El Templete, Havana

Name: El Templete
Address: 12-14 Ave Carlos Manuel Céspedes (Avenue del Puerto), Havana, Cuba
Telephone: +53 7 8668807

#33 among attractions in Havana

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Built in 1827, El Templete commemorates the site of the first mass and town council of San Cristóbal de la Habana celebrated on November 16, 1519. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: NeoclassicismCoordinates: 23°8'26"N, 82°20'56"W

Address

12-14 Ave Carlos Manuel Céspedes (Avenue del Puerto)La Habana ViejaHavana Cuba

Contact

+53 7 8668807

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El Templete – 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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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is El Templete open?

El Templete is open:

Monday 12 pm - 12 am
Tuesday 12 pm - 12 am
Wednesday 12 pm - 12 am
Thursday 12 pm - 12 am
Friday 12 pm - 12 am
Saturday 12 pm - 12 am
Sunday 12 pm - 12 am

Which popular attractions are close to El Templete?

Nearby attractions include Castillo de la Real Fuerza, Havana (2 min walk), Palacio de los Capitanes Generales, Havana (3 min walk), Museo de Arte Colonial, Havana (5 min walk), Casa De Africa, Havana (5 min walk).

How to get to El Templete by public transport?

The nearest stations to El Templete:

Bus

Muelle Caballeria • Lines: 15, 8, A27, A66, A68, P5 (2 min walk)
Muelle Caballería • Lines: A16 (2 min walk)

Train

Casablanca (8 min walk)
Central Railway Station (21 min walk)