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Cuba

Centro Habana / Havana's lively heart

MeowScore 😾63/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😻
🚗 Traffic density 😾
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😻
🌳 Parks and greenery 😿
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸
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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Centro Habana is generally affordable, especially compared to other popular tourist destinations. Prices for food, transportation, and accommodations are reasonable, but some tourist attractions may have higher entrance fees.

Explore local markets for souvenirs and try street food for a cheap meal. Bring cash and negotiate prices when shopping.

Usual visit duration

2-4 days

Short stay for sightseeing

Usual visit duration

2-4 days

Short stay for sightseeing

Centro Habana doesn't have as much to see as other Cuban cities, but it's still worth a visit.

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Cuba

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Cuba

Cash only, splitting the bill not common, some places accept credit cards.

internet situation

bad Speed

Very slow internet speeds

meh Availability

Internet is available but not everywhere

good Cellular

Decent cellular coverage but speed is slow

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

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A cat's dream: narrow streets, crumbling buildings and the smell of fish from the sea. Welcome to Centro Habana!

Meow! Rooftop views, lively markets and salsa beats. Centro Habana is purrfect for curious cats.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Gran Teatro de La Habana
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Plaza de la Revolución
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Museo de la Revolución
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Malecón
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El Capitolio

The mainstream

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Gran Teatro de La Habana

A beautiful theater with neoclassical architecture that hosts ballet and opera performances. Cats can pretend to be stage performers and sing their hearts out.

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Plaza de la Revolución

A large public square known for its iconic image of Che Guevara on a nearby Ministry of the Interior building. Cats can climb the nearby trees for a better view.

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Museo de la Revolución

A museum dedicated to the history of the Cuban Revolution. Cats can learn about the country's past while basking in the sun on the museum's lawn.

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Malecón

A scenic ocean drive with stunning views of the sea and colorful buildings. Cats can watch the waves crash against the Malecón and hunt for fish.

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El Capitolio

A grand historic building that resembles the U.S. Capitol. Cats can lounge in the surrounding gardens and admire the impressive architecture.

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Mindful meoweler tips

Get lost (but not really!) in the streets of Centro Habana

Centro Habana is a bustling neighborhood full of locals, so take some time to roam its streets and alleys to get a feel for the real Havana. Just make sure to keep track of your surroundings!

Try some traditional Cuban street food

Centro Habana is full of little street vendors selling delicious snacks like churros, empanadas, and roasted peanuts. Give them a try and experience the local cuisine!

Visit the Callejon de Hammel

This vibrant alley is covered in bright murals and sculptures, and is a hub for Afro-Cuban culture. Keep an eye out for live music and dance performances as well!

Useful external sites

cuba-junky.com/havana/centro_havana.html

Cuba Junky↗

Travel guide for Cuba and Centro Havana

havanatimes.org

Havana Times↗

Independent news source for Havana and Cuba

www.booking.com/city/cu/centro-habana.en-gb.html

Booking.com↗

Accommodation booking site with options in Centro Habana

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