5 Museums You Should Check Out During Your Visit to Caracas, Venezuela

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Museums are always a good place to explore art and history of a new country you’re visiting, and if that country happens to be Venezuela, here’s a couple you should check out in its capital of Caracas.

The Museum of Fine Arts

If the neoclassical building of this museum isn’t enough to impress you, their collection of ceramics and ancient Egyptian art certainly will.

National Art Gallery

The National Art Gallery is located in close proximity to the previous museum, and it houses an impressive collection of works of art by Venezuelan artists.

Caracas Museum of Contemporary Art

Fans of modern art shouldn’t miss a visit to this museum, especially since it features the works of such artists as Pablo Picasso, Claude Monet, Vasili Kandinski, and Andy Warhol.

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The Bolivarian Museum

Simón Bolívar is one of Venezuela’s most important historical figures, and you should definitely visit this museum that celebrates his timeless legacy.

Children’s Museum of Caracas

If you’re visiting Caracas with your entire family, this interactive museum deserves a spot on your must-see list.