Little Havana Cultural and Tasting Tour

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Showing the guest where to look. So many things to see in Little Havana. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Sharing some history and facts about the Cuban Island. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Local for over +20 years, been giving this going on 4 years. I've tasted many pastries and formed friendships with lots of Cuban locals. I will show you the best spots and introduce you to local celebrities like Miss Guillermina, the Grandmother of Little Havana. Get ready for a memorable and personal experience!

Little Havana is a hidden gem and I will show you! SO MUCH to see in the Historical neighborhood! Cuban cigars in Miami? There’s a way around the embargo! We will start with an organic juice tasting. Enjoy gourmet treats from an authentic Cuban bakery, included in your tour is a Ham-filled Croquette, Guava-filled Puff pastry & a Cuban Soda. Taste the famous Cuban coffee, colada, in a hidden gem café. In our tour, we will be passing by iconic sites like the Famous Ball & Chain. Artist like Chet Baker, Count Basie and even Billy Holiday made debuts! Also, Domino Park and Tower Theatre will be in our route! Admire classical cars used as main transportation in Cuba still today.

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At a glance

Duration: 2–3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–30
Operated by: Little Havana Cultural and Tasting Tour

Ages: Adults (2–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Breakfast: Organic juice tasting
Included: The staple food of Miami will be your snacks. The famous Cuban ham croquette and the delicious guava filled puff pastry.
Included: Personal Photographer
Included: Tea and coffee: Cuban coffee
Included: Carbonated beverages: Cuban soda tasting

Itinerary

Bay of Pigs Monument

10 min

We will be covering the Full History of Cuba. From 1902, when the Cuban flag was introduced, to the overthrowing of the Castro regime. Also get a glimpse of the Original Cuba, prior to the Spaniards conquering the Island in 1492.
Little Havana

30 min Admission included

We will be having the BEST juice tasting and pastries in all of Calle 8. Also, the best and strongest coffee in the neighborhood. Get ready to enhance ALL your senses with a true and authentic Cuban Experience!
Havana Collection

20 min

Take a trip back in time with an authentic Guayebera store that sells ALL Cuban fashion! From Linen Shirts & Pants to Fadoras & Panama Hats! Also, learn a brief history about the reason why/how the 4-pocket t-shirt became so popular in the Cuban culture! This is the original Guayebera store that has been in Little Havana for over +50 years! Originally called, Pepe Y Berta!

Also, an exclusive entry to the stores "Museum Experience" that is included on this experience!
Little Havana Cigar Factory

10 min

Indoor Cigar Lounge with art from Manuel Bello and Aristides all around the store!

Did you know that Cuba still today is known to have THE BEST Tobacco in the World. Since JFK was president, Cuban cigars are NOT allowed in the US. There is a way around the embargo. Learn why Cuba has the best leaves in the world!
Cubaocho Museum and Performing Arts Center

10 min

Visit the most famous Art Gallery in Little Havana! Featured in the New York Times, this spot hold thousands of dollars worth or original art pieces. Also has chandeliers and bar tops that used to be in the Cuban Island!
Ball & Chain

10 min

From old School Jazz to Classical Salsa. This place was established in 1935 and is now a sight to see! Playing only classical salsa and cha cha cha
Stop 7

10 min Admission included

Here we will be having our one-of-a-kind Cuban coffee famously known as the Cuban Colada! A blend of Arabica beans (roasted in house) with the sweet caramelized sugar topping known as "espumita". Making the ordinary espresso into a sweet, but still, VERY strong coffee.

Also, learn a bit about how coffee became so famous in the Island & where it originated from! Hint, its not in the Americas :)
Domino Park

10 min

Learn the history behind this iconic park. Also, the main reason Cubans play the game.

Originally called Antonio Maceo Park, then Maximo Gomez Park, now better known as Domino Park, this has been the meet-up spot for the locals dating back to the 60s!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Bay of Pigs Monument

End point

Experience stunning classic cars and capture unforgettable photos—at no extra cost on our tour. See vintage icons like Chevy, Oldsmobile, Ford Fairlane, and Chrysler DeSoto up close. It’s a moment you won’t get the same way exploring on your own.