Finally, to meet the real in-crowd in the city, and for some incredible views of Caracas after dark, head to 360º Roof Bar, an open air cocktail emporium on the top of the Hotel Altamira Suites.
Caracas Nightlife
You'll find few Latin American cities with nightlife as energetic as that in Caracas, and that is saying something on a continent that prides itself on partying until the llamas come home. The best clubs, bars and cafes are found in the districts of Las Mercedes, Altamira, El Rosal and La Castellana. Bars open their doors around 1900 but most barflies don't come out until 2300 when the action really starts. Most clubs open around 2200 and shut around 0500 or when the last reveller leaves.
Bars in Caracas
Caracas drinking spots can come and go in the blink of an eye, but one enduring favourite is the low-key El León, an open-air bar popular with the city's youth.
Paradise for petrolheads, this bike-themed establishment in the San Marino district opens five nights a week (Tue-Sat) until 0200.
Clubs in Caracas
One of the liveliest clubs in Caracas, Holic enjoys two levels of electro tunes with four bars and an outdoor terrace.
To burn the midnight oil, join the beautiful people at Rosalinda, the chicest and hippest spot in town, with some serious face control.
A more relaxed option is nearby Rumbar, a temple to Latin American rhythms where nobody stands on ceremony and where the dancing is truly wild.
Calle Madrid, Las Mercedes
Live Music in Caracas
An alternative late-night bar with regular live music and classic rock-inspired DJ sets, open Thursday to Sunday every week.
For a burst of live music, head to old favourite El Maní es Así, a self-described 'temple of salsa'.
Alternatively, for some cool live jazz, try the long established Juan Sebastián Bar.
Dance in Caracas
The principal stage for theatre, dance and classical music is the Complejo Cultural Teresa Carreño. It hosts frequent productions by the Compañía Nacional de Teatro and top dance groups such as the Ballet Nuevo Mundo de Caracas.
Paseo Colón, Parque Los Caobos
Tel: (212) 574 9122.
www.teatroteresacarreno.gob.ve
Theatre in Caracas
You can see more productions at the younger, funkier Teatro Transnocho Cultural.
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