Things to do & places to visit in Pinar del Rio Province, Cuba

Pinar del Rio Province #5 destination in Cuba 2023. The average rating score is 4.05 based on 13.1k traveler reviews, of 30 attractions. Timezone: America/Havana, current date and time: Friday, May 10, 2024, 3:46.

Top things to do (21)

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

5.0 Riding Vinales (422 reviews)
- Highly recommend this tour!
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent More than 3 hours Horseback Riding Tours

We are a confirmed reservations website. Leader of the excursions on horseback in the Vinales National Park. Main operator of tourist services in the region. You will live an unforgettable experience of their trip to Cuba, with us you will discover the socio-cultural values that identify and distinguish the locals, customs and traditions. Starting from Villa el Habano in Vinales you can enter an outstanding karst landscape hummocks formed by special uniqueness that takes visitors to places where it has survived unchanged for centuries traditional methods of agriculture and especially harvest snuff. With a tour of 5 or 6 hours you can stop on the most spectacular viewpoints of the valley, visit caves inside born underground rivers that allow travelers to alleviate the Cuban heat during this time to visit Las Vegas and drying of snuff, known their cultural care, if your enjoyment can enjoy a Cuban cigar from the hands of its growers and to be able to participate in the work of the far.. See more..
5.0 Guanahacabibes Peninsula (37 reviews)
- Birding hotspot at national park
Nature & Wildlife Areas

Our group of sixteen birders, plus a local guide and a biologist from the Havana Museum of Natural History, spent two days in this large park observing endemic birds and other species. We had terrific looks at Cuban Trogan, Cuban Tody, Cuban Green Woodpecker, and other birds. The trails are like single-vehicle tracks, which makes it easy for everyone to get good views of the birds. Our visit included a stop at the headquarters, where our guide gave us more details of about the park and showed pictures of a special program for children that teaches them about migrating birds. See more..
5.0 Finca L'Armonia (21 reviews)
- Amazing moment with perfect guide
Friday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Equestrian Trails • Farms • Gardens

Welcome to our farm created two years ago around an experimental project using permaculture techniques. We invite you to discover our many cultures : Mango, guava, avocado, mandarin, banana, cotton, honey and more ! Know you the whole process of coffee picking, drying and roasting on a wood fire. Explain our work techniques by hand and those with our favorite tractors: our beef. We offer horseback riding to enjoy the magic of our landscapes in the valley, to discover traditional tobacco cultures and artisanal cigar production. We guide you to a mountain to enjoy the beautiful view and enjoy the typical Cuban drinks (mojito, piña colada, coco loco..). Come spend a moment of escape with us to the rhythm and style of the Guajiros. See more..
5.0 Finca Quemado de Rubi (1 review)
- A great place to sample the cigar culture of cuba and eat
Spent 1-2 hours Farms
We found this place thanks to blog posted on the internet. It is one of the best tobacco farms in cuba producing leaves for the cohbia cigars. Oswaldo who seems to be the one in charge of customer relations is excellent, giving a in depth history to the cuban tobacco culture and explaining the growing of tobacco and production of cigars. It is also a great place to eat everything is cooked in a old fashioned kitchen using only hot coals as a means of fuel. The chicken and pork was very good. For us it was the best place to buy cigars as they were half the price of what you buy the cohbia in the state run cigar shops. Overall a wonderful experience with great staff highly recommended. See more..
5.0 Parque Nacional Peninsula de Gunanahacabibes (1 review)
- Stunning scenery
Spent More than 3 hours National Parks • Nature & Wildlife Areas
I visited this park on a trek withe fabulous English speaking guides, Abel & Floyd, gobsmacked at scenery, wildlife, flowers, humming birds etc., too much to describe! With a stop off for break on tobacco farm & a wonderful drink from a real coconut, not the ones you see in UK supermarkets,! The coconut is cut in half with a machete , pineapple juice & shot of rum then drunk with straw! Yum ! Had to go & have siesta on arriving back to Casa, tired & full of wonder ! See more..
5.0 Touring Viñales (1 review)
- Imprescindible si quieres conocer Viñales
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent More than 3 hours Equestrian Trails

