Havana

Step off the plane in Havana and it’s clear you’ve traveled to a city trapped in time. There are no waiting areas for Lyft or Uber, just dozens of drivers with paper signs or seated behind the wheel of classic American cars. As Cuba’s capital and largest city, Havana is steeped in historical significance and culture. Located on Cuba’s north coast, it was once a key shipping hub and a mecca for American tourists before the Cuban revolution. With about two million inhabitants, the city was founded by Spaniards in the 16th century and is home to Cuba’s leading museums, public squares, and churches. The city’s main attractions are found across a number of adjacent and highly walkable neighborhoods. Here are five distinct areas to include in your Havana itinerary.