Things to do & places to visit in Cienfuegos Province, Cuba

Cienfuegos Province #7 destination in Cuba 2023. The average rating score is 4.31 based on 7.979 traveler reviews, of 30 attractions. Timezone: America/Havana, current date and time: Friday, May 10, 2024, 3:27.

Top things to do (25)

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

5.0 Galeria Santiago Hermes (21 reviews)
- I will NEVER EVER Forget Galeria Santiago Hermes
Spent < 1 hour Art Galleries

This experience was pure art, soul, culture and excitement. I can still feel the emotions I had while watching the Rumba performance they did for us. There was live art, dance, music and fire all happening at the same time. Pleasure for the eyes ears and soul. After the performance we were invited to participate in a fun Rumba dance lessons. Overall this is absolutely a memory that will forever be engraved in my memory. Absolutely amazing. I wish Galeria Santiago Hermes and his staff and artist an amazing future. You can see the true passion they have and cannot help but talk highly of them all. A must if you can meet him, stop by his gallery or watch his performances. You will not regret it. See more..
5.0 Jardines de la Uneac (12 reviews)
- Must visit to enjoy the Cuban music
Spent 2-3 hours Bars & Clubs

We came early to make sure we had good seats. The band played great Cuban music. The local elderly people sat in the front benches and danced. There were a few elderly Cuban men who invited some of the female tourists to dance. They had a bar where you could get drinks. It was a very enjoyable evening See more..
5.0 La Fernandina (12 reviews)
- Lovely shop and very nice and helpful staff
Speciality & Gift Shops

We spent almost one hour in this library looking around and chatting with the owner. Great selection of Cuban books and antiques. See more..
5.0 Poco Bonito (8 reviews)
- Edgy Cuban Gallery
Spent < 1 hour Art Galleries

A fantastic gallery filled with original art telling the Cuban story through the alternative lens of the youth today. Music, artists at work, and lively conversation spill out the doorway of this art collective live/work space. Located on a street with handicraft vendors set up along the sidewalks. See more..
5.0 Torres Art Studio (6 reviews)
- LOCAL ART
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Art Galleries

Irving Torres Barrosso ARTISTA VISUAL See more..
5.0 Orquestra de Camara de Cienfuegos (3 reviews)
- Surprise Treat
Spent 1-2 hours Concerts • Symphonies

We were part of a people to people program and had no expectations when we visited Orquestra de Camera. In just a few minutes, our entire group was enchanted by the quality and emotion of the performance. It was a very special Cuban experience. Pretty much everyone purchased a CD. See more..
5.0 Annia Alonso's Studio (2 reviews)
- Beautiful gallery in the center of Cienfuegos
Spent 1-2 hours Art Galleries

Annia Alonso is a highly regarded Cuban Visual Artist. Her gallery is well worth a visit and her work is truly stunniing. Her artworks ranges in price from very affordable to high end for originals and limited editions. Her work and subject matter very much typifies Cuba life. We spent several hours talking to Annia as she explained her work and gave us wonderful insights into her life in Cuba as an artist. Highly recommended activity for vistors to Cienfuegos. See more..
5.0 CasaHuella Lisbet Studio (2 reviews)
- Художественный магазин
Friday: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Art Galleries

The Workshop Studio: CASAHUELLA "is created as an outpost in the province of local development project HUELLA, community project that has had over a decade of existence a remarkable cultural and social impact This educational project, founded and directed by. plastic artist Marisol Fernandez Granados and focused on art instruction both its members and groups of infants. See more..
5.0 Galeria Santiago Hermes (21 reviews)
- I will NEVER EVER Forget Galeria Santiago Hermes
Spent < 1 hour Art Galleries

This experience was pure art, soul, culture and excitement. I can still feel the emotions I had while watching the Rumba performance they did for us. There was live art, dance, music and fire all happening at the same time. Pleasure for the eyes ears and soul. After the performance we were invited to participate in a fun Rumba dance lessons. Overall this is absolutely a memory that will forever be engraved in my memory. Absolutely amazing. I wish Galeria Santiago Hermes and his staff and artist an amazing future. You can see the true passion they have and cannot help but talk highly of them all. A must if you can meet him, stop by his gallery or watch his performances. You will not regret it. See more..
5.0 Jardines de la Uneac (12 reviews)
- Must visit to enjoy the Cuban music
Spent 2-3 hours Bars & Clubs

