Los Teques Things to Do

Only two blocks from the Plaza Bolívar, and thus in the old part of the city, this restaurant makes a point to preserve the old ways. Not only does it feature traditional facilities and decor, but its service and menu are a tri... more

Truth be told, soccer does not enjoy the same popularity in Venezuela as it does in neighboring South American nations. Baseball is actually the national sport here. Nonetheless, Venezuela's soccer league fronts 12 teams that c... more

The popularly named Paseo Los Próceres has three consecutive avenues; Los Ilustres, Los Símbolos and Los Próceres. Where the first two join, one finds the Monumento a Los Símbolos with its marble pedestal, upon which three figu... more

At the end of a two kilometer stretch starting at the Universidad Central de Venezuela and ending at the giant military complex Tiuna Fort, you will find this somber but impressive homage to the heroes of Venezuela's Independen... more

If you enter the vast grounds of La Rinconada Hippodrome, the first thing you will see is an enormous geodesic dome, surrounded by a car park. This is the Caracas Poliedro, built in 1974, which has taken the place of the public... more

El Pinar began to be built in 1944 and is one of the oldest zoos in the country. Since 1955, a number of transformations have taken place, to incorporate the latest trends in this type of installation. On its seven hectares of... more

This museum opened on 23 June 1993, in a building that carries the name of Venezuelan Olympic glory. The museum was a little late in arriving, considering Venezuela's dignified Olympic and international sporting history. Venezu... more

Galería Freites was first opened in 1980. It is more than a place to display and sell works of art. They have a proven track record with regards to the promotion and projection of national and international artists, especially... more

Carreras de Caballos (or horse racing) is considered the sport of kings. For Caraqueños (local people of Caracas), it is their morning distraction and their hope on Sundays. Every week in La Rinconada, these famous races take p... more

Opened in 1959, the Hipódromo La Rinconada is one of the most modern buildings of its kind on the continent. Every weekend, 12 thoroughbred races take place that are viewed by spectators, television viewers and radio listeners... more