Maracaibo
Venezuela · Estado ZuliaVE
Municipality in Zulia, Venezuela
Maracaibo is a city and municipality in northwestern Venezuela, located on the western shore of the strait that connects Lake Maracaibo to the Gulf of Venezuela. It is the capital of Zulia and is the second-largest city proper in Venezuela, after the national capital, Caracas. The city has an estimated population of 1,752,602, with the metropolitan area estimated at 2,727,957 as of 2019. Maracaibo is commonly nicknamed "Spanish: La Tierra del Sol Amada".
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 1,752,602
- Coordinates
- 10.667, -71.612
- Timezone
- America/Caracas
- Elevation
- 6 m
Overview of Maracaibo
Maracaibo is the kind of large metropolitan hub you find in Estado Zulia, Venezuela. Records put its population near 1,752,602. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Maracaibo is strongest on nature, culture and sports. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Maracaibo
Nature in Maracaibo
(21)The nature shortlist for Maracaibo: Beaches, Caves, Countryside, Desert and Forest. All of it is drawn from Maracaibo's recorded activities. That is 21 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Culture in Maracaibo
(18)Under culture, Maracaibo is tagged with Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Art Galleries, Bridges and Castles. The full list runs to 18 activities. Straight from the activity profile stored for Maracaibo.
Sports in Maracaibo
(12)Sports lovers get Biking, Golf, Hiking, Hiking Trails and Horse Trails. All of it is drawn from Maracaibo's recorded activities. That is 12 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Water Sports in Maracaibo
(12)Our data lists Canoeing, Jet Skiing, Kayaking, Paddle and Rafting as water sports options here. In all, 12 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for Maracaibo.
Adventure in Maracaibo
(10)Adventure in Maracaibo covers Abseiling, Adventure, Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks and Boat Rides. In all, 10 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for Maracaibo.
Nightlife in Maracaibo
(10)Looking for nightlife? Maracaibo has Bars, Casinos, Clubs, Disco and Events. In all, 10 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for Maracaibo.
Family in Maracaibo
(4)Family in Maracaibo covers Aquariums, Playgrounds, Water Parks and Zoo. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Maracaibo.
Wellness in Maracaibo
(4)The wellness shortlist for Maracaibo: Farms, Ranches, Spa and Wellness. Everything listed here comes from what Maracaibo is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Shopping in Maracaibo
(2)Our data lists Food and Shopping as shopping options here. Plan them together and you have a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Maracaibo.
More to do in Maracaibo
(2)Other activities lovers get Fishing and Secret. All of it is drawn from Maracaibo's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Best time to visit Maracaibo
June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Snow activities belong to December to February. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Long-distance travel plus local networks make Maracaibo straightforward to reach and cross. Time zone: America/Caracas.
Similar destinations
Places near Maracaibo that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Maracaibo known for?
- Maracaibo, in Estado Zulia, Venezuela, is best known for nature, culture and sports. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 1,752,602 residents.
- What can you do in Maracaibo?
- Recorded activities in Maracaibo include Beaches, Caves, Countryside, Desert and Forest. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Maracaibo?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Snow activities belong to December to February. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is Maracaibo located?
- Maracaibo is located in Estado Zulia, Venezuela. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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