Discover the Vibrant Charm of Havana: 9-Day Itinerary

Jeizon Gil

30 Sep 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Havana, Cuba's capital city, with this exciting 9-day itinerary. Explore iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in the local culture, and indulge in the vibrant atmosphere of this enchanting destination.

Trip to Havana

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$ 1

Extensive public-art installations by local artist José Fuster, with colorful, whimsical mosaics.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

18 - 22 min

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Contemporary cultural center with unique offerings, such as films, concerts & art exhibitions.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Day 2

$ 1

High-energy nightspot in a former home for festive live music, performances & salsa dancing.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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11 - 14 min

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Marble star-shaped tower & statue honoring writer José Martí, advocate for independence from Spain.

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

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Free

Day 3

$23

$ 1

Coastal marine life & tropical ecosystems are showcased in exhibits, shows & educational programs.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$10

20 - 24 min

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Built in 1929, this elegant municipal building features a sizable, domed cupola & a central portico.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$13

5 - 8 min

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City-center park with palm trees, fountains, paths & benches surrounding a statue of José Martí.

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 4

$ 1

Oldest square in the historic center with 10th-century origins, site of many Gothic buildings.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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The city's oldest plaza is surrounded by restaurants & host to numerous secondhand book stands.

9:30 AM - 10:15 AM

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4 - 5 min

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Vendors in a vast harborfront warehouse sell ceramics, leather goods, humidors & guayabera shirts.

10:45 AM - 12:15 PM

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Day 5

$15

Massive marble statue of Jesus, completed in 1958, with city & water views from its hilltop plaza.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

153 - 230 min

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Harborside star fort in Plaza de Armas, built in the mid-1500s & today housing a maritime museum.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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7 - 10 min

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Storied watering hole with writing on the walls, framed photographs of celebrities & mojitos.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Day 6

$25

$ 1

Old Havana plaza containing a baroque 1770s cathedral, the Colonial Art Museum & cafe tables.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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9 - 11 min

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Iconic symbol of Havana's seagoing past, this fort dates back to the late 16th century.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$20

Day 7

$23

18th-century fortress complex featuring museums, cultural events & a nightly canon-firing ceremony.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$10

2 - 3 min

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1700s cannon at Fortaleza San Carlos, fired by soldiers in period uniforms at 9 PM every night.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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164 - 246 min

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Stone fortress constructed in the 1590s to protect the harbor, now restored & open to visitors.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Day 8

$15

Cuba's main port for shipping vessels & cruise ships, with historic fortifications at its entrance.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

84 - 125 min

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Exhibits featuring the history of rum-making housed in a museum with a tasting room & liquor shop.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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7 - 10 min

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Stately, Cuban baroque–style palace featuring historical artwork & artifacts, plus original decor.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Day 9

$25

This open cobblestone plaza facing the harbor is home to the Fuente de los Leones fountain.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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12 - 17 min

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Cavernous, multilevel cultural museum with a vast collection of works by Cuban & other artists.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$10

3 - 4 min

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Palatial theater built in 1838 whose grand main hall is now home to the Cuban National Ballet.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$13

Budget breakdown: $146 In total

Activities & Food:$145

Transport:$1