Rutas a caballo, a pie. Excursiones en Viñales See more..
5.0 Riding Vinales (422 reviews)
- Highly recommend this tour!
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent More than 3 hours Horseback Riding Tours

We are a confirmed reservations website. Leader of the excursions on horseback in the Vinales National Park. Main operator of tourist services in the region. You will live an unforgettable experience of their trip to Cuba, with us you will discover the socio-cultural values that identify and distinguish the locals, customs and traditions. Starting from Villa el Habano in Vinales you can enter an outstanding karst landscape hummocks formed by special uniqueness that takes visitors to places where it has survived unchanged for centuries traditional methods of agriculture and especially harvest snuff. With a tour of 5 or 6 hours you can stop on the most spectacular viewpoints of the valley, visit caves inside born underground rivers that allow travelers to alleviate the Cuban heat during this time to visit Las Vegas and drying of snuff, known their cultural care, if your enjoyment can enjoy a Cuban cigar from the hands of its growers and to be able to participate in the work of the far.. See more..
5.0 Guanahacabibes Peninsula (37 reviews)
- Birding hotspot at national park
Nature & Wildlife Areas

Our group of sixteen birders, plus a local guide and a biologist from the Havana Museum of Natural History, spent two days in this large park observing endemic birds and other species. We had terrific looks at Cuban Trogan, Cuban Tody, Cuban Green Woodpecker, and other birds. The trails are like single-vehicle tracks, which makes it easy for everyone to get good views of the birds. Our visit included a stop at the headquarters, where our guide gave us more details of about the park and showed pictures of a special program for children that teaches them about migrating birds. See more..
5.0 Finca L'Armonia (21 reviews)
- Amazing moment with perfect guide
Friday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Equestrian Trails • Farms • Gardens

Welcome to our farm created two years ago around an experimental project using permaculture techniques. We invite you to discover our many cultures : Mango, guava, avocado, mandarin, banana, cotton, honey and more ! Know you the whole process of coffee picking, drying and roasting on a wood fire. Explain our work techniques by hand and those with our favorite tractors: our beef. We offer horseback riding to enjoy the magic of our landscapes in the valley, to discover traditional tobacco cultures and artisanal cigar production. We guide you to a mountain to enjoy the beautiful view and enjoy the typical Cuban drinks (mojito, piña colada, coco loco..). Come spend a moment of escape with us to the rhythm and style of the Guajiros. See more..
4.5 Valle de Vinales (6.017 reviews)
- Beautiful Valley!
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 2-3 hours Valleys

We took a one-day tour trip from Havana to Vinales Valley and enjoyed the natural beauty of this area. We visited a tobacco farm, had a wonderful lunch at a nearby restaurant, visited the local market, and stopped at the Prehistoric Mural. We only spent one day there, but I would recommend planning on spending at least two days if you have the time. See more..
4.5 Cayo Jutías (420 reviews)
- MY FAVOURITE PLACE IN CUBA
Beaches

We travelled with my husband to Cuba for 10 days and we wanted to go to Cayo Levisa, but could not find accomodation there. Someone recommended to go to Cayo Jutias instead and we couldn't be any happier with the experience. Virgin unspoiled beaches, starfish, crystal clear warm waters. There is no hotels there, which is great, since keeps the pristiness of this beautiful beach. We stayed in a little (not very nice town) nearby, Santa Lucia at Villa Mary casa particular. Roly, the house owner, drove us everyday to the beach and back to his place. We paid 15 cuc for the trip. His house was impeccable and Maritza's (Roly's wife) cooking was amazing: top quality and generous serves. We fell in love with the place and the whole Cayo Jutias experience...will definitely come back. Roly's details for booking [email protected] See more..
4.5 Alejandro Robaina Tobacco Plantation (71 reviews)
- Always a great and informative visit
Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Farms

