What to do in Trip to Cienfuegos, Cuba

Easy Booking Cuba invites you to take a trip to Cienfuegos. Is known as the Pearl of the South, is located inside a natural bay. This city, is the exponent of Cuban culture whit indescribable natural and architectural riches. Cienfuegos is really beautiful, the architecture of its buildings, the boardwalk and the beautiful bay attest to that. Its blue sea that when the sun is hidden seems a calm lake, identifies it. We recommend you travel in a rental car to enjoy your free time better in Cuba.

Guanaroca lagoon has a beautiful legend. You can see different species of birds. The pink flamingo is one of its main attractions. In this place, there is also Martín Infierno Cave, in which there is the largest stalagmite in the world. On the road to Trinidad you can find Villa Guajimico, direct contact with nature. It is the center of diving less crowded but richer in species and diversity. The warm and transparent waters of the south coast show you an unbeatable seabed. The Coral reefs in Cienfuegos are really beautiful. The sponges and the colonies of multicolored fish fit the magic place.

Trip to Cienfuegos. World Heritage City.

Cienfuegos has valuable natural and historical attractions, with notable French influence in its architecture. Its historic center was declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2005.

Foundation of Cienfuegos.

Cienfuegos was founded on 1819, its origin is due to the French emigrant Louis D’Clouet. He invited 40 French families to settle in this region to increase the white population. They devoted part of their fortune to the construction of unique eclectic buildings of French architecture. Nowadays these constructions constitute today the tangible heritage of the city.

Tourist Interest in trip to Cienfuegos.

Cienfuegos is a tourist resort that has gradually developed. Has managed to be inserted among the most visited destinations in the country. Its Jagua bay is one of its valuable attributes, an ideal space for the practice of nautical activities. It has the largest coral reef of the Caribbean, named Notre Dame for its similar formation that impresses a French cathedral. Hiking and nature tourism find its place in Nicho, attractive spot of waterfalls and crystal clear pools.

City tourism is another of the options to be exploited in this region, with a high patrimonial value. The conservation of its architecture and its history is additional experience to discover. Cienfuegos is a city where circuit tourism is predominant, customers spend an average of 1 to 2 days. It has a moderate tropical climate and oceanic mass influence, temperatures range between 16 and 28 ºC.

Provincial Museum.

An eclectic building characteristic of architecture in the city is located on 54th Avenue No 2702. Built between 1891 and 1893 as the headquarters of the Spanish Casino, and has a beautiful inner courtyard. It treasure collections of porcelain and high-end glassware Tiffani or Gregory, which belonged to wealthy families of the city. You can also appreciate bronze pieces cast in wax, marble and carved alabaster.

Fortress of Our Lady of Jagua.

This fortress, considered the third most important on the island. Is located in the Nuclear City and dates back to 1745. Surrounded by a village of pescaresu moat and lift bridge, this castle is an attractive place in the city. Inside you can find a museum and even a restaurant, but the special thing is the view of the sea. From nowhere else will you have the opportunity to appreciate the beauty of this stock bay.

Trip to Cienfuegos. Palace of the Valley.

On the north side of the city, known as Punta Gorda, you will find this idyllic palace. Of two floors and with the characteristic style of the buildings of the city, you have three towers. According to history the right symbolizes strength, the center thereligion and the left the love. Its owner was one of the most affluent of the center of the country. After his death his wife sold him to Batista. This turned him into the casino of the Hotel Jagua. Today is a restaurant.

Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception.

It´s located on 56th Avenue, near to José Martí Park. Cienfuegos cathedral is majestic. Its neoclassical façade dates back to 1869. Its French stained glass windows of 12 apostles in each chapel. The two towers and the Christ on the altar characterize it.

Arc de Triomphe.

You can find it on 56th Avenue, in the eastern part of José Martí Park. This park is declared a National Monument and Cultural Heritage, in its two marble lions welcome you. It was designed in honor of the city’s children: the Commander of the Liberation Army Manolo Cepero and Doctor Carlos Trujillo. If you walk through its roundabout you will see the triumphal arch. It was built by the birth of the Republic in 1902. This arch is unique in Cuba, here is a Apostle José Martí sculpture molded in marble.

Other Sites of Interest in Trip to Cienfuegos.

