Beach
Margarita Island's most popular draw is its nearly 50 beaches, scattered along its 106-mile coast. Activities include surfing, swimming and sunning. The more than 2-mile long Playa El Agua is one of the most popular beaches.
Los Frailes and Isla Cubagua
Los Frailes and Isla Cubagua are Margarita Island's two best snorkeling and scuba-diving spots. Rock islands create a captivating underwater world. Los Frailes features caves, and Isla Cubagua has a sunken ferryboat, which has become an artificial reef filled with plants and creatures.
Macanao Peninsula
Macanao Peninsula is on the west coast of Margarita Island. It offers a secluded and seldom-visited getaway. It is filled with beautiful beaches and mountain landscapes, although it is partially connected to Laguna La Restinga.
Laguna La Restinga
Laguna La Restinga, a national park, is a popular tourist destination. The park is based around the large lagoon for which it is named. Visitors can take boat rides, hunt for pearls and catch oysters for dinner. The beach is less developed than most of the others on the island.
Porlamar
Porlamar is Margarita Island's largest city and main hub. Most visitors to the island come through Porlamar. Dating back to 1536, it features shops, restaurants and nightlife.
