25 Famous Landmarks in Cuba That You Have to Visit Story

Introduction There are numerous famous landmarks in Cuba to visit, including historical, cultural, and natural attractions... See all Landmarks

National Capitol Building, Havana

Landmark 1 Also known as El Capitolio, the National Capitol Building is a Cuban political building found... © master2 via Depositphotos See all Landmarks

Castillo de la Real Fuerza, Havana

Landmark 2 Constructed in 1577, Castillo de la Real Fuerza is a fort that sits on the... See all Landmarks

José Martí Memorial, Havana

Landmark 3 José Martí is a Cuban writer and national hero, and the José Martí Memorial pays... © LAMBERTOJESUS via Depositphotos See all Landmarks

El Castillo de los Tres Reyes Magos del Morro, Havana

Landmark 4 El Castillo de Los Tres Reyes Magos del Morro, also known as El Morro or... See all Landmarks

Castillo de San Salvador de la Punta, Havana

Landmark 5 Castillo de San Salvador de la Punta is directly across from El Castillo de los... See all Landmarks

Finca Vigía, Havana

Landmark 6 One of the famous Cuban landmarks that is a must-see in Havana is Finca Vigía... © scukrov via Depositphotos See all Landmarks

Havana Cathedral, Havana

Landmark 7 The Cathedral of Havana is one of eleven cathedrals in Cuba. This landmark is found... See all Landmarks

Museo de la Revolución, Havana

Landmark 8 Museo de la Revolución is a fascinating museum with exhibits covering the 1959 Cuban Revolution... © debstheleo via Depositphotos See all Landmarks

Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, Havana

Landmark 9 One of the famous places in Cuba that art enthusiasts will want to see is... © greta6 via Depositphotos See all Landmarks

Hotel Nacional de Cuba, Havana

Landmark 10 Hotel Nacional de Cuba is an eclectic Art Deco-style hotel that is a popular place... See all Landmarks

El Malecón, Havana

Landmark 11 Stretching for eight kilometers, El Malecón is an esplanade and seawall that runs along Havana’s... See all Landmarks

Cristo de la Habana, Havana

Landmark 12 Cristo de la Habana, or Christ of Havana, is a statue of Jesus of Nazareth... See all Landmarks

Callejón de Hamel, Havana

Landmark 13 Callejón de Hamel is one of the more modern Cuba landmarks and tourist attractions. This... © dchulov via Depositphotos See all Landmarks

Che Guevara Mausoleum and Che Guevara Museum, Santa Clara

Landmark 14 Located in Santa Clara, the Che Guevara Mausoleum is a memorial to Argentinian fighter Ernesto... © sanguer via Depositphotos See all Landmarks

San Pedro de la Roca Fortress, Santiago de Cuba

Landmark 15 San Pedro de la Roca Fortress, or Castillo de San Pedro de la Roca, is... See all Landmarks

Casa de Diego Velázquez, Santiago de Cuba

Landmark 16 Casa de Diego Velázquez is one of the oldest historical landmarks in Cuba. Constructed in... See all Landmarks

Sierra Maestra

Landmark 17 Sierra Maestra is one more of the major landmarks in Cuba. This mountain range has... See all Landmarks

Playa Paraiso, Cayo Largo del Sur

Landmark 18 Found on the stunning island of Cayo Largo del Sur, Playa Paraiso is one of... See all Landmarks

El Yunque, Baracoa

Landmark 19 Another of Cuba’s famous landmarks that’s naturally occurring is El Yunque. Located in Baracoa, El... See all Landmarks

Cruz de la Parra, Baracoa

Landmark 20 Cruz de la Parra is a wooden cross that was placed in Baracoa in 1492... See all Landmarks

Cascate El Nicho, Cienfuegos

Landmark 21 Cascate El Nicho, or El Nicho Waterfalls, is a natural landmark near Cienfuegos. These falls... See all Landmarks

Cayo Coco, Jardines del Rey

Landmark 22 Cayo Coco is a landmark location that features white sand beaches and many resorts. The... See all Landmarks

Cueva de los Portales, La Güira National Park

Landmark 23 Cueva de los Portales is another of the natural landmarks in Cuba. This vast cave... See all Landmarks

Ciénaga de Zapata National Park

Landmark 24 Ciénaga de Zapata National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an important ecological... See all Landmarks

The Bay of Pigs

Landmark 25 The Bay of Pigs, or "Bahia de Cochinos" in Spanish, is one of the most... See all Landmarks

In Summary

Conclusion Cuba is home to vibrant cities, tropical coastal retreats, and attractions galore. During your trip... See all Landmarks

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