Hajillo’s (Calle Miranda, Centro Comercial Doña Auroral, Local 4, El Hatillo, Caracas) – this brightly-lit restaurant, located 20 minutes southeast of downtown Caracas in El Hatillo district, received accolades from various Venezuelan media outlet and critics for its fusion Asian-Venezuelan food — serving dishes that stand out from other eateries like mango rice, and curried […]
El Rancho de Pablo (Av. Raúl Leoni, Polamar, Margarita Island) – given its seaside location, seafood is a no-brainer here. Grilled lobster, halibut, mussels with lemon & garlic, and other seafood dishes, along with paella (including portions served with shrimp) are typically served here.
El Pacífico (Boulevard Turístico, Playa El Agua, Margarita Island) – located along the beautiful 3-mile beach known as Playa El Agua, this seaside restaurant serves seafood dishes such as pescado ahumado (smokes fish), langostinos al parchita (jumbo shrimp in passion fruit sauce), fresh grilled snapper, and other specialties. For those who want some other than […]
Cucina Simpatica (Av. Francisco Esteban Gómez, Porlamar, Margarita Island) – this restaurant serves a variety of Italian-influenced dishes, such as Tortelloni Queso de Cabra, Risotto Misto Mare, Ricotta & spinach ravioli with sauteed mushrooms, and other high quality delicacies & desserts (such as tiramisu).
Chirú (Av. Segunda entre 4ta y 5ta Transversal, Centro Comercial Las Cúpulas – Los Palos Grandes Caracas) – the meals served here are a fusion of Japanese and Peruvian influences. The ceviche served here is considered the best in Caracas.
Casa Caranta (Casco Histórico de Pampatar, Pampatar, Margarita Island) – tourists rave about this restaurant, which serves meals with both Italian and Venezuelan influences. The ambiance alone is a crowd-pleaser (and is attractively decorated with local artwork). There’s often live music during the evenings.
Plaza Bolívar (central Caracas) – this square is located in the historic center of the capital, which include a statue of Simón Bolívar, which was unveiled in 1874. In recent times, it has been a rallying point for supporters of (now deceased) Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez.
Paseo Los Próceres (Caracas) – located in the southern part of the city, this is a lengthy public promenade with monuments dedicated to the region’s independence heroes. There are also fountains, gardens, and areas ideal for rollerblading, biking and jogging. Located with its vicinity is the military installation Fuerte Tiuna (Fort Tiuna), and the country’s […]
Parque Cueva del Indio (Av. Principal Solar del Hatillo, Caracas) – located on the southeastern outskirts of Caracas, this area was declared a park in April 1983, and its inauguration was held in 1986. The main attraction here is a mountain with over 30 caves Among the vegetation which can be seen in the park […]
Museum of Colonial Art / Quinta Anauco (Av. Panteón, San Bernardo, Caracas) – this museum, opened in 1942, has various items from the country’s Spanish colonial era – from religious statues, to oil paintings of prominent locals, wood furniture and cabinets, house ware items, etc. Cultural events are occasionally held here as well. Admission: 40 […]