Why visit
Caracas is the capital of Venezuela. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
Venezuela at a glance
Country center
8.0°, -66.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
916,445 km²
353,841 mi²
Country population
28.8 million
31/km²
Subregion
South America
Currency
Venezuelan bolívar soberano (Bs.S.)
VES
Dial
+58
Language
Spanish
Demonym
Venezuelan
Internet
.ve
UN
Member state
ISO code
VE / VEN
Where in the world
8.0° · -66.0°
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Did you know
- Venezuela has the world's largest proven oil reserves, larger even than Saudi Arabia's.
- Angel Falls, at 979 m, is the world's tallest uninterrupted waterfall: about 19 times higher than Niagara.
- Venezuela has won more Miss Universe titles than any other country (7 wins).
Bordering Venezuela
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Caracas
What currency is used in Caracas?
Caracas uses the Venezuelan bolívar soberano (Bs.S.), ISO code VES.
What languages are spoken in Venezuela?
The primary language is Spanish.
What is the international calling code for Venezuela?
The calling code is +58.
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