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8 Days in Havana: A Journey through Time and Culture

Jaqueline Ornelas

Jaqueline Ornelas

12 Dec 2023

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the vibrant streets of Havana, Cuba. Immerse yourself in the rich history, indulge in delicious cuisine, and discover hidden gems at every turn. Join us as we explore ancient marvels, soak up the Caribbean sun, and create memories to last a lifetime.

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Day 1From Tobacco Warehouses to French Pastries
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$98

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$ 2

Antiguo Almacén de la Madera y El Tabaco
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
26 - 32 min

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Finca Vigía
This restored house-turned-museum of celebrated author Ernest Hemingway offers guided tours.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$25
23 - 28 min

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Almacenes San José Artisans' Market
Vendors in a vast harborfront warehouse sell ceramics, leather goods, humidors & guayabera shirts.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$5
6 - 8 min

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Central Park
City-center park with palm trees, fountains, paths & benches surrounding a statue of José Martí.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Pasteleria Francesa
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$56
Day 2Opera, Art, and Cocktails at Floridita
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$81

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
2 - 3 min

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Grand Theater of Havana
Palatial theater built in 1838 whose grand main hall is now home to the Cuban National Ballet.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$25
3 - 4 min

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Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes
Cavernous, multilevel cultural museum with a vast collection of works by Cuban & other artists.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$20
1 - 2 min

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Restaurante Floridita
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
Day 3Beach Bliss and Rum Tasting
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$67

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$ 1

Dos Hermanos
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$28
1 - 2 min

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Museo del Ron Havana Club
Exhibits featuring the history of rum-making housed in a museum with a tasting room & liquor shop.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$15
30 - 36 min

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Beach Santa Maria del Mar
Vibrant beach offering shallow water for swimming, rental chairs & umbrellas & a food/cocktail menu.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
Day 4Iconic Landmarks and Cuban Delights
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$70

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$ 1

Los Nardos
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
4 - 6 min

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National Capitol of Cuba
Built in 1929, this elegant municipal building features a sizable, domed cupola & a central portico.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$25
8 - 10 min

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Plaza de San Francisco de Asís
This open cobblestone plaza facing the harbor is home to the Fuente de los Leones fountain.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$5
148 - 222 min

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Christ of Havana
Massive marble statue of Jesus, completed in 1958, with city & water views from its hilltop plaza.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$16
Day 5Mining History and Hemingway's Legacy
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$115

The Miners
The Miners Železná lies right in the heart of Prague, next to Staroměstské náměstí. Unlike the rest of our coffee shops, it wasn’t built as a big, open office space, but rather as a cozy hideout in the city's busy center.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
3 - 4 min

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Old Town Square
Oldest square in the historic center with 10th-century origins, site of many Gothic buildings.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$5
The Hemingway Home and Museum
Visitors come to see Hemingway's studio, garden & 6-toed felines that may be descendants of his cat.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$30
1 - 2 min

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Moondog Cafe & Bakery
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$56
Day 6Cocktails at a Historic Pharmacy and Fortresses
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$123

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$28
7 - 10 min

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Castillo de San Salvador de la Punta
Stone fortress constructed in the 1590s to protect the harbor, now restored & open to visitors.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$15
171 - 256 min

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Castillo De Los Tres Reyes Del Morro
Iconic symbol of Havana's seagoing past, this fort dates back to the late 16th century.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$40
7 - 10 min

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La Davina Pastora
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$40
Day 7Cuban Cuisine, Cathedrals, and Colonial Charm
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$92

La Moneda Cubana Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
164 - 246 min

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Fort of San Carlos of the Cabin
18th-century fortress complex featuring museums, cultural events & a nightly canon-firing ceremony.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$20
162 - 243 min

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La Catedral de la Virgen María de la Concepción Inmaculada de La Habana
Imposing Catholic cathedral featuring a baroque, ornamental facade & 2 bell towers.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$10
1 - 2 min

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Plaza de la Catedral
Old Havana plaza containing a baroque 1770s cathedral, the Colonial Art Museum & cafe tables.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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$10
1 - 2 min

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Habaguanex
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$28
Day 8Farewell to Havana with Art and Classic Cocktails
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$85

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$ 1

Dominica Restaurante, Bar, Cafetería
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
2 - 3 min

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Plaza de Armas
The city's oldest plaza is surrounded by restaurants & host to numerous secondhand book stands.
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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$5
27 - 33 min

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Fusterlandia
Extensive public-art installations by local artist José Fuster, with colorful, whimsical mosaics.
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$56

Budget breakdown: $734 In total

Activities & Food:$731
Transport:$3