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Venezuela

Maracay / Find paradise in the heart of Venezuela

MeowScore 😾69/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😼

Best month

🎉🎊
january

Cat lovers should visit Maracay in January to witness the Carnival of Maracay! 🎉

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february

Tourists should visit Maracay in February to experience the Tambores de San Millán festival. 🍾

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march

In March, visitors can explore the natural beauty of Henri Pittier National Park. 🌞

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april

April is perfect for beach lovers! Visit Choroní and enjoy sunny days by the Caribbean sea. 🏝🌴

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may

May is the perfect time to explore the colonial architecture of Maracay's historic center. 🏪

🍍💎
june

June is ideal for adventure seekers! Explore the town of Chuao and go on a cocoa plantation tour. 🎈

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july

Escape the heat and visit the refreshing and beautiful Henri Pittier National Park. 🌤

🎩🎉
august

Maracay celebrates its anniversary in August, attend the week-long festivities and experience the city's culture. 🎊

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september

In September, visit the nearby dramatic and beautiful Colonia Tovar. 🌶

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october

October is the perfect time for birdwatching, visit the beautiful El Ávila National Park. 🐦

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november

November is perfect for adventure seekers, go hiking in the nearby Galipán mountain range. 🌍

🍬👍
december

In December, visit Aguas de Moises, a natural pool perfect for a relaxing day. 🍺

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Maracay-Venezuela offers medium-priced shopping, but the economic situation is not stable due to inflation and currency devaluation.

Visit local markets for fresh produce and crafts. Cash is king, so avoid paying with credit cards to get better deals.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

transit/short stopover

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

transit/short stopover

Maracay is mostly a transit city for nearby destinations.

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Maracay

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Maracay

Cash is the preferred payment method in most establishments. Splitting the bill is common in bigger groups

internet situation

bad Speed

Slow download and upload speeds.

meh Availability

Frequent outages and disruptions.

meh Cellular

Decent coverage but not always consistent.

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

VES

1 VES =
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biking hostile

Poor infrastructure

walking hostile

Heavy traffic

LGBTQ hostile

Low acceptance

As a cat, I found Maracay to be a little too hot for my paws. However, the local cats were very friendly and showed me the best spots for napping in the shade.

I must say, the fish in Maracay is simply purrfect. The cuisine may be a little spicy for some cats, but I found it quite to my liking.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Casa de la Cultura de Maracay
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Museo de Arte Contemporáneo del Zulia
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Plaza Bolívar
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Jardín Botánico de Maracay
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Henry Pittier National Park

The mainstream

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Casa de la Cultura de Maracay

This cultural center always has a fur-tastic variety of events, from theater productions to concerts and art exhibitions. Keep an eye out for upcoming shows! 🎭🎶🎨

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Museo de Arte Contemporáneo del Zulia

This contemporary art museum features a collection of paintings, sculptures, and installations from Venezuelan and international artists. A must-see for artsy cats! 🎨🐾😻

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Plaza Bolívar

This historic square is a cat-tastic place to relax and people (and cat!) watch. It's surrounded by beautiful buildings and monuments, including a statue of Simón Bolívar. 🏛️🐈👀

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Jardín Botánico de Maracay

This botanical garden is a purrfect place for cats with a green paw. It boasts a variety of plants, trees, and flowers from around the world. 🌱🌸🌍

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Henry Pittier National Park

A pawfect place for adventurous cats to hike and explore. The park is home to many native species and offers stunning lookout points. 🌳🌺🐾

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Off the beaten path

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El Conservatorio de Música de Aragua
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Museo de Ciencias
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Bosque Limón
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Santuario María Auxiliadora
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La Casona

Off the beaten path

🎻
El Conservatorio de Música de Aragua

A hidden gem for music-loving cats. Watch talented students play classical instruments in a beautiful colonial-style building. 🎶

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Museo de Ciencias

This interactive science museum will satisfy any curious cat's thirst for knowledge. From physics to biology, it has it all. 🔬

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🐿️
Bosque Limón

A peaceful park where cats can observe local fauna and flora. A perfect spot for picnics and nature walks. 🌳

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Santuario María Auxiliadora

A magnificent Catholic sanctuary with impressive stained glass windows that will leave any cat in awe. 🙏

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La Casona

Historic house turned museum with a beautiful patio and art exhibitions. A must-see for any cat interested in art and culture. 🖼️

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biking hostile

Poor infrastructure

walking hostile

Heavy traffic

LGBTQ hostile

Low acceptance

Mindful meoweler tips

Visit the Museo Arqueológico de Maracay

Explore a collection of over 15,000 pre-Columbian and colonial pieces from various indigenous cultures, including pots, sculptures, and textiles.

Try Maracay's local dish, Hallaca.

A traditional Venezuelan dish prepared with corn dough, filled with beef, pork, raisins, olives and wrapped in plantain leaves.

Take a stroll through Parque Los Aviadores

Marvel at the unique aircraft-shaped playground structures, and enjoy a colorful fountain show at night.

Useful external sites

www.maracaycityguide.com

Maracay City Guide↗

A comprehensive guide to the city of Maracay, including attractions, restaurants, events, and accommodations.

www.venezuelatuya.com/aragua

Venezuela Tuya - Aragua State↗

A section of the Venezuela Tuya website dedicated to the state of Aragua, which includes Maracay. Provides information on attractions, history, culture, and tourism services.

www.booking.com/city/ve/maracay.en-gb.html

Booking.com - Maracay↗

A search engine for finding and booking accommodations in Maracay. Includes reviews, photos, and pricing information.

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