- Latin American New Cinema Festival. A popular event held every December, screening international films and drawing around 500,000 people.
- Take a tour in an old car. Be driven around Havana in style. Choose a car you like near the Hotel Inglaterra or outside the Museum of the Revolution. ~US$20-30/hr for up to 4 people. (updated Jun 2017)
Havana travel guide
Plan a trip to Havana, Cuba — things to do, where to stay, food, transport, and local tips. Start with Museum of the Revolution, National Capitol Building, Partagás Cigar factory, Havana Club Rum Museum.
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Stays in Havana
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Compare hotels and apartments in Havana — neighbourhood vibe, price, and walkability in one search.
- Stay near a metro line if you plan museum-hopping days.
- Read recent reviews for noise — central streets can be loud at night.
- Flexible cancellation helps when flight times shift.
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Flights in Havana
Aviasales
Find flights into Havana and compare fares across airlines in one place.
- Compare nearby airports — sometimes a short train ride beats a pricey hub.
- Midweek departures are often cheaper than Friday/Sunday peaks.
- Set a flexible ±3 day search when your dates can move.
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Experiences in Havana
Klook
Tours, food walks, day trips and city activities around Havana — book ahead and skip the guesswork.
- Book popular tours early in peak season — small-group slots go first.
- Day trips often include hotel pickup; check the meeting point.
- Look for free-cancellation options if the weather looks unstable.
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Tickets in Havana
Tiqets
Skip lines and grab attraction tickets for Havana — museums, landmarks, and city passes.
- Book popular museums and towers ahead — timed slots sell out on weekends.
- Mobile tickets are usually scanned at the gate; keep offline screenshots as backup.
- Combo passes can be cheaper when you plan 2–3 big sights in one day.
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Transfers in Havana
Kiwitaxi
Private airport and city transfers for Havana — fixed price, driver waiting for you.
- Pre-book airport transfers when landing late or with heavy luggage.
- Meet-and-greet at arrivals beats hunting taxis after a long flight.
- Confirm child seats / extra stops when you reserve.
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Cars in Havana
GetRentacar
Rent a car around Havana for day trips and countryside — flexible pickup options.
- Compare full-to-full fuel policies — they save hassle at return.
- Check congestion / limited-traffic zones before driving into historic centres.
- Book early for weekends and holidays; automatic cars go first.
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eSIM in Havana
Yesim
Travel eSIM data for visiting Havana — online as soon as you land, no kiosk queues.
- Install the eSIM before you fly; activate on landing.
- Confirm your phone is unlocked and eSIM-compatible.
- Keep a small local SIM as backup if you need a local number for calls.