Things to Do in Havana
Top attractions, best neighborhoods to wander, and the food you shouldn't skip in Havana, Cuba — 2026 traveler picks.
Top places to see
Habana Vieja (Old Havana) + Plaza Vieja
UNESCO-adjacent colonial old town — Plaza de Armas, Cathedral, Plaza Vieja. Full afternoon walking. Free.
Malecón + El Vedado
Iconic seaside promenade + former upscale district. Sunset walking + salsa dancing at Casa de la Música (CUC 10-15 entry).
Plaza de la Revolución
Massive plaza with José Martí memorial + iconic Che Guevara + Camilo Cienfuegos steel murals. Free. Photograph the murals.
Fábrica de Arte Cubano (FAC)
Cutting-edge art gallery + club + performance space (open Thu-Sun 20:00-03:00 only). CUC 3 entry. THE Havana modern culture experience.
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Things to do in Havana
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Tours, tickets & day trips
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Ropa vieja (shredded beef in tomato). Moros y cristianos (black beans + rice). Lechón asado (roast pork). Yuca con mojo. Congrí. Cuban mojitos + daiquiris. Cuban coffee (strong, sweet).
Local tip
Take the official taxi from the rank at arrivals and agree the fare before you set off, or arrange a pickup with your casa particular or hotel. Cuba withdrew the convertible peso (CUC) in 2021, so ignore any price quoted in CUC. Check entry requirements, including the tourist card, with your airline before you fly.
Where to stay
Hotels across Havana — filter by neighborhood + budget on the map below.
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