolivar rightly plays in the minds of the people in many countries, but one must visit the Panteon Nacional to see how the current administration in Venezuela plays the mortal remains of a hero for many. The guards' uniforms don't fit, the protocol is laughable, the lighting done without any taste or aesthetic. Yet there in that space rest the remains (supposedly) of Bolivar. Go for a visit and take in the show. And with all due respect to Bolivar and his legacy, continue on to the Museo Nacional in Bogota for a very well curated exploration of the man and the Mission...and the controversy untold in Venezuela. Enjoy!
6. Museo de Bellas Artes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 192 reviews
One building houses two institutions: the National Art Gallery, with a large collection of Venezuelan art, and a museum, with art from around the world. The top floor Terrace offers beautiful views of the city.
Reviewed By KCH007 - Sydney, Australia
Apart from the free museums (closed Mondays), the surrounding area is lovely and tranquil. It's nice to just relax on a stone bench, enjoying an ice cream, or contemplate away from the busy avenues. It's an easy, few blocks' walk from Bellas Artes metro station.
7. Teleferico
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Manuel G
Cool place if you are looking for amazing views of the city of Caracas and La Guaira port and coastline. The cabins were completely modified as well as the entire facilities back in the early 2000's and are in great conditions. The cost is very cheap and for family or couple trip. I will recommend to walk couple miles to Galipan which is a small town in the mountain and if you are interested in hiking go to El Picacho which is a small peak near Galipan with amazing views and vibes!!!
Pros: Nature and food are great and there is the possibility to stay overnight at Galipan in their many Posadas (BB's) but always is recommended to book first in high seasons.
Cons: Maintenance at main teleférico station is not the best and due to the cheap fares is crowded on weekends.
8. Paseo de Los Proceres
Overall Ratings
4 based on 492 reviews
Popular with roller bladers, bikers, joggers and people watchers, this complex of monuments to Venezuela’s national heroes includes a lengthy avenue lined with lush trees, Gardens and artwork integrated into the landscape.
Reviewed By JUAN CARLOS F - Caracas, Venezuela
This path walk is simply fascinating. This historic place for Venezuelans is really in very good shape.
It is secured by national guard.
The monument of battles is really fantastic has great significance for the national history and it has a lake with amazing views.
Really recommended for outdoor activities in Caracas if you travel for vacation.
Totally recommended.
9. Museo de Arte Contemporaneo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 196 reviews
Housing one of the finest collections of modern art in South America, this world-class museum has high quality works by Picasso, Matisse, Joan Miro and other modern masters.
10. Jardines Ecologicos Topotepuy
Overall Ratings
5 based on 62 reviews
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