Things to do & places to visit in Ciudad de la Habana Province, Cuba

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Ciudad de la Habana Province #1 destination in Cuba 2023. The average rating score is 4.41 based on 99.9k traveler reviews, of 30 attractions. Timezone: America/Havana, current date and time: Friday, May 10, 2024, 10:15.

Top things to do (16)

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

4.5 Old Havana (20.7k reviews)
- Be aware when a lady aproaches you telling you that she knows you from the hotel She only tries to gain your trust. To scam yo
Spent More than 3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas

Bohemian, rhythmically Latin, certainly picturesque and, above all, charming. See more..
4.5 El Malecon (12.1k reviews)
- A Romantic Promenade
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas

The Malecon of Havana City is probably one of the most beautiful promenades of the world. It's truth that couples, friends and cuban families are used to hang around this long avenue which overlooks the sea. It's romantic for lovers and it's a place for artists and musicians who smell the cuban history. Malecon is included both in Vedado, Center Havana and Old Town. From one tunnel to other. The best part is along Vedado where nice hotels and casas particulares such as Penthouse 21 & M, Casa Betty et Armando Gutierrez, are excellent options. Nice restaurants are also near Malecon, some of them with direct view on the sea. A place for a nice promenade to breath fresh air and think deeply about life. Best time to go: after 7.00pm See more..
4.5 Old Square (Plaza Vieja) (8.632 reviews)
- Beautiful Old Square.
Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks

What is now called the Old Square was originally Plaza Nueva (New Square), built as a popular alternative to Plaza de Armas, the military and government nerve center. Later called Plaza del Mercado (Market Square) as Havana's commercial hub, Plaza Vieja was the site of executions, processions, bullfights, and fiestas -- all witnessed by Havana's wealthiest citizens, who looked on from their balconies. The original Carrara marble fountain surrounded by four dolphins was demolished in the 1930s when President Gerardo Machado (1871-1939) built an underground parking lot here. Today the square's surrounding structures vary wildly in condition, though all of them are noteworthy. See more..
4.5 Plaza de la Catedral (6.721 reviews)
- Another excellent area of Havana
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Havana is full of beautiful squares and this is another one, with its landmark Catedral de San Cristobal. It was free to enter so well worth a walk around - just ignore the guy outside with the dressed up dogs wanting money for photos! This area is quite the tourist spot and so is always pretty crowded. There are also numerous souvenir shops, but the charm of the area has not been diminished I don't think. See more..
4.5 El Morro (3.694 reviews)
- Amazing
Friday: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites

We paid around $8 CUC per person to see "El cañonazo" which was an amazing experience to live (at 9pm). There are some stores and there is a restaurant, too. Notice, to get there you should take a taxi that was around $10CUC per 3 people. The view of La Habana was just perfect! The structure of the fort is beautiful... See more..
4.5 Plaza de Armas (2.908 reviews)
- Beatifull place in the old center of Havana
Points of Interest & Landmarks

It is an absolute must if you visit Havana. The buildings are well restaured, you realy get a good idea what this city must have looked like in the pirats era. Have a look inside the small church in the garden. The wall paintings depict an interesting story. The little fortress can be visited, I didin't becaus I was in the city for only a day and there is much more to discover. See more..
4.5 Fabrica De Arte Cubano (2.474 reviews)
- Very nice place for a night out
Temporarily closed - Closed until further notice Spent More than 3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks

The F.A.C., Cuban Art Factory, located on the 26 and 11 in Vedado, is the best night cultural proposal in La Havana. There is always something new to do, theater, jazz, contemporary dance, concerts, DJ's, exhibitions or intranet chatting. The best of all, all of this can take place in one night, while taking a glass of wine and eating delicious 'tapas'. Visit this place, a new Oxygen in Havana! See more..
4.5 Playas de Este (2.454 reviews)
- Great beach in Havana
Beaches

A famed Cuban beach ideal for lying out in the sun. See more..
4.5 Museu Nacional de Belas Artes de Cuba (2.434 reviews)
- Cubans are talented artists and storytellers!
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Art Museums

