Exploring Caracas: Colonial Charms & Green Escapes

Exploring Caracas: Colonial Charms & Green Escapes 🇻🇪✨
Get ready to experience El Hatillo’s best—from historic squares to hidden parks, this Caracas route serves up local life, picture-perfect scenes, and chill-out vibes, all in one day!

Kick off with the graceful Iglesia Santa Rosalía (C5FF+QPM, Calle Rosalia). Pop inside to admire its peaceful interior, then snap a wide shot of the façade—morning light makes the colors pop! Next, stroll a few blocks to Plaza Bolívar El Hatillo (C5FF+QHR), the social heart of the district. Must-do: grab a coffee at a nearby café and watch local life unfold. Insta tip: angle your camera to get the statue amid historic buildings.

Head to Plaza Sucre (C5FG+62X, Calle Comercio)—a little quieter but perfect for candid street photos or a laidback break. Early afternoon, take a breather at Los Tres Ríos Park (F469+32J), an oasis for urban nature lovers. Best photo op: capture sunlight filtering through lush trees while you walk shaded paths.

Round out your tour at HOLLIDAY PARK (AV SUR LA LAGUNITA COUNTRY CLUB, Paseo El Hatillo Piso 6), opening from 12:00—perfect for a late snack or rooftop city views if you’re around Friday to Sunday (until 21:00). Personal tip: pace yourself and linger in cafes, as El Hatillo’s charm really shines when you slow down.

Precautions: Be mindful of valuables in public squares, and check HOLLIDAY PARK’s weekly schedule for late hours. Caracas weather can shift—pack a light layer!

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Post by Agustin (@agustintravel) | Sep 23, 2025