About
Porlamar is a city in the state of Nueva Esparta, Venezuela, on Margarita Island in the Caribbean Sea. It is one of the main tourist centres on the island, and it is also known by its longer historical name, Villa del Espíritu Santo de Porlamar.
Most visitors come for two things: shopping and the coast. The city has long been associated with duty-free trade, so its shops and commercial streets draw people looking for goods and bargains. The beaches nearby make it a natural base for a relaxed stay in the sun, with the sea never far away.
What a visit offers
- Shopping: the duty-free trade that gives the city much of its character
- Beaches: the Caribbean shoreline close to the urban centre
- The island: Margarita's other towns and coastal areas, reachable from Porlamar
Planning your trip
Porlamar suits travellers who want a lively city with the comfort of a beach holiday. Those who enjoy browsing markets and shops, and who like to spend their days between town and sea, will find it an easy place to spend time. For a quieter stretch of coast or a more rural pace, the wider island offers alternatives within a short journey.
