City: Cuba
Top Things to do in Cuba
Top 10 Things to do in Cuba, Cuba
Coordinates: 22°00′N 80°00′W / 22.000°N 80.000°W / 22.000; -80.000
Restaurants in Cuba
1. Jardines De La Reina
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 67 reviews
Situated on the Caribbean, the Gardens of the Queen consist of a vast area with countless islands, reefs, beaches and flats forming a large archipelago of about 200 km long. Over 400 km separate Habana from Jucaro, the harbor with access to the fishing areas. All the sport-fishing species abound in the Gardens of the Queen: bonefish, permit, tarpon, snook, jack Crevalle, barracuda, snapper, etc.
Reviewed By Maxb662013 - Upminster, United Kingdom
Just come back from having a week on the Tortuga fishing, the staff were absolutely brilliant, couldn’t be more helpful and the food, omg ???? it was amazing, three cheers to Israel and his helper for a magnificent menu. Thanks Mark Ellwood
2. Old Havana
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20,586 reviews
Bohemian, rhythmically Latin, certainly picturesque and, above all, charming.
Reviewed By Gantt-Tammy - Havana, Caribbean
La Habana is a great City to visit, old cars, great walks, good food and warm people, lots of live music, rum and cigars, history, art and plazas...be sure to hit Plaza de Revolution... The city has it all. The old City take a good day get through ...Sloppy Joe's, Floridita Street, and in modern Havana be sure to see Hotel Nacional and Tropicana. The Capitolo building is a great landmark to start from. If you can go inside, there is one of the largest diamonds in the world encased in the floor.
3. Peninsula de Zapata National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 94 reviews
Cubas largest ecosystem encompasses both swamp and beach.
Reviewed By Bidule005 - France, null
We visited the beautiful Parque Natural Montemar, which was declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 2001. It is located in Zapata peninsula, It’s a large area of salt pans, t’s a large area of salt pans, marshes and mangroves with many crocodiles. It’s a paradise for birdwatching! and a good spot for catch-and-release fishing!
4. Valle de Vinales
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5,984 reviews
Reviewed By DavidSMT - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
During my stay in Viñales I could enjoy the valley doing different activities, horse riding, bike riding, trekking... Everything was amazing and you really enjoy of one the best nature views of Cuba.
5. Plaza Mayor
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,903 reviews
Reviewed By Rhod007 - London, United Kingdom
Plaza Mayor is a beautiful square at the heart of Trinidad,the most beautiful city in Cuba and also in the Caribbean.All Trinidad is walkable and Plaza Maaaayor should be your first visit to attend the church and the museums. Then you should go back at sunset for more photographs and for dinner at one of the restaurants on the central steps where street musicians provide the entertainment
6. Alejandro de Humboldt National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 59 reviews
The largest virgin forests in the country is a home to many unique reptiles, mammals, amphibians and birds.
Reviewed By LindaA104 - Winnipeg, Canada
There are two hiking excursion options available from Baracoa: the gruelling El Yunque or the manageable Parque Alejandro de Humboldt (what I call El Yunque ‘Lite’). I don’t regret choosing the latter, ..ideal on a dry day while armed with good hiking footwear. My walking shoes were adequate on these trails which are always slick, even when it’s not raining. The rich, red clay paths take you through lush forests that ascend and descend, sometimes steeply and with few supports, as you make your way through the mountainous area. Our guide, Joseah, was keen-eyed and knowledgeable. He quickly pointed out endemic plants, the world’s smallest frog (Monte Iberia eleuth), a Cuban Racer snake, a tree frog, millipedes, and the song of the Cuban Solitaire. A number of birds were heard in the forest, but rarely seen. The hike ends at a river that eventually empties into the Bahía de Taco. At this stopping point, seemingly in the middle of nowhere, a vendor sells samples of local fruit for $1.00 CUC. We were then given thirty minutes of free time where my companions chose to go swimming while I went a short distance down the river to photograph birds. Later, for a small ‘consideration’, the vendor’s ox delivered us by cart through a number of river bends, to a place close to where we began our trek, and just in time for the rain. During the return trip, a quick stop is made at the small Museo de Alejandro de Humboldt, followed by free time at the outdoor bar at Playa Maguana, where one can swim, enjoy refreshments, or both. Note that a good paladar (Victor’s) is situated across the road if you require something more substantial. Be advised that the road to the Parque is awful so a hired car or excursion vehicle is recommended. Also, if you’re not sure-footed, this trek may not be for you. Fortunately, it was for me and was a highlight of my travels to the Oriente. TIP: Bring insect repellent, water and perhaps a snack. Food is not provided during this five hour excursion.
7. Guardalavaca Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,343 reviews
Reviewed By willychel - Toronto, Canada
Took the $5 Guardelavaca Hop in Hop Off Bus for $5 cuc, went down at Guardelavaca Flea Market then took a Calesa going to the Beach. Warm water, white sand and Torquise water. You can walk till the end and take some pictures in a cave, rocks and coconut trees.
8. Varadero Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20,912 reviews
Reviewed By maplestone5 - Penetanguishene, Canada
The long stretch of beach in Varadero is perhaps one of the most beautiful beaches in the world! Water is crystal clear, the beach is white sand and seemingly endless, and of course, the Cuban culture adds to the charm of this most amazing place. When visiting, please respect the beauty of this pristine beach. Don't spoil it with littered cigarette butts and discarded plastic cups in the sand......there are plenty of garbage cans to keep the beach clean. Remember that you are a guest, in a country that has its own issues to deal with......please don't add to their difficulties. Embrace the waves, absorb the culture, dream in the most amazing sunsets, and be respectful of the beauty that warmly welcomed you.
9. Bay of Pigs
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 146 reviews
The Bahia de Cochinos is, of course, where the U.S. staged a failed invasion of Cuba.
Reviewed By Bidule005 - France, null
We went to the bahía de Cochinos, where an attempted landing by sea and military invasion of Cuba by Cuban exiles supported by the United States took place in April 196. An emblematic place in Cuban history
10. Ancon Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 3,771 reviews
Reviewed By mefistome - Toronto, Canada
Beautiful Ancon beach! Calm warm waters, three klms of white sand to walk enjoying the southing breeze, the murmur of the sea and the scorching sun. Don’t mis the white crayfish digging caves in the sand. Crowded on Sundays with the locals having BBQ, not so much on weekdays. Take a couple sandwiches, a big bottle of juice or water, your favorite book and head for the beach. The restaurants at the hotels are for customers only – people staying all inclusive - and the kiosks where food is sold can be very expensive. If you are staying in Trinidad, the beach it’s only 15 klms away, you can take the Tourist Double deck Bus downtown Trinidad, make sure to keep your ticket for the return trip, and it will take you there in about 45 minutes. The timetables are posted on the windshield of the bus, most tourists take a photo with their cellphone to remember the times. The first bus leaves Trinidad for the beach at 9am; the last one returning to the city leaves the beach at 6pm, not recommended it can be very noisy and crowded. You may also take a “collective Taxi,” up to four people. If you are taken by the tranquility, the calming sound of the waves, and the tranquility that surrounds you and want to see the sunset be sure to arrange for a taxi to pick you up; after 6pm. there’s no bus service to Trinidad. There’s a Coral Reef nearby and boats to take you there diving or snorkeling; they are available at the kiosk beside the Coco Bar; pedal boats can also be rented with guides aboard. The blue seats on the sand are for Hotel guests only however you may rent them or walk up to the far side of the beach and use the Palm-Huts that are free. Enjoy a sunset at the beach it could be unforgettable.
