Location: Matanzas
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Matanzas (Spanish pronunciation: [maˈtansas]) is the capital of the Cuban province of Matanzas. Known for its poets, culture, and Afro-Cuban folklore, it is located on the northern shore of the island of Cuba, on the Bay of Matanzas (Spanish Bahia de Matanzas), 90 kilometres (56 mi) east of the capital Havana and 32 kilometres (20 mi) west of the resort town of Varadero.
Restaurants in Matanzas
1. Cuba Wow Trip
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5.0 based on 13 reviews
Here you can find a varied offer of day trips and round trips with which you could discover Cuba from inside out, with its people, its customs and its history.
2. Lolo Galeria-Taller
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5.0 based on 53 reviews
In our studio you are going to find firsthand fine art pieces and the renowned artist who made them. It is a place where clay, plaster, glass, metal and fiber glass become into works of art. We promise that you will always remember having visited us.
Reviewed By Ana_L_23 - Navan, Ireland
This is quite an interesting gallery to visit, with very unique works of art, performed by different artists. There are even partnerships between USA and Cuba. Worth to have a look, and you can see the artists working. Free entrance.
3. Varadero Taxis
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5.0 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By LisafromSiberia - Krasnoyarsk, Russia
A day-trip to Havana with Joan and his driver was amazing! They both were very friendly, respectful and professional, I felt that I was in good hands (for me as a solo traveller it was very important). I am glad I opted for the private tour because I was able to help local people and got a very unique authentic experience. Joan is a great guide: he speaks fluent English and is very knowledgeable, open and ready to answer all questions about history and current events. Highly recommended to anyone!
4. Cuevas de Bellamar
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4.5 based on 603 reviews
Reviewed By Thescowlingartist - St. Catharines, Canada
This excursion was a free one that came with our trip through Hola Sun. It isn't for anyone who has a disability/is unable to climb stairs, or anyone who is secretly claustrophobic.. I personally have a disability, but medication is working so I was able to climb back out of the underground cave slowly. You go down about 159 steps and slopes and etc to wonder through an ancient cave system that was once underwater. The crystals and fossils inside are amazing. It is very humid, but despite them saying it was going to be hot, you didn't notice it until you climbed the 159 steps to get your of the caves. Great tour! Was totally worth it! Can't wait to get pictures off my go pro!
5. Pharmaceutical Museum
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4.5 based on 306 reviews
Reviewed By Blue_Byways
Most museums gather fragments of their area of specialty, and use them to tell a story. This one is a story in its own right - not a fragment, but an entire pharmacy frozen in amber. All of the jars and vases and drawers full of the medicines used in Cuba a century or more ago are arrayed just as they would have appeared to a late 19th or early 20th century customer. Total immersion in a different world. And beautiful to behold. Matanzas is not going to be on everyone's dance card, but if you are in the neighborhood, do stop and see.
6. Oliva Cuba Taxi
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4.5 based on 28 reviews
Oliva Cuba Taxi offers a vintage car service with driver for both short and long-term rentals or tours in all Cuba. Our drivers and guides are extremely professional and friendly. You can count on us for all your needs and thus make your vacation more enjoyable, for reservation call us in U.S Miami (786)287-0804 Javier
7. Ediciones Vigia
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4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By lavendula38 - Pueblo, United States
It took me 3 years, but I finally made it to this destination! And I wasn't disappointed. Each handmade book is absolutely beautiful. Watching the artists create the books is fascinating. I only wish I had more room in my suitcase. Reasonably priced. I couldn't leave without making a purchase.
8. Bay of Pigs Museum
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3.5 based on 94 reviews
Reviewed By Deltaloop - New York City, United States
Simple by modern museum standards the Bay of Pigs Museum gives you a very different take on the battle. The road there is marked with memorials to all the fallen and the museum does a great job of connecting you with those fallen.
