La Guaira, Caracas

Name: La Guaira
Address: Caracas, Venezuela

#62 among attractions in Caracas

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La Guaira is the capital city of the Venezuelan state of the same name and the country's main port. It was founded in 1577 as an outlet for Caracas, 30 kilometres to the southeast. The town and the port were badly damaged during the December 1999 floods and mudslides that affected much of the region. ()

Alternative names: Founded: 1555 (469 years ago)Area: 577.99 mi²Coordinates: 10°35'59"N, 66°55'58"W

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La Guaira – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St. Peter the Apostle Cathedral, Macuto, Maiquetía, Estadio Fórum La Guaira.

~840 ftNE
Church
St. Peter the Apostle Cathedral, Caracas
5 min walk • St. Peter the Apostle Cathedral, an architectural gem and a place of spiritual significance, stands proudly in the bustling heart of Caracas, Venezuela. This revered church serves as a beacon of faith for the Catholic community in the city and is a testament to the...
2.6 miE
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Macuto, Caracas
67 min walk • Macuto is a seaside city in Vargas state, Venezuela. The city has a long history of attracting Venezuelan political leaders and artists, and popular tourist site today.
2.5 miW
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Maiquetía, Caracas
65 min walk • Maiquetía is a city located in the Central Region of Venezuela, in the state of Vargas. It is at approximately 19 m above sea level on a small shelf between the Caribbean and the mountains behind it. Caracas, the Venezuelan capital, is approximately 37 km to the southeast.
1.8 miE
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Estadio Fórum La Guaira
47 min walk • Estadio Fórum La Guaira is a baseball stadium located in Macuto, Vargas, Venezuela and the current home of the Tiburones de La Guaira. It has a capacity of 14,300, along with 1200 parking spaces.