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Havana

On first impressions, Havana can seem like a confusing jigsaw puzzle, but work out how to put the pieces together and a beautiful picture emerges.

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Museo de la Revolución

Havana

This emblematic museum is set in the former Presidential Palace, constructed between 1913 and 1920 and used by a string of Cuban presidents, culminating…
Calle Mercaderes

Habana Vieja

Cobbled, car-free Calle Mercaderes (Merchant's Street) has been extensively restored by the Office of the City Historian and is an almost complete replica…
Malecón

Havana

The Malecón, Havana's evocative 7km-long sea drive, is one of the city's most soulful and quintessentially Cuban thoroughfares, and long a favored meeting…
Gran Teatro de la Habana Alicia Alonso

Havana

The neobaroque Gran Teatro de la Habana Alicia Alonso, erected as a Galician social club between 1907 and 1914, features highly ornate and even exuberant…
Capitolio Nacional

Havana

The incomparable Capitolio Nacional is Havana's most ambitious and grandiose building, constructed after the post-WWI boom ('Dance of the Millions')…
Plaza de la Catedral

Habana Vieja

Habana Vieja's most uniform square is a museum to Cuban baroque, with all the surrounding buildings, including the city's beguiling asymmetrical cathedral…
Catedral de la Habana

Habana Vieja

Described by novelist Alejo Carpentier as 'music set in stone,' Havana's incredible cathedral, dominated by two unequal towers and framed by a theatrical…
Fusterlandia

Havana

Where does art go after Antoni Gaudí? For a hint, head west from central Havana to the seemingly low-key district of Jaimanitas, where artist José Fuster…

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Things to Know

Havana is a charming city that easily woos every visitor. But some insider tips will make your trip much easier – here are 20 things to know before you go.

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Best Neighborhoods

Get to know Havana by diving into its neighborhoods. To find out what makes the city tick, visit at least three of the neighborhoods on our list.

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Day Trips

Escape the hectic buzz of Havana and learn more about Cuban culture on a day trip. These are 6 of our favorites, all within a two-hour trip from the capital.

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Money and Costs

The Cuban capital is a wonderfully vibrant city and you don't need to break the bank to see it. Here's how to visit Havana on a budget.

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Transportation

From vintage cars and three-wheeled coconuts to bikes and bus tours, here's everything you need to know about navigating Havana, Cuba.

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Free Things to Do

Experiencing all the incredible things Havana has to offer doesn't have to empty your wallet. Here are the best free things to do in Cuba's capital city.

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Traveling with Kids

Expect your children to be fussed over in Cuba, where the family is at the heart of everything. Here are the best things to do with kids.

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