Porlamar is the main city on Venezuela's Margarita Island. Travelers will usually arrive and depart here and even if staying in a resort area elsewhere on the island, are likely to visit the city for dining, shopping, or nightlife.
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Car rentals are available in Porlamar as well as in other parts of the island including at the airport and Playa El Yaque. Ensure that you thoroughly check the credentials of any rental agencies and ensure that they are licensed, have readily accessible office and an office contact number. Also ensure that you fully check the vehicle for any pre-existing damage including all lower body panels, the roof, and all window glass, before you sign the contract with any rental provider.
1 Museo de Arte Contemporáneo Francisco Narváez (Francisco Narváez Museum of Contemporary Art), Calle Diaz (10 St), ☏ +58 412-3512563. (updated Nov 2017) 2 Iglesia San Nicolás de Bari (St Nicholas of Bari's church), Boulevard Guevara. (updated Nov 2017)
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In Jul, Porlamar typically sees ~31°C daytime highs and 15 rainy days.
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