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Panoramic city views and a quick escape to the mountain summit.
Maripérez station (Caracas cable car)
VE
Cable Car Station·Scenic, Buzzy, High Altitude
Maripérez station serves as the base for the Caracas cable car, an essential experience for anyone visiting the Venezuelan capital. The gondola takes passengers on a roughly 28-minute journey up Mount Ávila, providing unparalleled views of the sprawling city skyline and the vibrant barrios below. At the summit, visitors can explore a park featuring various food stalls, a skating rink, and walking paths. While the base may occasionally be shrouded in clouds, the weather at the top frequently clears within the hour. Visitors should note that there is often a higher entry fee for international tourists compared to local residents.
Maripérez station serves as the base for the Caracas cable car, an essential experience for anyone visiting the Venezuelan capital. The gondola takes passengers on a roughly 28-minute journey up Mount Ávila, providing unparalleled views of the sprawling city skyline and the vibrant barrios below. At the summit, visitors can explore a park featuring various food stalls, a skating rink, and walking paths. While the base may occasionally be shrouded in clouds, the weather at the top frequently clears within the hour. Visitors should note that there is often a higher entry fee for international tourists compared to local residents.
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Address
G477+4CP, Final Av. Principal de Maripérez,Caracas 1050, Distrito Capital, Venezuela
Phone0212-9015555
Hours
Open nowMon
Closed
Tue
Closed
Wed
12:00 - 7:00 PM
Thu
12:00 - 7:00 PM
Fri
12:00 - 7:00 PM
Sat
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sun
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Highlights
Scenic 28-minute ascent to the mountain summit.
Breathtaking panoramic views of Caracas and its barrios.
Access to mountaintop eateries and a skating rink.
Fresh mountain air and a cooler climate at the top.
Time of Day
Lunch, Dinner
Occasion Tags
Tourists, Family, Groups, Locals
Reviews
4.5
Excellent11,9 K reviews
Maripérez station is widely regarded as a must-visit attraction in Caracas, providing an efficient and scenic way to reach the mountain summit. Reviewers frequently praise the 28-minute cable car ride for its breathtaking panoramic views of the city and the surrounding barrios. While some visitors noted that the weather can appear cloudy at the start, they emphasize that it often clears up quickly once you reach the top. The summit itself is appreciated for its fresh air, helpful staff, and variety of amenities including food and a skating rink. However, a common point of contention among international travelers is the significantly higher ticket price charged to foreigners, which some found discriminatory. Overall, it remains a top recommendation for those looking to experience the natural beauty and scale of the Venezuelan capital.
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Location
Maripérez, Caracas, Distrito Capital, Venezuela