Caracas Athenaeum, Caracas

Name: Caracas Athenaeum
Address: Av. Sur 25, Caracas, Venezuela

#52 among attractions in Caracas

Concerts and shows, Theater

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The Caracas Athenaeum is a cultural institution centred on the arts. It is currently located in Macaracuay, at the Southeast corner of Caracas, after having been expelled by the Bolivarian government from its premises located in the area of Los Caobos, Caracas, Venezuela. ()

Local name: Ateneo de Caracas Coordinates: 10°30'0"N, 66°53'54"W

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Av. Sur 25La VictoriaCaracas Venezuela

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Caracas Athenaeum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Caracas Botanical Garden, Children's Museum of Caracas, National Art Gallery, Naguanagua Botanical Garden.

0.5 miSE
Park
Caracas Botanical Garden, Caracas
13 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Caracas, Venezuela, lies an oasis of tranquility and natural beauty: the Caracas Botanical Garden. This verdant expanse, officially known as the Jardín Botánico de Caracas, is a park that offers a serene escape from the urban landscape...
~1520 ftW
Kids' museum with interactive exhibits
Children's Museum of Caracas, Caracas
8 min walk • The Children's Museum of Caracas is a vibrant hub of educational activity nestled in the bustling city of Caracas, Venezuela. This museum is dedicated to igniting the curiosity and imagination of young minds through interactive exhibits and playful learning experiences.
~1600 ftW
Museum, Art gallery, Art museum
National Art Gallery, Caracas
8 min walk • The National Art Gallery, or Galería de Arte Nacional (GAN), is a principal beacon of culture and heritage in Caracas, Venezuela. Established in 1976, it serves as a custodian of Venezuelan visual arts, from colonial times to the modern era.
~1420 ftS
Park
Naguanagua Botanical Garden, Caracas
7 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Caracas, Venezuela, the Naguanagua Botanical Garden offers a serene and verdant oasis for nature lovers and those seeking respite from the urban grind. As a park that serves as a living museum of flora, the garden is home to a diverse...
~490 ftS
Concerts and shows, Theater, Opera
Teatro Teresa Carreño, Caracas
3 min walk • The Teatro Teresa Carreño is a cornerstone of cultural life in Caracas, Venezuela, known for its grandeur and as a beacon of the performing arts. Named after the celebrated Venezuelan pianist Teresa Carreño, this theatre stands as one of the most important in South...
0.5 miNW
10°30'22"N • 66°54'9"W
Centro Comercial Galerias Ávila, Caracas
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~1200 ftNE
Mosque
Mosque of Sheikh Ibrahim Al-Ibrahim, Caracas
6 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Caracas, Venezuela, stands the majestic Mosque of Sheikh Ibrahim Al-Ibrahim, a remarkable beacon of Islamic architecture and culture in Latin America. This mosque, also known as the Caracas Mosque, is not only a place of worship for the...
~730 ftE
Museum, Art museum
Museum of Fine Arts, Caracas
4 min walk • The Museum of Fine Arts (Museo de Bellas Artes) stands as a cultural beacon in the heart of Caracas, Venezuela. Established in 1917, it is one of the oldest and most significant art institutions in the country, offering an extensive collection that spans from ancient...
0.4 miN
Tower
Mercantil Tower, Caracas
11 min walk • Rising above the vibrant heart of Caracas, Venezuela, the Mercantil Tower stands as a modern icon of architectural prowess and urban development. This impressive skyscraper, a central feature of the city's skyline, encapsulates the dynamic spirit of the nation's...
~1510 ftE
Park, Sculpture
Parque Los Caobos, Caracas
8 min walk • The Caobos Park is one of the oldest parks of Caracas, Venezuela. Located near the Museum of Fine Arts, the Science Museum, the National Art Gallery, the National Experimental University of the Arts, the Teresa Carreño Cultural Complex and the Boulevard Amador Bendayan.
~1950 ftN
Skyscraper
Centro Financiero Confinanzas, Caracas
10 min walk • Centro Financiero Confinanzas, also known as Torre de David, is an unfinished abandoned skyscraper in Caracas, the capital of Venezuela. It is the third highest skyscraper in the country after the twin towers of Parque Central Complex.

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Which popular attractions are close to Caracas Athenaeum?

Nearby attractions include Museo de Ciencias, Caracas (2 min walk), Plaza de Los Museos, Caracas (2 min walk), Teatro Teresa Carreño, Caracas (3 min walk), Galería de Arte Nacional, Caracas (3 min walk).

How to get to Caracas Athenaeum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Caracas Athenaeum:

Bus

Bellas Artes • Lines: 421 (5 min walk)
UCAMC Parque Central • Lines: Ucamc (9 min walk)

Metro

Bellas Artes • Lines: L1 (6 min walk)
Parque Central • Lines: L4 (8 min walk)