Caracas is an interesting and diverse city that offers travelers a wide array of scenery, museums, cultural centers and monuments. Some of the top travel attractions in the city that are worth a visit include:

National Gallery of Art and Caracas Museum of Fine Art:Located in the Plaza de los Museo, National Gallery of Art and Caracas Museum of Fine Art are two cultural institutions that offer travelers a fascinating display of Venezuelan, Latin American and international art forms.

Plaza Bolivar:A social and historical centre in Caracas, Plaza Bolivar is a site that houses some of the most interesting monuments of the city. It was here that conqueror Diego de Losada founded the city in 1567.

Caracas Aerial Tramway:The Avila Cable Car takes visitors for an exciting 15-minutes ride up till 1,000 meters to offer a mesmerizing view of the Caribbean Sea and the spectacular city landscape.

Catedral:A national cathedral situated on the eastern end of Plaza Bolivar, the Catedral was built between 1665 and 1713. It houses the personal family chapel of the Bolivar family. Adjoining the cathedral is the Museo Sacro de Caracas that is home to a great collection of religious sculpture and art.

People from all over the world visit Caracas for varied reasons like business, leisure, art or conventions. No matter the purpose, all visitors to the city are likely to get a lodging option that suits their class, style and budget.

Parque Central:The Parque Central is home to some of the most luxurious accommodation options in the city like the Hilton Caracas and the Residencias Anauco Hilton. These hotels are located near the best of cultural institutions and museums in the city. Home to exquisite restaurants, great conference facilities and several in-house amenities like gymnasium, bars and swimming pools, these hotels are excellent options for travelers who do not mind in splurging over luxuries of life.

Sabana Grande:Sabana Grande is a busy commercial center that is home to several great accommodation options. The Gran Melia Caracas is a perfect choice for travelers who are in the city for a longer duration of stay. Another modern option is the three-star Hotel Kursaal which offers great services and amenities to the guests without burning a hole in their pockets. Hotel Beethoven is another inexpensive but convenient lodging option in Sabana Grande. The Plaza Palace Hotel and Hotel Savoy are other options in the area that are worth a mention.

Las Mercedes:Las Mercedes is a rather exclusive and up market part of the city that is home to the uber luxurious Tamanaco Inter-Continental which houses the elitist of businessmen, artists and leisure travelers to the city. The area is home to several elegant and lavish hotels like the Hotel Paseo Las Mercedes, Altamira Suites, Hotel Continental Altamira and the Hotel Centro Lido.

All nationals visiting Caracas are required to have a passport valid for at least 6 months after the intended date of departure. However, those visiting Caracas for tourist purposes can visit the city with a passport that is valid for at least 2 months.

A visa is not required by nationals of Ireland, US, UK, Australia, Canada, South Africa and New Zealand for stays of up to 90 days. However, the nationals of above stated countries do require a tourist entry card that is issued free of charge by the air carriers.

Caracas has a tropical climate with an abundance of rain. The dry season from December to April is the perfect time to visit this city. However, the famous falls of Caracas are best visited during the rainy season.

Owing to the proximity with the Caribbean, Caracas enjoys a mild tropical climate all through the year. Summer and fall, from December to April, is the dry season in the city when travelers from all over the world throng Caracas. There is a difference of about 20 degree Celsius between the day and night temperatures. The city has an average day temperature of about 75 degree Fahrenheit with an average high of around 80 and 90 degree Fahrenheit.

Currency:The unit of currency used in Caracas is the Bolivar Fuerte. US Dollars too are commonly used in the city. It is best for the travelers to carry traveler`s checks and cash in Dollars. Traveler`s checks and foreign currency can be exchanged at exchange bureaus, as well as some major hotels and banks.

Language:Spanish is the language that is spoken by the majority of population in Venezuela. Other foreign languages spoken by a select few in the country include Italian, Chinese, Catalan, Portuguese, English, Arabic and French.