After spending 4 amazing days in the capital of Cuba, we could have given you a list of 100 different things that you could try here. However, we have made a little list for you of things to do that you simply cannot miss!

Get lost in Old Havana

Every corner has a different story. From a random store, kids playing football against the wall, a hidden cocktail bar or a children’s playground, the streets of Old Havana have so much character. It must be noted that there is plenty of poverty and perceived oppression here (as it is a communist nation) but all the locals we spoke to are happy and friendly and very accommodating.

Taking in the colours of the city

Pictures. Take plenty of them. Even if you are not a huge picture person, it is a great way to capture the city. As you have seen with countless images, there is so much colour in this city, in weird and wacky colour combinations. Finding a pink wall next to a green and blue house is not uncommon and unique to Havana.

Taste the amazing Mojitos

Havana is home to the mojito. So when you are here you simply need to have one. Most streets have bars with their very own Cuban blended version of a mojito, but if you want the most famous, there is only one place to go. El Floridita, the cocktail bar was made famous by writer Earnest Hemingway. This is a tourist hub, so it will be busy. Try and get there as soon as they open to avoid a crowd.

The address for is La Floridita – Obispo #557 esq. Monserrate Old Havana

Visit the Revolution Museum

The museum has a rather intimidating exterior full of protected fighter planes and army tanks with guards surrounding the building in a somewhat menacing manner. However, one you get inside, you will be surprised at how much information there is. You will also develop and appreciation
Address: Calle Refugio 1 | entre Monserrate y Zulueta, Havana 10600, Cuba

Take a sunset on Malecon

Plenty of locals and tourists spend their time in the late afternoon looking out towards the ocean watching the sun disappear. There are people fishing with wooden poles, musicians playing their songs and ladies selling fruit and sugary goodies. The El Morro castle is opposite where everyone sits, and provides an awesome backdrop for the sunset. Bring some spare change for some snacks.

Enjoy a classic car ride

Every single street you visit, there are literally thousands of 1950’s classic cars which are immaculately maintained. The city is stuck in a time warp from before the trade embargos set by the US Government. Most of the cars are available for hire, so get your negotiation skills ready as you can see who gives you the lowest price for a drive.

Walk into Havana Vieja

As you walk into this square, you can feel how grand it is. The size is immense and makes you feel tiny standing in it. This is a great photo spot with plenty of symmetry and unique architecture.  There are some really cool little bars (charging tourist prices of course) where you can sit back with a Cuban coffee and people watch all day.

Get cultured in Callejon de Hamel

One of our favorite spots in Havana and also the most colourful. A little side street full of unique Cuban artwork is full of random cool wall paintings and metal statues that ooze creativity. There are wall murals of every colour and they use every bit of recycled metal to create. We loved the bathtubs on the wall (Yes, you read that correctly.) There is a very cool lemonade stand there which is the most refreshing thing you can have on a steamy hot summer day.