Museum offers a glimpse of colonial Cuba. See more..
4.5 Fusterlandia (2.226 reviews)
- So cool!! Don’t miss it!
Neighborhoods

This is such an absolute treasure. One artist started us at his own home, and over many years built this up to a really amazing little place. If you like unique, and creative locations, you have to come here. It is small and you can easily see it in a small amount of time, but it is still worth the trip. Souvenirs are very, reasonable and unique See more..
4.5 San Francisco de Asis Square (2.168 reviews)
- Historical square in the heart of old town Havana
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks

This is one of the four major squares/plazas in old town Havana. There is quite a lot of history here as well as interesting architectural pieces such as the Fuentes de los Leones (Fountain of Lions), a cathedral and statues such as La conversacion by French artist Etienne. Overall it is a worthwild stop as part of a larger walking tour of old town. See more..
4.5 Paseo del Prado (2.126 reviews)
- havanatour.nl organized trips
Points of Interest & Landmarks

A popular street in Havana known for music and nightlife. See more..
4.5 Christopher Columbus Cemetery (Cemetario de Colon) (2.072 reviews)
- Number 1 in Havana
Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Neighborhoods • Cemeteries

This is an amazing graveyard! I have visited several in Cuba, but this one is huge. You have to pay 5 eur, but you get a nice map, depicting all the graves. Allow yourself some time. A taxi from the center will cost you between 8-10 eur. See more..
4.5 Havana Cathedral (2.015 reviews)
- havanatours.nl organized trips
Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites

well, well this is my third visit to havana city and I am happy to say that I have had a wonderful time in this beautifull place and most of this great experience is due to havanatours.nl travel agency who provided us with an excellent service during our stay there; humble, smiling and profesional staff always happy to scort us on our trips through the city either on a bike, on foot or in amazing road trips in the most efficient and fancy american old fashion cars I have ever seen, visiting places with a lot of history and dipping into the real Cuban culture all over the city. I just have to say thanks a lot for the amazing time you gave us and that I hope once I come back you will be there still to show us more from this beautiful country. See more..
4.5 Museo Hemingway Finca Vigia (1.991 reviews)
- House and Pilar are very nice!
Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites

Once the Finca Vigia, this ghost-white Spanish-colonial home was where Papa penned some of his greatest novels. See more..
4.5 Fortaleza de San Carlos de la Cabaña (1.564 reviews)
- 9:00PM Canon firing ceremony
Friday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites

An enormous fortress that fires its cannon every night. See more..
4.5 Calle Obispo (1.347 reviews)
- One of main streets
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks

One of main streets in Old Havana. I do not agree with some opinions that tourism is completely dead now and do not come here. Of course it is true that is not even half the same. However it takes time to recover and we need to support it. On the other hand there are some advantages of not so many tourists as well. You can explore city without any crowds. See more..
4.5 Camera Obscura (1.330 reviews)
- Great live views of the city
Points of Interest & Landmarks

A great place to visit, view are amazing from the top. There is a lift to the top but it's good fun climbing the stairs to the top in 30 degrees heat! Air con room at the top where the camera is. This was amazing to see the whole of the city live in action, it was like watching a video but there are no cameras, never seen anything like this before and was definitely worth the climb to the top. Great photo opportunities too. See more..
4.5 University of Havana (917 reviews)
- I loved my 1 month of Spanish classes there
Educational sites

I was there in 2018 studying Spanish for 1 month. On the first day they give you language test and put you into a level. I was a beginner. Classes were Monday to Friday 8:30 to 12:30, with the afternoon free, but a homework assignment to be done for the next day. In my class wer students from China, Canada, Sweden, Germany and Nigeria. It was a great opportunity to make friends to explore the city with in the afternoons after classes. See more..
4.5 Gran Teatro de La Habana (893 reviews)
- Stunning
Theaters

Stunning building. The only way to visit inside, however, is to buy tickets for a performance or take a 45 minute guided tour for 5 CUC. These run regularly through out the day and are definitely worth it as the building is equally impressive inside. If there is a rehearsal underway, the guide may also let you into the theater to watch some of it. See more..
4.5 Castillo de la Real Fuerza (747 reviews)
- Built against pirates
Historic Sites

