Catedral Metropolitana de Caracas (Metropolitan Cathedral of Caracas) Plaza Bolívar 02-862-1518 the Metropolitan Cathedral of Caracas was built in 1674. Amidst reconstruction and renovations, this impressive cathedral is the only church in Caracas to retain unaltered its original colonial façade. Inside the cathedral, the main altar is magnificent Baroque creation gilded with more than 300 pounds of gold leaf. A sight worth visiting!

Galería de Arte Nacional (National Art Gallery) Plaza Morelos 02-571-3697 This museum features art from varied periods in Venezuela's history. The building in which the gallery resides is also shared by the Museo de Bellas Artes. The Museo de Bellas Artes exhibits a great variation of works from Egyptian pieces to modern international art.

Iglesia de San Francisco (St. Francis Church) Av. Bolsa at Av. San Francisco 02-415-707 Designed in 1593, Iglesia de San Francisco is known as one of the most beautiful colonial churches in Caracas. The church is finely adorned with richly gilded altars.

Museo Bolívar Av. San Jacinto at Av. Norte 02-459-828 Museo Bolivar is a tribute museum to the great Simon Bolivar. The museum features documents and historical paraphernalia related to Simón Bolívar. It documents his role in the Venezuela's War of Independence against Spain.

Museo Sacro de Caracas (Museum of Religious Art of Caracas) Plaza Bolívar 02-861-6562 This former sacristy was built in 1844. It now showcases some of the most beautiful religious statues and costumes from the colonial era.

Palácio Municipal (City Hall) Plaza Bolívar 02-545-6706 The palace is considered the cradle of Venezuelan Independence. The City Hall features the Museo de Caracas, which exhibits many aspects of Venezuela's early culture.

Panteón Nacional The national mausoleum is the city's most recognized sight. It features a marble interior honoring the remains of 138 Venezuelan political and historical figures. The walls feature murals and artwork depicting the liberation of Venezuela.

Museo de Arte Contemporaneo de Sofía Imber (Sofía Imber Contemporary Art Museum) Parque Central 02-573-7289 If while visiting Caracas you want to view regional art, then this is the place for you. The museum contains one of the most complete collections of modern art in South America.

Jardin Botanico              The Jardin Botánico occupies sixty hectares of a former sugar-cane hacienda. Over two thousand native plant species reside in this botanical garden.

Parque del Este Av. Francisco de Miranda Parque del Este is the largest public park in Caracas. It is the perfect place to enjoy baseball games, picnics and family excursions. It features an aviary and an incredibly interesting serpentarium.  The park also includes a replica of the Santa María  and a fabulous planetarium.