Barrio de San Lázaro, Havana

#48 among attractions in Havana

Street, Modernist architecture, Neoclassical architecture

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Barrio de San Lázaro is one of the first neighbourhoods in Havana, Cuba. It initially occupied the area bounded by Calle Infanta to the west, Calle Zanja to the south, Calle Belascoáin to the east, and the Gulf of Mexico to the north, forming the western edge of Centro Habana. According to the 1855 Ordenanzas Municipales of the city of Havana, Barrio San Lázaro was the Tercer Distrito and was Barrio No. 8. ()

Coordinates: 23°8'26"N, 82°22'16"W

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Barrio de San Lázaro – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museum of the Revolution, Gran Teatro de La Habana, Havana Plan Piloto, Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes.

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Grand museum with historical exhibits
Museum of the Revolution, Havana
24 min walk • The Museum of the Revolution, nestled in the heart of Havana, Cuba, stands as a poignant testament to the country's tumultuous history. Housed in the former Presidential Palace, the museum's ornate architecture, complete with its illustrious dome, is a sight to behold.
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Ornate 19th-century concert hall
Gran Teatro de La Habana, Havana
21 min walk • The Gran Teatro de La Habana, also known as the Gran Teatro de La Habana Alicia Alonso in honor of the iconic Cuban ballerina, stands as a majestic testament to Cuba's rich cultural heritage. Located in the heart of Havana, this opulent theater is one of the city's...
0.9 miE
Neoclassical architecture, Modernist architecture, Nightlife
Havana Plan Piloto, Havana
23 min walk • The Havana Plan Piloto is a testament to the ambitious urban planning of mid-20th century Cuba, designed to modernize the city of Havana. Conceived in 1955, this comprehensive urban plan was a response to the city's rapid growth and the need for improved...
0.9 miE
Expansive collection of Cuban artworks
Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, Havana
23 min walk • The Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes in Havana, Cuba, is a beacon of culture and a treasure trove of artistic expression in the heart of the Caribbean. Established in 1913, this prestigious institution is home to the largest collection of Cuban visual arts and a...
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Nightlife, Restaurant
La Bodeguita del Medio, Havana
31 min walk • La Bodeguita del Medio, nestled in the heart of Havana, Cuba, is more than just a restaurant; it is a cultural icon, a pilgrimage site for lovers of Cuban cuisine, music, and the arts. This legendary establishment, which has stood since 1942, is famous for its...
0.9 miE
Commemorative site with Castro's boat
Granma Yacht, Havana
23 min walk • 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.
0.9 miE
Architecture
Bacardi Building, Havana
23 min walk • The Bacardi Building is an Art Deco Havana landmark designed by the architects Esteban Rodríguez-Castells and Rafael Fernández Ruenes and completed in 1930.
0.8 miE
Park
Parque Central, Havana
21 min walk • The Parque Central, Havana is one of the best known and central sites of the city of Havana, Cuba. It is located between Prado, Neptuno, Zulueta and San José streets, and San Rafael Boulevard.
0.8 miE
Theater, Opera, Neoclassical architecture
Tacón Theatre, Havana
21 min walk • The Teatro Tacón opened in 1838 in Havana, Cuba. Its auditorium contained 2,750 seats. It was built by Pancho Martí, a businessman from Barcelona who moved to Havana. In 1847 Bottesini's opera Cristoforo Colombo premiered there.
1.5 miSW
Concerts and shows, Theater
National Theatre of Cuba, Havana
38 min walk • The Teatro Nacional de Cuba is a theatre building in Havana, Cuba, on Plaza de la Revolución.
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Memorial
José Martí, Havana
23 min walk • The José Martí Anti-Imperialist Platform is a public event venue located in the Plaza de la Dignidad, across the street from the Embassy of the United States in Havana. It was opened in April 2000.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Barrio de San Lázaro?

Nearby attractions include Malecón, Havana (6 min walk), Hospital de San Lázaro, Havana (7 min walk), Callejón de Hámel, Havana (8 min walk), Edificio del Seguro Médico, Havana (17 min walk).

How to get to Barrio de San Lázaro by public transport?

The nearest stations to Barrio de San Lázaro:

Bus

Piquera Empresa de Servicios a la Aviación Civil SERVAC (12 min walk)
Hotel Deauville • Lines: T1 (13 min walk)

Train

Central Railway Station (33 min walk)
Terminal La Coubre (37 min walk)