Castle of the Royal Force is a bastion fort on the western side of the harbour in Havana, set back from the entrance, and bordering the Plaza de Armas. It was originally built to defend against attack by pirates. However it suffered from a poor location- it was too far inside the bay. The fort is considered to be the oldest stone fort in the Americas. See more..
4.5 Santa Maria del Mar (544 reviews)
- Fantastic beach
Beaches

I took a trip here via the tourist bus which was very straightforward and took about 30 minutes for 5€. The bus departs every 40 minutes. Sun loungers and umbrellas were very cheap (150 cups). The sand and sea were very clean and it was very relaxing. There weren’t many facilities but there was a nearby cafe and people selling drinks on the beach. See more..
4.5 Central Park (534 reviews)
- Vintage photos
Spent < 1 hour Parks

I took this incredible vintage photo at central park. This man called mr.Pépe is taking pictures with that camera device from 1900!!! He said it goes from father to son. It costs only 3$ and it’s worth it than any other common photo and I would definitely recommend it. God bless you sir. Thank you for your kindness and your services. My photo is very precious!! See more..
4.5 Christopher Columbus Cemetery (Cemetario de Colon) (2.072 reviews)
- Number 1 in Havana
Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Neighborhoods • Cemeteries

This is an amazing graveyard! I have visited several in Cuba, but this one is huge. You have to pay 5 eur, but you get a nice map, depicting all the graves. Allow yourself some time. A taxi from the center will cost you between 8-10 eur. See more..
4.5 Havana Cathedral (2.015 reviews)
- havanatours.nl organized trips
Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites

well, well this is my third visit to havana city and I am happy to say that I have had a wonderful time in this beautifull place and most of this great experience is due to havanatours.nl travel agency who provided us with an excellent service during our stay there; humble, smiling and profesional staff always happy to scort us on our trips through the city either on a bike, on foot or in amazing road trips in the most efficient and fancy american old fashion cars I have ever seen, visiting places with a lot of history and dipping into the real Cuban culture all over the city. I just have to say thanks a lot for the amazing time you gave us and that I hope once I come back you will be there still to show us more from this beautiful country. See more..
4.5 Fortaleza de San Carlos de la Cabaña (1.564 reviews)
- 9:00PM Canon firing ceremony
Friday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites

An enormous fortress that fires its cannon every night. See more..
4.5 Calle Obispo (1.347 reviews)
- One of main streets
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks

One of main streets in Old Havana. I do not agree with some opinions that tourism is completely dead now and do not come here. Of course it is true that is not even half the same. However it takes time to recover and we need to support it. On the other hand there are some advantages of not so many tourists as well. You can explore city without any crowds. See more..
4.5 Camera Obscura (1.330 reviews)
- Great live views of the city
Points of Interest & Landmarks

A great place to visit, view are amazing from the top. There is a lift to the top but it's good fun climbing the stairs to the top in 30 degrees heat! Air con room at the top where the camera is. This was amazing to see the whole of the city live in action, it was like watching a video but there are no cameras, never seen anything like this before and was definitely worth the climb to the top. Great photo opportunities too. See more..
4.5 University of Havana (917 reviews)
- I loved my 1 month of Spanish classes there
Educational sites

I was there in 2018 studying Spanish for 1 month. On the first day they give you language test and put you into a level. I was a beginner. Classes were Monday to Friday 8:30 to 12:30, with the afternoon free, but a homework assignment to be done for the next day. In my class wer students from China, Canada, Sweden, Germany and Nigeria. It was a great opportunity to make friends to explore the city with in the afternoons after classes. See more..
4.5 Gran Teatro de La Habana (893 reviews)
- Stunning
Theaters

Stunning building. The only way to visit inside, however, is to buy tickets for a performance or take a 45 minute guided tour for 5 CUC. These run regularly through out the day and are definitely worth it as the building is equally impressive inside. If there is a rehearsal underway, the guide may also let you into the theater to watch some of it. See more..