Visiting Cuba - Suggestions for holidays, trains, itineraries, day-trips, and sightseeing from someone who has lived and traveled extensively in Cuba
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Havana is by far the most lively city in Cuba. You’ll find a nice assortment of bars and clubs. However, there is quite a distinction between touristy spots and places where locals go. The prices are the most visible difference!
Tourist Spots
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* Tropicana
The most famous club in Cuba. A bit formal and a decent show, but their money (from 60 CUC), the show is probably not worth it.
* Kopa Room
Similar to the Tropicana – pricy!
* Casa de la Musica
They have two locations in Havana. One in Miramar, the other on the street in the center of Galliano. Lots of fun, with dancing and li;ve Cuban music. Entrance costs about 5 pesos, the night of 15-25 (depending on the group) in Miramar. In the Galiano location, entrance free,
Addresses:
* Calle 20 esquina 35 Miramar / Playa Calle 20 esquina 35
* Calle Galiano between Concordia and Neptuno. Centro Habana. Tel: (7) 8608296 (“Miramar”) Tel: (7) 8608296 ( “Galiano”)
Places for Locals
* Tropikal
Address: 41 y 46, Playa
Huge outdoor disco. Every weekend you’ll find a famous band. Entrance is much cheaper entrance than in the Casa de la Musica.
For Cubans – 5 CUC, for tourists, 20 CUC.
Thankfully, few tourists.
* El Chevere
Nice place. There is a swimming pool, small club, then discotheque. Entrance is 12 pesos: included an open bar and dinner. You have to come early to take a table.
* Almaneser
Located at the intersection at Malecon with Linea (near gas station). There, a small cabaret and disco stands. Entrance is 5 pesos: a cocktail included.
* Imahen
Located on the street Calsada between D and E. Small Karaoke bar.
* Cafe Kantante
Located near the Revolution Square.
* Casalta
Located right near the bridge Almendares (at the place where Linea passes 31 street). Dancing there is not very much, but it has a very cool vibe.
Entrance is 10 pesos with an open bar.