Hirochi's place is always done well. Professional, kind, and informative. One of, if not the best farm tours to help you understand the whole seed to smoke process. English of the 2 guides are excellent. Tour cost is $2 per person currently. If you want to eat luch, please call and arrange this ahead of time, if they are available. See more..
4.5 Cayo Jutia Beach (51 reviews)
- Great beach
Spent More than 3 hours Beaches

Take a local bus from Vinales in the morning and back in the evening. Beach is amazing and (in November) not crowded. There are some bars and restaurants (food was so-so). See more..
4.5 Cueva de los Portales (17 reviews)
- Cuevas del Indio Pinar Del Río,Cuba
Spent 1-2 hours Military Museums • Speciality Museums

Beautiful cave, nice weather, perfect place to be with family and friends including kids...love it.. can't wait to go again No se lo pierdan,muy recomendado! See more..
4.5 La Catedral de Pinar del Rio (Catedral de San Rosendo) (16 reviews)
- Vinales Church
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Churches & Cathedrals

My boyfriend and I attended Sunday Mass. It was welcoming and beautiful to attend. Beautiful inside. See more..
4.5 Excursiones a Caballo al Valle El Silencio (9 reviews)
- Great tour
Spent More than 3 hours Mountains • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Forests • Dams • Valleys

That is absolutely a must being in Vinales. You need to try horse ride. Beautiful valley, trying Cuban coffee, rum and cigars. See more..
4.5 La Güira National Park (4 reviews)
- Birding La Guira
National Parks

The park is beautiful! Drive through rolling hills and farmsteads to the limestone caves and lush forest. We were glad we rode in a modern taxi and could spend our time looking out the windows and snapping pictures. We saw over 30 species in this park including the Cuban Tody, Cuban Trogan, and Cuban Emerald with our guide Adrien, from Kirkconnell Birds. We paid 10 CUC for the car, and 1 CUC each for the caves which have stairs and are easy to explore safely. The cave entrance is past the camping cabanas. Wonderful place to get out and explore the country! It was a 10 hour trip from Havana including lunch and much exploring. See more..
4.5 Cayo Jutías (420 reviews)
- MY FAVOURITE PLACE IN CUBA
Beaches

We travelled with my husband to Cuba for 10 days and we wanted to go to Cayo Levisa, but could not find accomodation there. Someone recommended to go to Cayo Jutias instead and we couldn't be any happier with the experience. Virgin unspoiled beaches, starfish, crystal clear warm waters. There is no hotels there, which is great, since keeps the pristiness of this beautiful beach. We stayed in a little (not very nice town) nearby, Santa Lucia at Villa Mary casa particular. Roly, the house owner, drove us everyday to the beach and back to his place. We paid 15 cuc for the trip. His house was impeccable and Maritza's (Roly's wife) cooking was amazing: top quality and generous serves. We fell in love with the place and the whole Cayo Jutias experience...will definitely come back. Roly's details for booking [email protected] See more..
4.5 Alejandro Robaina Tobacco Plantation (71 reviews)
- Always a great and informative visit
Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Farms

Hirochi's place is always done well. Professional, kind, and informative. One of, if not the best farm tours to help you understand the whole seed to smoke process. English of the 2 guides are excellent. Tour cost is $2 per person currently. If you want to eat luch, please call and arrange this ahead of time, if they are available. See more..
4.5 Cayo Jutia Beach (51 reviews)
- Great beach
Spent More than 3 hours Beaches

Take a local bus from Vinales in the morning and back in the evening. Beach is amazing and (in November) not crowded. There are some bars and restaurants (food was so-so). See more..
4.5 Cueva de los Portales (17 reviews)
- Cuevas del Indio Pinar Del Río,Cuba
Spent 1-2 hours Military Museums • Speciality Museums

