Best Little Havana Tour with a Descendant of a Cuban President

Explore Little Havana with a Cuban president’s descendant. Enjoy street art, live music, historic sites, Cuban cuisine, and cultural landmarks.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Cubaocho Museum and Performing Arts Center - Dive into a fully Cuban experience with stunning artwork and intriguing furniture, each piece narrating its own unique story.
  • Bay of Pigs Monument - The Eternal Flame stands atop this monument, honoring the courageous Cuban men who sacrificed their lives in an attempt to reclaim their cherished homeland.
  • Cubavera - Discover the iconic Guayabera shirt, known for its four pockets and side buttons, originally designed for a guava farmer in the 1800s and still a staple for Cuban men today. Marvel at vintage 1960s cars still in use in Cuba and view the mural “The Agony of Communism” to understand the Cuban struggle and their unending quest for freedom.
  • Domino Park - Explore Little Havana’s key landmark, Domino Park, founded in 1963. This exclusive club offers tables for dominoes and chess, where you can observe intense matches played by members aged 55 and older. Admire the mural commemorating the 1994 Summit of the Western Hemisphere held in Miami.
  • Tower Theater - Visit Miami’s oldest cinema, built in 1926, showcasing Art Deco design that adds charm to the vibrant neighborhood. It now includes a tribute to Cuba’s beloved daughter, international superstar singer Celia Cruz, who passed away in 2003.
  • Ball & Chain - Since 1935, Ball & Chain has been Little Havana’s premier nightclub by night and a popular lunch spot by day. Enjoy live Latin music from bands that play around the clock, filling the neighborhood with cool rhythms.
  • Guantanamera Cafe and Lounge - Savor exquisite Cuban coffee and explore a walk-in humidor to experience two of Cuba’s most renowned products. The lively atmosphere is complemented by walls adorned with fascinating memorabilia.
  • Esquina De La Fama - Delight in Cuba’s favorite pastry, the pastelito de guava, a treat your taste buds will adore! The venue is quirky and entertaining, with live music that will get you dancing.
  • El Pub Restaurant - Known for the Best Cuban Sandwich in Little Havana, this spot offers the finest panini you’ll ever taste! The lively ambiance features live music for sing-alongs, and the restaurant has been a filming location for several movies and TV shows.
What's Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Stroll through vibrant and festive Little Havana with the great granddaughter of Cuba’s second president, Jose Miguel Gomez! Enjoy the beauty of the street art that covers every building and the live bands that play on the sidewalks in front of restaurants.

Visit the Bay of Pigs and Map of Cuba Monuments to hear about the important intertwined history between Cuba and the U. S. Take photos with the live roosters under the Holy Ceiba Tree where Santeria rituals are still performed to this day.

Meet a master blender rolling cigars and visit famous Generalisimo Maximo Gomez Domino Park. Taste Cuba’s favorite dishes along the way at fun, kitschy restaurants.

Visit the CubaOcho museum to immerse yourself in Cuban culture. Learn about the the famous Guayabera shirt and enter Rooster Alley where you can pose with the colorful rooster statues and antique cars that still drive the streets of Cuba today! And sip a Cuban coffee at a super fun cigar and coffee shop with a walk-in humidor.

  • The time in between the landmarks will be spent eating at restaurants and walking from place to place.
  • Please advise if you have certain allergies
Location
Cubaocho Museum & Performing Arts Center
Southwest 8th Street
1465 SW Eighth Street, Miami, FL 33135 - Across from Domino Park
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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X5526qwcristinam
Apr 28, 2024
Not recommend - The tour was not organized, she just talk about her life stories and not about the ghosts. She was also homophobic and disrespectful. Charge us insane amount of money to listen to her.
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