Hidden gems in Havana

Qué bolá! Havana's like stepping into a time machine with salsa music. Ditch the tourist traps and wander through Vedado, where art deco meets vibrant street life. Learn to say "asere, qué volá" - it's how you greet your friends here. Fun fact: Cuban sandwiches aren't actually Cuban!

What Can You Find in Havana?

Here's what locals recommend across 4 categories in Havana.

108 authentic local spots across 4 categories in Havana

Top-Rated Spots in Havana

The highest-rated local spots in Havana, loved by locals and verified by reviews.

All 20 spots verified with 4,369 combined reviews

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What you need to know about discovering local spots in Havana

The highest-rated spots are Cafetalex (4.9★, 76 reviews), Sibarita Habana (4.8★, 494 reviews), Lo De Monik (4.8★, 267 reviews), Esto no es un café (4.8★, 230 reviews), Donde Adrian (4.8★, 144 reviews). The #1 spot, Cafetalex, is located in Playa.

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