Cuba Attractions
The Caribbean island of Cuba is famous for its hip-swivelling salsa and hand-rolled cigars, but it also has a lot more to offer. If you’re getting ready to explore the Cuban archipelago, check out this list for ideas on what to do during your holiday.
Beaches in Cuba:
- Stroll down Varadero Beach for a nearly uninterrupted 20 kilometre stretch of sand, you’re bound to find the perfect spot!
- Take a dip into the transparent waters at Cayo Coco and keep an eye out for groups of flamingos in the area.
- For family fun, head out to Playa Ensenachos for calm and crystal clear waters where the tide is gentle and safe for everyone.
- Find your way to one of the small cays on the north-eastern coast for some time away from the busier beaches.
Cuba activities:
- Go rock climbing up one of 60 routes at the Viñales Valley!
- Hike to the highest peak of Pico Turquino for breathtaking views of the coast and the Caribbean Sea.
- Get your adrenaline fix by going white water rafting down the wide river of Río Toa.
- Go scuba diving or snorkelling at Maria La Gorda to experience the sublime underwater life around the island.
Cuba nightlife:
- Dance the night away at one of the nightclubs dotted around Havana. With salsa, mambo, cha-cha-chá and rumba, there are plenty of percussive beats and styles to enjoy.
- Unwind at a bar and sample some of that famous Cuban rum by sipping on a mojito cocktail, a daiquiris or a cuba libre.
- Visit the outdoor Tropicana for a cabaret show that you can watch under the stars!
Other popular attractions on holidays in Cuba:
- Go back in time as you explore the restored paths and alleyways of Old Havana, with colonial-era buildings at every corner!
- Spend some time checking out the colourful sculptures and murals at Callejón de Hammel.
- Contemplate the rich political history of this island at Monumento Ernesto Che Guevara, which is crowned with a huge sculpture of the revolutionary.
- Take a quiet moment of reflection at the atmospheric cathedral of San Cristobal.
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