Transportation in Caracas

Caracas moves on three tiers: the Metro system forms the backbone, running through the city's core districts and connecting key hubs like Plaza Venezuela and Chacaíto. Buses and por puestos (shared minibuses) fill the gaps, cheap but crowded. Routes are written on the windshield, so confirm with the ayudante before boarding. Taxis are plentiful, radio-dispatched apps such as Yummy and Ridery are the safer bet over street hails, and a ride across town costs a fraction of what a private car service charges. First-time visitors should buy the Multiabono card at any Metro station: it works on trains and the TransChacao bus rapid transit, sparing you the coin scramble. Ride the Metro during daylight. After dark, stick to app-based rides. Avoid the airport "pirates" outside baggage claim, head to the official taxi desk inside the terminal, agree the fare before you leave, and skip any driver who refuses to use the meter.