You can also visit in the city sites such as: the House of the Founder, statue of Benny, Club Cienfueguero. Other options are the Blue Palace, the Punta, the Reina cemetery, the Nuclear Plant and the Guanaroca Lagoon. There is also the Dolphinarium where you can enjoy an interactive show. Even if you want a refreshing bath with dolphins.

Traditional Celebrations of Cienfuegos.

Cienfuegos is a city rich in culture and tradition. Different activities are celebrated during the year. The most important are the week of Cienfuegos culture in April and the Cienfuegos carnival in August. The biennial Benny Moré and the Procession are also held, in November and December respectively. Pays tribute to the protector of the city, the Lady of the Immaculate Conception.

Common services.

The most common services for the inhabitants are located around 54th Avenue popularly known as the Boulevard of the city. This is the modern center of Cienfuegos and where you can find supermarkets, banks, specialized stores, art gallery, among others.

Names of the Streets.

In Cienfuegos yours streets were named with consecutive numbers and the main ones have been differentiated as Avenue. Among the most significant are:

46th Avenue, 48th Avenue, 54th Avenue (known as the Boulevard), 56th Avenue, 58th Avenue, 60th Avenue.

Information of interest in Trip to Cienfuegos.

Immigration.

• Name. Immigration Office.
• Address: Street 46 # 2901, between 29 and 31 (Aduana building), Cienfuegos.
• Telephone: 43536444, 43554437.
• Schedule. 8-16 from Monday to Saturday.

Access to the Internet and Telephones, ETECSA.

• Name. ETECSA.
• Telephone: 43515253.
• Address: Street 31 No 5402 between Avenue 54 and 56.
• Schedule. 8.30-19 from Monday to Saturday and Sunday until 5:00 p.m.

Bookshop.

• Name: La Fernandina.
• Address: Street 37 No 4404 between Avenue 44 and 46.
• Telephone: 43517037.
• Schedule. 10-20 from Monday to Friday, 8-12 Saturday.

Health Assistance for Tourists in Trip to Cienfuegos.

• Name: International Clinic.
• Address: 10th Avenue between 37th and 39th streets.
• Telephone: 43551622.
• Schedule. 24/24.
• It also has an International Pharmacy 24 hours a day.

Banks in Trip to Cienfuegos.

Bank of Credit and Commerce BANDEC.

• Address: Corner 56th Avenue and 31st Street.
• Telephone: 43516535.
• Schedule. 9-17 from Monday to Friday.

Bank Popular of Ahorro BPA.

• Address: Corner of Avenue 54 and Street 31.
• Telephone: 43518355.
• Schedule. 9-17 from Monday to Friday.

Bank Financial Internacional BFI.

• Address: Esquina Avenue 54y Street 29.
• Telephone: 43551625.
• Schedule. 9-17 from Monday to Friday.

CADECA Exchange House.

• Address: Avenue 64 y 59.
• Telephone: 43552164.
• Schedule. 8-17 from Monday to Friday.

Postal Services. Travel to Cienfuegos.

• Name: Post Office.
• Address: Avenue56 between Street 35 and 37a.
• Schedule. 9-17 from Monday to Friday.

Excursions and what things to do in Travel to Cienfuegos.

In this city you will enjoy an unbeatable stay. We suggest several activities that you should not miss in our excursion link:

Private Houses and Hotels to stay in Cienfuegos.

To stay in the city you can choose between a variety of hotels and private houses, BnB or Casas Particulares clicking on the corresponding link

Restaurants in Cienfuegos.

Cienfuegos is not only a city rich in architecture and tradition, the culinary culture has roots in this southern coast. Newly created restaurants managed by the non-state sector have increased the options in this city.

Las Mamparas Restaurant.

Calle 37 # 4004 between Avenida 40 and 44, Cienfuegos. Cuba

“Las Mamparas” has a great menu of national and international food, but its specialties are Cuban creole food. A good dish of beans, rice in abundance, roast pork and tostones (fried banana) will conquer your palate. Its name is closely related to the decoration, ancient glass doors that separated the rooms in the colonial houses.

The place has gained the acceptance of its clients, if you happen to see that it is indeed quite crowded. The quality and competitiveness of the service, prices, have placed it among the preference. If your economy is tight, visit it.

