Overview
Margarita Island is the Pearl of the Caribbean, offering over 50 beaches along 106 miles of coastline with more than 320 sunny days per year. The island provides duty-free shopping, vibrant nightlife with beach bars and salsa clubs, and a duty-free port status that makes it attractive for tourists.
Beach · Budget Travel · Day Trips · Diving · Island
Before you go
Food
A 10% service charge is added to restaurant bills; additional tipping for good service is customary.
Health
Public and private clinics available including 24-hour Centro Medico El Valle and Hospital Central Dr Luis Ortega.
Money
Carry local currency in small denominations as traders cannot give change for large bills and rarely accept foreign currency.
Safety
Use caution at night, avoid walking alone in unfamiliar areas, leave jewelry at home, and stick to licensed taxis.
Transport
White taxis with yellow plates are most reliable; Por puesto shared taxis and local buses are inexpensive options.
Weather
Tropical Caribbean climate with over 320 sunny days per year; warm and pleasant year-round.