We came early to make sure we had good seats. The band played great Cuban music. The local elderly people sat in the front benches and danced. There were a few elderly Cuban men who invited some of the female tourists to dance. They had a bar where you could get drinks. It was a very enjoyable evening See more..
5.0 La Fernandina (12 reviews)
- Lovely shop and very nice and helpful staff
Speciality & Gift Shops

We spent almost one hour in this library looking around and chatting with the owner. Great selection of Cuban books and antiques. See more..
4.5 El Nicho Waterfalls (1.821 reviews)
- Amazing Nature
Friday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Waterfalls

What an amazing place! Is stunning, the photos can do it justice. We were lucky to arrange a shared taxi from Cienfuegos to Trinidad with a stopover here, was the best decision! We spent 2 hours there, entrance fee is 240 pesos per person (we paid in pesos, no one said anything like I've seen in previous comments). They have good facilities, restaurant and bathrooms. Then there's a hike up the mountain where you stop in different levels of the waterfalls to swim absolutely stunning! There's also a viewpoint at the top! I just wished people were better at keeping their rubbish... See more..
4.5 Parque Jose Martí (1.232 reviews)
- Lovely and clean
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Located in the historical center of Cienfuegos, declared by the UNESCO Cultural Patrimony of the Humanity in 2005, it is one of the greatest symbols of culture and identity of that province known as the Pearl of the South. It was proclaimed a National Monument on October 10, 1978. It is considered a place of obligatory visit in the city. See more..
4.5 Palacio de Valle (883 reviews)
- architectual marvel
Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings

The building is wonderful, to go up to the roof is now $5 CUC and you get a drink included. Worth the money. The view is astounding, the breeze refreshing. I have not eaten here, other reviews say its mediocre. Wish I could find a menu to see the prices. Planning to take a group here in February for the architecture tour of the city. See more..
4.5 Delfinario de Cienfuegos (456 reviews)
- First experience
Aquariums

I had an amazing first time experience swimming with dolphins Blue and Benny. I do not know how to swim so I was offered support in the water. As result, I was left with unmemorable experience and professional pictures that were taken by their photographer. Price was reasonable. I’d recommend this attraction and would be back next time ! See more..
4.5 Guanaroca Lagoon (251 reviews)
- We loved this place, what a Beautiful nature!
Bodies of Water

This was really a top excursion, what a lovely place with diving Pelicans and lots of beautiful Flamingos. After a short stroll with English speaking guide we boarded a small rowing boat. The rowing guide was a Cuban Spanish speaking fellow, with was lots of fun trying to have conversations. It was a truly beautiful place which should not be missed at Cuba. See more..
4.5 Museo de las Artes Palacio Ferrer (157 reviews)
- Must see it!
Spent < 1 hour Architectural Buildings • Government Buildings

Recently renovated it is located en Plaza Martí wich is the hart of Cienfuegos, reach the top of the bulding, the view is excellent. See more..
4.5 Tomas Acea Cemetery (67 reviews)
- Large cemetery
Cemeteries

If you like history, this very large cemetery is the place to see it. There's a monument to the Revolutionary soldiers with their gravesites all about. Fortunately we were taken there by a local guide, Jordani (cell 52371478), who was very familiar with it and pointed out things that ordinary tourists would overlook. See more..
4.5 Naturaleza Cubana (6 reviews)
- Beautiful
Spent 2-3 hours Spas

Topes de Collantes Mountains Is a beautiful place in the Escambray Sierra , most closest from Trinidad than Cienfuegos. You will enjoy the natural small river's and the view. Good for trails and enjoy the nature. They have a visitor center that provide information about. Be aware , the road to the mountains ( 15 miles )after you left the main road Cienfuegos-Trinidad , is in bad shape and to many courves And up and down hill ,has to be cautious , but no traffic there. See more..
4.5 Parque Jose Martí (1.232 reviews)
- Lovely and clean
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Located in the historical center of Cienfuegos, declared by the UNESCO Cultural Patrimony of the Humanity in 2005, it is one of the greatest symbols of culture and identity of that province known as the Pearl of the South. It was proclaimed a National Monument on October 10, 1978. It is considered a place of obligatory visit in the city. See more..
4.5 Palacio de Valle (883 reviews)
- architectual marvel
Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings

The building is wonderful, to go up to the roof is now $5 CUC and you get a drink included. Worth the money. The view is astounding, the breeze refreshing. I have not eaten here, other reviews say its mediocre. Wish I could find a menu to see the prices. Planning to take a group here in February for the architecture tour of the city. See more..
4.5 Delfinario de Cienfuegos (456 reviews)
- First experience
Aquariums

I had an amazing first time experience swimming with dolphins Blue and Benny. I do not know how to swim so I was offered support in the water. As result, I was left with unmemorable experience and professional pictures that were taken by their photographer. Price was reasonable. I’d recommend this attraction and would be back next time ! See more..
4.5 Guanaroca Lagoon (251 reviews)
- We loved this place, what a Beautiful nature!
Bodies of Water

This was really a top excursion, what a lovely place with diving Pelicans and lots of beautiful Flamingos. After a short stroll with English speaking guide we boarded a small rowing boat. The rowing guide was a Cuban Spanish speaking fellow, with was lots of fun trying to have conversations. It was a truly beautiful place which should not be missed at Cuba. See more..
4.5 Museo de las Artes Palacio Ferrer (157 reviews)
- Must see it!
Spent < 1 hour Architectural Buildings • Government Buildings

Recently renovated it is located en Plaza Martí wich is the hart of Cienfuegos, reach the top of the bulding, the view is excellent. See more..
4.5 Tomas Acea Cemetery (67 reviews)
- Large cemetery
Cemeteries

If you like history, this very large cemetery is the place to see it. There's a monument to the Revolutionary soldiers with their gravesites all about. Fortunately we were taken there by a local guide, Jordani (cell 52371478), who was very familiar with it and pointed out things that ordinary tourists would overlook. See more..
4.0 Punta Gorda (673 reviews)
- SUNSET
Neighborhoods

a place to watch sunset , south tip of the city , I loved it. you must have 2 things with you , a drink and a partner for this amazing sunset :) See more..
4.0 Rancho Luna Beach (663 reviews)
- The second favourite beach in Cuba
Beaches

Very clean, with trees and umbrellas, and excellent water. On the beach you can find places to eat, to drink cuba libre, mojito or another cocktails. We took a taxi from Cienfuegos and we paid 20 cuc all (we drove for apox 20 minutes). You can go to the beach with bicycles (but beware that you dont have a lot of shadow on the way) or with a public bus that costs 1 CUC (we only found out that it exists). See more..
4.0 Teatro Terry (486 reviews)
- Wow!!
Theaters

Came here as part of a guided tour- thank you to Anais!! We were blown away by the theatre. It’s truly like stepping back into time. It’s just as it was. Having been built as a legacy of a local businessman (of Irish descent). It’s free to wander around. There is a cafe bar at the side (well worth a visit- lots of locals in drinking coffee and rum). Little gift shop too. Do pay a visit. It’s having some restoration done but it will ensure the theatre remains relevant and historically intact for the next generation. See more..
4.0 Jardín Botanico de Cienfuegos (328 reviews)
- Different
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Gardens

The Botanical Garden of Cienfuegos is considered one of the richest in the Americas because of the richness of its collections. We find it located in areas surrounding the current Pepito Tey Central, about 15 km from the city of Cienfuegos, the Pearl of the South, on the road that leads to Villa de Trinidad. It is said that in this jewel of Cuban greenness science comes to meet visitors in the form of botanical families, with genera and varied species. It is worth noting that it is the only institution of its kind that holds the category of National Monument in the country. The Botanical Garden of Cienfuegos is unique because of the picturesqueness of its setting and the peculiarities of its surroundings. It shows in its 97 hectares of surface, enormous jagueyes, legumes and bamboos, as well as an extraordinary collection of palms that is considered one of the ten most complete and important of America and the world. See more..
4.0 Jagua Castle (228 reviews)
- Quite a Hike!
Castles

We took the little boat to get here. The castle is in an area without any transportation. It was a bit of a hike for my husband who has Parkinson's. He chose not to hike up the stairs. I did and it was a great view but strenuous without hand rails. The guide found an accessible route into the castle, sparing me the climb up or down very narrow stairs. Interesting area as most of the villagers fish for a living or work at the hotel across the bay. See more..