6 Days in Havana: A Journey through History and Culture

Jairo Prieto

27 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling adventure through the vibrant streets of Havana, Cuba. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of this enchanting city as you explore ancient marvels, visit iconic landmarks, and indulge in authentic Cuban experiences.

Trip to Havana

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Day 1Artisan Treasures and Literary Inspiration

$ 1

Hotel Nacional de Cuba

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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22 - 27 min

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This restored house-turned-museum of celebrated author Ernest Hemingway offers guided tours.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Day 2Sipping Rum and Discovering Architectural Grandeur

$10

$ 1

Hotel Nacional de Cuba

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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7 - 9 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Day 3Unveiling Hemingway's Legacy and Old World Charm

Hotel Nacional de Cuba

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Visitors come to see Hemingway's studio, garden & 6-toed felines that may be descendants of his cat.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Day 4Cathedrals, Plazas, and Breathtaking Views

$ 1

Hotel Nacional de Cuba

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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4 - 6 min

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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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152 - 227 min

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

10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

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Free

Day 5Exploring Fortress Walls and Coastal Beauty

$14

$ 1

Hotel Nacional de Cuba

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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171 - 256 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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$10

Day 6Fortresses, Memorials, and a Colorful Art Haven

$ 1

Hotel Nacional de Cuba

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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18 - 22 min

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

9:30 AM - 10:15 AM

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Free

24 - 29 min

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

10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $51 In total

Activities & Food:$49

Transport:$2