For this January 1, 2026, many recreational spaces in Venezuela, such as national parks and beaches, as well as public areas recovered over the years in various cities in the country, are available for the enjoyment of Venezuelan families, at the beginning of this new year.
National Parks and Nature
El Ávila National Park (Waraira Repano): It is traditionally the popular option in Caracas, ideal for hiking or using the cable car, which generally operates with special hours during the festivities. It offers views of the city and the Venezuelan Caribbean coast.
Canaima National Park: Famous for Angel Falls, it is a main tourist destination for nature and adventure lovers.
Generalísimo Francisco de Miranda National Park (former Parque del Este): Located in Caracas, this urban park is ideal for families, with green areas, a zoo and recreational activities.
Morrocoy National Park: Located on the coast, it is known for its keys and islets and is an excellent destination for a beach and nature trip.
It is very likely that the Las Delicias Zoo (Maracay, Aragua) is open, as they traditionally do on holidays, spaces that offer environmental education and conservation of Venezuelan fauna.
Other important zoos and aquariums in Venezuela include the Valencia Zoo Aquariumhe Mérida Aquarium Gardenand the Caricuao Zoological Park (Caracas), which will probably also be operational, although it is recommended to confirm their New Year’s hours directly on their social networks, usually from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm
Beaches and Coastline
The beaches are usually one of the busiest destinations during January 1, since many Venezuelan families choose to spend the first day of the year in front of the sea.
Central Coast (La Guaira): Beaches such as Playa Grande, Camurí Chico and others along the coast are easily accessible from Caracas and are very popular for ringing in the New Year.
Margarita Island: A key tourist destination that offers various accommodation options with plans for the end of the year, including access to beaches such as Playa El Agua and Playa El Yaque.
Falcón Beaches: Adícora, for example, has inaugurated accessible beaches and is an excellent option if you are in the western region.
Cultural and Urban Activities
In the main cities, such as Caracas, recreational activities and displays are usually maintained by the authorities, as part of the “Venezuela Laugh at Christmas 2025” plan, which extends until January 2026.
Paseo Los Próceres: A legendary space in Caracas that is always the scene of recreational and sporting events during the season.
Plaza de La Juventud: New and immense space in the north center of Caracas, at the height of Parque Central and next to the Bellas Artes station of the Caracas Metro, where the family can relax and children enjoy their toys, bicycles or simply run around in its wide avenues.
Bolívar Squares: There is one in all of Venezuela, and they are generally arranged for rest, contemplation and enjoyment of nature.
Shopping Centers: Many shopping centers in Caracas and other major cities usually open with special hours on January 1, with entertainment, gastronomy and shopping options.
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