Havana 6 Day Itinerary

Havana, Cuba 6-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Orientation

  • Stay at: Hotel Nacional de Cuba (Iconic hotel with a rich history)
  • Activities: Settle in and explore the neighborhood around your hotel. Visit Morro-Cabana Fortress for sunset views over the Havana bay.
  • Dinner: San Cristobal Paladar (Traditional Cuban cuisine)
  • Things to know: Cuban currency is CUC, and US dollars are not widely accepted. Internet access can be limited, consider buying a local SIM card or visiting WiFi spots.

Day 2: Old Havana Exploration

  • Breakfast: Los Antillanos (Café con Leche and pastries)
  • Activities: Wander through Old Havana’s cobblestone streets, visit Plaza Vieja, Plaza de Armas, and Cathedral Square. Don’t miss the impressive baroque architecture of San Francisco de Asis Basilica.
  • Lunch: El Templete (Try the Cuban Sandwich)
  • Afternoon: Visit Museo de la Revolución or the Museum of Fine Arts
  • Dinner: La Guarida Paladar (Elegant dining in a historic building)
  • Tips: Haggle prices for local arts and crafts in the markets.

Day 3: Museums & Art

  • Breakfast: Coppelia (Ice cream and pastries)
  • Activities: Explore Fusterlandia, a vibrant neighborhood covered in mosaics by artist José Fuster. Visit the National Museum of Fine Arts and the Museum of Decorative Arts.
  • Lunch: Paladar La Fontana or El Cocinero (Modern Cuban cuisine)
  • Afternoon: Stroll along Malecón, Havana’s famous seafront esplanade.
  • Dinner: Atelier (Contemporary fusion cuisine)

Day 4: Vintage Cars & Live Music

  • Breakfast: Doña Eutimia Paladar (Try the croquetas)
  • Activities: Ride in a vintage car to explore Havana Vieja and beyond. Visit Casa de la Musica or Fabrica de Arte Cubano for live music and local art.
  • Lunch: San Jose Paladar (Traditional Cuban cuisine with a modern twist)
  • Afternoon: Relax at Playas del Este, accessible by taxi or vintage car.
  • Dinner: El Ajiaco (Cuban comfort food)

Day 5: Day trip to Viñales

  • Breakfast: Hotel Los Jazmines (Included in the hotel’s buffet)
  • Activities: Visit a tobacco farm, hike Valle de Silencio, and witness the breathtaking Mural de la Prehistoria. Enjoy a horseback ride through the countryside.
  • Lunch: Local restaurant in Viñales (Mojito and Vaca Frita are must-tries)
  • Return to Havana and relax in the evening
  • Dinner: Paladar La Bodeguita del Medio or Sloppy Joe’s Bar (Legendary watering holes)

Day 6: Farewell & Departure

  • Breakfast: El Café de los Artistas (Cuban coffee and pastries)
  • Activities: Spend your last moments in Havana shopping for souvenirs, visiting any missed attractions, or simply enjoying the city’s charm.
  • Lunch: Paladar La Monserrate (Overlooking Havana Vieja)
  • Departure: Safe travels!