Granma Yacht, Havana

Name: Granma Yacht
Address: Havana, Cuba

#26 among attractions in Havana

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Granma is the yacht that was used to transport 82 fighters of the Cuban Revolution from Mexico to Cuba in November 1956 for the purpose of overthrowing the regime of Fulgencio Batista. The 60-foot diesel-powered cabin cruiser was built in 1943 by Wheeler Shipbuilding of Brooklyn, New York, as a light armored target practice boat, US Navy C-1994 and modified postwar to accommodate 12 people. "Granma", in English, is an affectionate term for a grandmother; the yacht is said to have been named for the previous owner's grandmother. ()

Local name: Granma Coordinates: 23°8'27"N, 82°21'25"W

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Granma Yacht – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museum of the Revolution, Gran Teatro de La Habana, Havana Cathedral, Havana Plan Piloto.

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Grand museum with historical exhibits
Museum of the Revolution, Havana
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Ornate 19th-century concert hall
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Baroque-style Catholic cathedral
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~1870 ftS
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Havana Plan Piloto, Havana
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Palacio de los Capitanes Generales, Havana
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~1940 ftN
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~1700 ftS
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~190 ftS
Expansive collection of Cuban artworks
Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, Havana
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~1580 ftE
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Architecture
Bacardi Building, Havana
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Granma Yacht?

Nearby attractions include Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, Havana (1 min walk), Museo Nacional de Historia Natural Cubana, Havana (2 min walk), Museum of the Revolution, Havana (2 min walk), Bacardi Building, Havana (4 min walk).

How to get to Granma Yacht by public transport?

The nearest stations to Granma Yacht:

Bus

P 11 • Lines: A40 (1 min walk)
Museo Bellas Artes • Lines: A16, A40 (2 min walk)

Train

Central Railway Station (20 min walk)
Casablanca (20 min walk)