Tours and Activities in Cuba
CubaAnywhere Cuba can't offer specific tours and activities, but we can recommend some popular activities for visitors. Guided bird watching tours are a must while you’re in Cuba – the island is home to unusual birds that do not exist anywhere else in the world. Horseback riding is an idyllic way to see beaches at Varadero and Cayo Largo del Sur. You should make time to see the wonders of the landscape in Sierra de los Órganos and Sierra Maestra. Tours of tobacco factories and rum distilleries will provide some interesting insight into what you might want to bring home as a souvenir.
Museum
On a tour of museums in Havana you can learn about all aspects of life in Cuba. Cuba has some world-class art museums, as well as history museums where you can learn more about Cuba’s unique perspective. On museum tours you can also see what Ernest Hemingway left in his illustrious wake.
Historic
Cuba’s history left behind some fascinating attractions. The Spanish came to Cuba in the 16th century, and left behind stunning baroque and neoclassical buildings, as well as imposing fortresses lining the canals. On a historic tour you can see Cuba’s transformation from a Spanish colony to a hotbed of revolutionary fervor.
Hiking
Don’t forget to pack your hiking boots. Cuba’s mountains, valleys, and untouched forests make lovely destinations for hikes. Get a professional guide to tell you more about the ecology of the area. Hikes can also bring you to caves, beaches, and other natural landmarks that have special significance for Cuban history.
Beach Trip
Beaches are one of Cuba’s most important resources. Near some of Cuba’s beaches you can find thriving coral reefs, and these white-sand beauties are one of the main draws for visitors. In well-developed places like Varadero you’ll find lots of opportunity to sign up for beach tours and aquatic activities.
City
City tours will show off Havana’s most interesting and eclectic architecture. Old Havana and Trinidad have remarkable colonial buildings. In Cuban cities you can also find stellar examples of art deco and art nouveau architecture. You’ll see monuments to revolutionary heroes, and storied music venues and glamorous hotels that keep Cuba’s storied past alive.
Cigar Tour
Don’t leave Cuba before seeing what all the fuss is about. Even if you don’t smoke, you’ll be able to appreciate the idyllic splendor of the tobacco farms that still use traditional harvest methods. There is an art to making the perfect cigar — an art that Cuba has made all its own.
Dance Lessons
Professional dance instructors will show you the ropes before you hit the dance floor in one of Cuba’s electrifying nightclubs. Or just enjoy the lesson as a way to get in some fun exercise. You’ll get to know the different musical styles that inspired lively Cuban footwork.
Culinary
Cuba’s development as a culinary destination has been impeded by the embargo and rationing. Yet determined cooks abound, and you can savor their efforts on a culinary tour.
Rum Tour
Cuba has a drinking culture that revolves around rum, which is a liquor made from the bountiful sugarcane harvest. You can try mojitos and daiquirís at some of Havana’s legendary bars. Learn about the history of rum in Cuba at the Museo de Ron (Rum Museum) and the old Bacardí Building.
Photography
Cuba has produced awe-inspiring photography. Havana has a particularly good selection of photography galleries. See the work of incredible local artists and then go snap some photos of your own.
Guided Tours
Take a guided tour in Cuba to get a more complete picture of your environment. Guides can point out the layers of history in Cuban landmarks that might not be obvious to visitors. With an English-speaking guide you can explore Cuba’s many parks, as well as noteworthy historic destinations.
Walking
Walking tours allow you to see Cuba’s attractions at a relaxed pace. Stroll through historic neighborhoods, and make sure to see landmarks and museums on a guided tour.
Nature Walk
Take a nature walk in Cuba to learn more about this island’s ecology. You can find caves where that Fidel Castro used as hideouts, and mountain rages on the eastern and western ends of the island. There are bio-diverse wetlands and dry forests where you can hike deep into the Cuban wilderness. Cuba also has incredible destinations for bird watching.
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