While in Cuba, you won't just want to experience the country's famous nightlife, you'll NEED to! You haven't truly been to Cuba until you've indulged in Cuban nightlife. Visit a cabaret to see colorful costumes on salsa and rumba dancers. Cocktail lounges sparkle with old school Havana charm and are filled with travellers puffing away on cigars. Not content to sit back and watch? Don't worry there's plenty of action waiting for you out on the dance floor...

Make time to see live performances of trova, son, and rumba — all musical styles that are native to Cuba. Don't be surprised when the lure of the rhythm proves to be too much and you're learning a new dance courtesy of the locals. The following destinations have fun, reliable, and safe nightlife options so that you can have the best experience possible. Return home with great memories, and maybe a new music compilation to remind of those sultry Havana nights. When the sun sets Cuba's nightlife heats up.