About Barquisimeto
Barquisimeto is one of Venezuela's major cities, home to around 1,240,714 people.
Best time
The dry season (roughly May–September) is ideal
Weather
From highland cool to tropical warmth
Experiences
Things to do in Barquisimeto
1
Plaza Bolivar
2
Barquisimeto Museum
3
Cathedral of Barquisimeto
4
Monumento Manto de María Divina Pastora
5
Temático Bosque Macuto Park
Budget travel
Free things to do in Barquisimeto
Plaza Bolivar
Cathedral of Barquisimeto
Monumento Manto de María Divina Pastora
Temático Bosque Macuto Park
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Plaza Bolivar
- Visit Barquisimeto Museum
- Visit Cathedral of Barquisimeto
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Monumento Manto de María Divina Pastora
- Visit Temático Bosque Macuto Park
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $
Lidotel Hotel Boutique
A pretty cosmopolitan place with an outdoor pool, gym, bar, food court in adjacent mall.
Hotel Trinitarias Suites
Another plush hotel attached to a mall (this time the CC Las Trinitarias, which has a movie theater). Swimming pool and dining.
Hotel Jirahara
This one has a very nice atrium, outdoor pool, and restaurant. And a spa.
Shopping
- C.C SAMBIL
Museums & culture
- Barquisimeto Museum
- Cathedral of Barquisimeto
- Monumento Manto de María Divina Pastora
In pictures
Barquisimeto gallery
Keep exploring
