Capital city in Capital District, Venezuela
Getting around Caracas
How to get around Caracas
Move by pre-booked car or hotel driver. Ride apps work in daylight; the Metro is cheap but risky with bags and after dark. Traffic is heavy.
Ways to get around Caracas
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel or pre-booked driver | About 4–9 USD in town | Safest option; agree the price in dollars |
| Ride apps (Yango, Ridery) | About 3–8 USD | Check the plate; avoid at night in unfamiliar areas |
| Caracas Metro | Very low; pay at the station | Crowded, pickpockets; keep bags in front, daytime only |
Ride-hailing apps in Caracas
A 5 km ride costs about $4–9 ($4–9).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Yango | Newer app; fares in bolívars or dollars, patchy availability |
| Ridery | Local app with cars and motorbikes |
- Street taxis are unsafe for visitors. Book through your hotel or a trusted contact; confirm the fare in dollars first.
Arriving in Caracas
Simón Bolívar (Maiquetía) (CCS)
25 km from the center, 45–90 min. Pre-book a driver or hotel pickup, about 40–70 USD; skip unmarked taxis. Flights were limited after the 2026 quakes.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. Foreign licences are valid for a year. Carry passport copy with entry stamp; expect checkpoints and bribe requests.
- Onward travel in Venezuela: Avoid long-distance buses because of robbery. Domestic flights link Caracas with Mérida, Margarita and the Canaima area; for road trips, hire drivers vetted by hotels or tour operators.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Caracas?
No. Use Yango, Ridery instead.
What's the best way to get around Caracas?
Move by pre-booked car or hotel driver. Ride apps work in daylight; the Metro is cheap but risky with bags and after dark. Traffic is heavy.
How do I get from the airport to Caracas?
25 km from the center, 45–90 min. Pre-book a driver or hotel pickup, about 40–70 USD; skip unmarked taxis. Flights were limited after the 2026 quakes.
Is Caracas walkable?
You'll need transport.
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Sources
Fares are typical 2026 prices; check the operator for today's fares. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.