Lagarto Villa Restaurant.

Calle 35 # 4b between Avenue 0 and Litoral

Lagarto Villa Restaurant is a place with a pleasant and spacious atmosphere. It offers an a la carte service of Cuban and international cuisine. Among the specialties of the house are the skewers composed of skewers with pork, shrimp and vegetables. The approximate price per person ranges between $ 10.00 CUC and $ 18.00 CUC. Open every day in the schedule between 12:00 and 23:00 hours.

Their service is really professional and very fast. It is one of the best occupations of the palates of the city, a place that deserves to be visited.

Finca de Mar Restaurant.

35th Street between 18 and 20 Avenue.

If you come with a short budget it is not advisable to eat here. But if you like fish and seafood, it is worth making an effort and depriving yourself of something else. The prices are a little higher than others, but your menu is unbeatable. The dishes range from $ 10.00 CUC to $ 20.00 CUC per person. Specialized in fish and seafood, the dishes of octopus and lobster are the most demanded. The place is very busy, especially for international tourism. Also the national tourism is less face-to-face, not because of the prices. The difference is not so much, I would say that by culinary culture.

Doña Nora Restaurant. Trip to Cienfuegos

37th Street between 42 and 44 Avenue, in the Prado.

At Doña Nora Restaurant you can enjoy a nice breakfast, a snack, lunch, or dinner; depending on the schedule of your visit. It offers service from 8:00 to 15:00 hrs. and from 18:00 to 23:00 hrs. Its gastronomy is varied. The specialty is the grilled meats; the mixed grill is the most requested. Is exquisitely decorated, composed of several types of meat such as pork, beef and chicken. It is the main dish of the place. It is located on the first floor of a building in the meadow, so the space is not its strength. They also placed tables on the balcony, it is the best area. There is natural ventilation and you can observe the movement of the street.

Te quedará (You Will Stay) Restaurant.

54 Avenue between 35 and 37 Streets, Cienfuegos. Cuba

This place is very particular and characteristic, as its name indicates it was created in homage to Benny Moré. The interiors are very well decorated: allegorical photographs of the mambo in its walls, classic columns and a great wooden bar. The staff is very friendly and the food exquisite. Absolutely to taste! It have an unbeatable location, in the center of the Boulevard. You can admire the lively city from your balcony listening to Benny songs or cleaning your palate with a cocktail.

Where to Shop in Trip to Cienfuegos.

Along the Boulevard from the Prado Promenade to the José Martí Park there are varieties of shops. In these where you can buy products of toilet, jewelry, crafts, clothing and footwear, beach and food items.

If you want to buy tobacco, rum and coffee, you can get to the corner of 54 Avenue and 33th street. In a friendly and welcoming environment where they will recommend the best brands produced in the country.

Nightlife and fun in Trip to Cienfuegos.

The musical culture of Cienfuegos comes from the cradle. One of his closest sons, Benny or the Bárbaro del Ritmo (Barbarous of Rhythm), also known as that, idealized it in one of his songs. A city with great exponents of culture in general has options for all the tastes. You can have a drink, dance, meet people or enjoy a beautiful sunset.

Benny Moré Cultural Center of the Arts.

It is located on 56th Avenue. You can enjoy traditional Cuban music, with a dance floor and bar. Tuesdays are dedicated to Benny.

Gardens of the UNEAC.

On 25th Street No 5413, an ideal place to enjoy traditional Cuban music, trova and Afro-Cuban music. In addition you can enjoy live bands and local orchestras.

Tomás Terry Theater in Trip to Cienfuegos.

Concerts or plays, a show, not to be missed. The majestic building itself, is already a revelation of art. Conceived in the style of Roman coliseums, horseshoe-shaped and decorated by three artistic mosaics of the Salvatti Venetian house. It also exhibits the colored masks of the three graces: Talía (comedy and idyll), Euterpe (music) and Melpomene (tragedy). Today this theater is the pride of the people of Cienfuegos.

The Benny Disco Club.

You can spend the sole of your shoes, since 22:00 and until 3:00 hrs. Will be enjoy dance music very varied, from pop, salsa, merengue and even some of son. You can laugh and have a good time, in the boulevard of the city, the main artery of Cienfuegos.

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