Old Havana, Havana

Name: Old Havana
Address: Havana, Cuba

#96 among attractions in Havana

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Old Havana is the city-center and one of the 15 municipalities forming Havana, Cuba. It has the second highest population density in the city and contains the core of the original city of Havana. The positions of the original Havana city walls are the modern boundaries of Old Havana. ()

Local name: La Habana Vieja Unesco: from 1982Area: 1.93 mi²Coordinates: 23°8'9"N, 82°21'30"W

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Old Havana – 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.

0.4 miN
Grand museum with historical exhibits
Museum of the Revolution, Havana
11 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.
~520 ftNW
Ornate 19th-century concert hall
Gran Teatro de La Habana, Havana
3 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...
0.6 miNE
Baroque-style Catholic cathedral
Havana Cathedral, Havana
15 min walk • Havana Cathedral, officially known as Catedral de San Cristóbal, is one of the most iconic landmarks in the heart of Old Havana, Cuba. This stunning example of Baroque architecture instantly captivates with its asymmetrical towers and richly decorated façade.
~0 ftN
Neoclassical architecture, Modernist architecture, Nightlife
Havana Plan Piloto, Havana
1 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...
1.6 miSW
Sport venue, Sport
Estadio Latinoamericano, Havana
43 min walk • The Estadio Latinoamericano stands as a monument to the passion for baseball in Havana, Cuba. Known as "The Colossus of Cerro," this iconic sports venue is the largest stadium in Cuba and one of the most important in Latin America.
~690 ftE
Church, Neoclassical architecture
Iglesia Santo Cristo del Buen Viaje, Havana
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Havana, the Iglesia Santo Cristo del Buen Viaje stands as a testament to the city's rich religious and architectural heritage. This historic church, located in the bustling neighborhood of the same name, is a cherished landmark with a storied...
~1680 ftN
Expansive collection of Cuban artworks
Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, Havana
9 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...
0.5 miNE
Nightlife, Restaurant
La Bodeguita del Medio, Havana
14 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...
~1870 ftN
Commemorative site with Castro's boat
Granma Yacht, Havana
10 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.
0.5 miE
Hispanic colonial architecture, Historical place, Square
Plaza Vieja, Havana
14 min walk • The Plaza Vieja is a plaza located in Old Havana, Cuba. The plaza and its surroundings are also one of the seven consejos populares of the municipality of Old Havana. It has a residential population of 17,426.
~1120 ftN
Architecture
Bacardi Building, Havana
6 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.

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Which popular attractions are close to Old Havana?

Nearby attractions include Paseo del Prado, Havana (3 min walk), Gran Teatro de La Habana, Havana (3 min walk), Tacón Theatre, Havana (3 min walk), Parque Central, Havana (3 min walk).

How to get to Old Havana by public transport?

The nearest stations to Old Havana:

Bus

Parada 27 • Lines: 15, 222, 23, A27 (3 min walk)
Gran Teatro de La Habana • Lines: T1 (3 min walk)

Train

Central Railway Station (13 min walk)
Terminal La Coubre (17 min walk)