Beautiful cave, nice weather, perfect place to be with family and friends including kids...love it.. can't wait to go again No se lo pierdan,muy recomendado! See more..
4.5 La Catedral de Pinar del Rio (Catedral de San Rosendo) (16 reviews)
- Vinales Church
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Churches & Cathedrals

My boyfriend and I attended Sunday Mass. It was welcoming and beautiful to attend. Beautiful inside. See more..
4.0 Jardin Botanico de Viñales (868 reviews)
- Lovely small garden with knowledgeable guide
Gardens

This small garden has an interesting history and lovely ambience to it. The guide I had (Yainel) was super knowledgeable and a great guy. He speaks Spanish, English, French and German. There’s also the opportunity to have a meal at the garden with organic produce grown there. I had a wonderful vegetarian lunch for 700 CUP sitting outside amongst the plants and birds. See more..
4.0 Cuevas de Santo Tomas (776 reviews)
- A highlight of our stay
Caverns & Caves

My hubby & I did thru Infotur with a very sweet & attractive Cuban lady with a Japanese name (Yoshida?). Infotur picked us up from our casa particular, the driver Daniel careful around potholes & very nice. The cave guide Michael very knowledgeable, helpful & funny. We had a private tour as sadly there are fewer takers of late. The steep hike up to the cave opening was daunting & the ladder inside required bravery on my part too. We loved the experience & view & would certainly recommend if you have good shoes, are not fearful of heights, like a reasonable challenge. We are in our 50s. See more..
4.0 Cayo Levisa (273 reviews)
- Scubadiving at Cayo Levisa
Islands

You can scuba dive the house reef at 11:45 AM. The ferry arrives at 10:30 AM. The dive boat leave at 9 AM for other dive sites. This mean that you as a day-tourist can't dive the external/outer dive sites :-( Jorn S. Larsen (Denmark) See more..
4.0 Iglesia del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus (73 reviews)
- Nice place
Spent < 1 hour Churches & Cathedrals

area with wifi in front of the church. A lot of seats and a lovely place to unwind. In the main street of Vinales. See more..
4.0 Cavern of Santo Tomas (54 reviews)
- Prepare for an ascent..!!
Spent 1-2 hours Caverns & Caves

Your passport is requested in the booking office but proved non-essential since we were allowed on the tour without producing it. You are provided with a very smelly helmet with an attached torchlight for use within the cave. Decent footwear is required since you are expected to climb up the mountain following a path that can be quite tricky especially when it has rained. A spectacular view of the valley is obtained from the first stage of the climb. The tour itself was very interesting and can include a view of live bats as well as the usual rock formations seen in such a natural situation. See more..
4.0 Parque Prehistorico Referencia Nacional (24 reviews)
- Very interesting garden with paleoontological , antropological and medical informations
Parks

The owner of the Casa Tomasa y Jesus besides the garden shows a collection of very interesting plants and exhibits from Cuba and the world and offers very many information about them. It includes paleontological, biological, antropological and medical background. Jesus is a never ending source of stories and facts and gave us valuable hints for natural treatment of high blood pressure which we already use. You should understand a little more Spanish than the usual tourist here! See more..
4.0 Cueva de la Vaca (21 reviews)
- An Easy Going Good Cave Experience
Spent 2-3 hours Caverns & Caves

This is a relatively short hike into a cave and easy walking. It is a good experience for people who want to feel the reality of a cave but do not want to hike a long distance. See more..
4.0 Hacienda Cortina (5 reviews)
- Past Grandeur back to life
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Gardens

A couple of miles west of San Diego de los Baños: a surreal, long-abandoned grounds of Hacienda Cortina have been brought to life. Legend has it that wealthy lawyer José Manuel Cortina made his fantasies/whims come true on this isolated spot, literally in the middle of nowhere. After almost a century of neglect, refurbishment money arrived out of the blue in 2014 and the Hacienda has been restored to its former glory. See more..