Havana For You
Habana
You can to book with us the Excursion Havana for you. This city has several titles that make it famous as World Heritage since 1982 and that of wonder city, 2017. It is one of the cities with the most important buildings for Cuban culture and society. For that reason, to walk its streets, to be ruffled in a classic convertible car, are pleasures that it offers.
You will walk through its colonial area, squares, forts and buildings dating from the sixteenth to the nineteenth centuries. In addition, the buildings of the twentieth century, such as the Capitol, after its restoration, will be a unique experience.
Havana Club rum distinguishes between Cuban rums for its quality and for years of history. Made from sugar cane, in this museum you can see in miniature the whole process of distillation. It will be an exchange with specialists on the origin of the brand and the development of production. You can also taste an excellent Cuban drink.
If there is an element that cannot be separated from Cuban culture, the same as rum, is tobacco. The factories of this crop are common throughout Cuba, but in Havana there are more. In these factories the best cigars of the world are made of important brands such as Cohíba, Partagás or Montecristi. Enjoy the aromas, the twisted by hand and the readers of cigar shops will be in your memory on this trip.
The Old Havana is one of the most beautiful municipalities in the Cuban capital. It is also the oldest part of the city and where there are more museums and heritage buildings. In addition, the proximity to the sea led to two types of cities, intramural and extramural. Both you can know in this tour. The fortresses, the squares, the typical characters of the streets of Havana and art will walk with you all the time. Between colors, smells and the landscape of its streets you will find the wonder of Havana, for you.
In the twentieth century, the Cuban intelligentsia found a meeting place in this old inn. The good taste of the food and the proximity to the printing press of a Cuban newspaper was the ideal pretext. Among the first regulars is Nicolás Guillén, who wrote several poems and texts there. In addition, he called for most of his friends and everyone who wanted to see him. The place became famous and colorful and distinguished by the excellent mojito. That you will also try.
Two large sculptures, at the foot of the stairs will receive you. You will see impressive doors, a room where you lose your steps and the diamond that marks the zero kilometer of Cuba. This former seat of government is one of the most important works built in the 20th century. He has now finished part of his restoration and is already open to his curiosity and knowledge. Between so much power and so much gold ink you will be shocked.
The University of Havana is the second house of high studies in Cuba. Many generations of professionals have retraced their steps. Scene of different revolutionary manifestations such as those led by Julio A. Mella and Fidel Castro. At the top of the university hill you can see the Alma Mater sculpture, emblem of the university.
The Plaza de la Revolución that lies before you is a center of great historical events in Cuba. It was built during the mandate of Fulgencio Batista and also has an important monument to José Martí. There every May Day, the working people meet and parade and without hesitation, is a symbol of Havana.
First of all, remember that we are in the tropics, so you should wear light clothes. Also wear sunscreen, sunglasses, comfortable shoes, hat or cap. Put in your backpack a bottle of water, an umbrella or rain jacket, just in case it rains, and your camera. You can also bring some candies or light foods.