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@ TravelTelly
2025-04-09 19:30:29Havana (La Habana) is a city that grabs you with its vintage soul, vivid colors, and irresistible rhythm. Picture classic 1950s cars cruising past crumbling colonial mansions, locals dancing to live salsa in the streets, and the smell of strong Cuban coffee and cigars in the air. It’s not polished, but that’s part of the magic—Havana is alive.
🌟 Top Things to Do in Havana
1️⃣ Explore Old Havana (Habana Vieja)
- A UNESCO World Heritage Site with narrow streets, pastel facades, and grand plazas
- Must-see spots: Plaza Vieja, Plaza de la Catedral, Plaza de Armas, and El Capitolio
- Stop at a rooftop bar for mojitos and views over the city 🌆
2️⃣ Ride in a Classic American Car 🚗
- Take a guided tour in a vintage convertible—pink, red, or baby blue, your choice!
- Cruise along the Malecón, past the Hotel Nacional and through leafy neighborhoods like Vedado
3️⃣ Walk the Malecón
- Havana’s famous seaside promenade is the city’s open-air living room
- Best at sunset, when locals gather to fish, chat, play music, or just watch the waves crash
4️⃣ Visit the Museum of the Revolution
- Housed in Batista’s former palace, it tells the story of Cuba’s revolutionary history
- The building itself, with bullet holes and all, is part of the experience
5️⃣ Fábrica de Arte Cubano (FAC)
- A mix of gallery, nightclub, performance space, and bar
- Where Havana’s artsy and creative crowd hangs out—don’t miss it if you're into music or culture
🍹 What to Eat & Drink in Havana
- Ropa vieja – Shredded beef in tomato sauce, a Cuban classic
- Moros y Cristianos – Black beans and rice served with everything
- Tostones & yuca – Tasty fried plantains and cassava
- Mojitos & daiquiris – Best enjoyed where Hemingway drank them: La Bodeguita del Medio and El Floridita
- Cuban coffee – Small, strong, and sweet
🎵 Feel the Vibe
✅ Catch live music in every bar—from salsa and rumba to jazz and son cubano
✅ Watch a local dance show, or better yet, join a salsa class
✅ Visit Callejón de Hamel on Sundays for Afro-Cuban rhythms and street art
🛺 Tips for Visiting Havana
🌞 Bring cash (euros or USD)—credit cards aren’t widely accepted
📶 Expect limited Wi-Fi—most people use Wi-Fi parks with pre-paid cards
💡 Embrace the slower pace—this is Cuba, not a rush
🚖 Use official taxis or pre-negotiate fares
💬 Learn a few Spanish basics—locals really appreciate it
💃 Talk to people—Cubans are warm, proud, and full of stories
