Nightlife in Havana
Havana's famous nightlife is typified by the sultry salsa clubs in Centro and Vedado. Musical melodies like jazz, boleros, modern reggaeton and the political lyrics of Nueva Trova all feature in the city's many bars and clubs. The extraordinary Tropicana Cabaret in Marianao is a particular nocturnal treat. Heady rum cocktails fuel the city's nightlife and bands play in Old Havana bars until midnight. Salsa clubs and big-name stars get moving just as the bands close down.
Bars
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1. Hotel Nacional de Cuba - Bars
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The imposing mafia-built Hotel Nacional overlooks the Malecón and the sea and oozes pre-Revolution elegance. For sundowners, sit on the marble terrace with a Mojito and soak up the humidity, serenaded by the live band.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
Calle O corner of Calle 21, Vedado
Telephone
+53 7 873 3564 ext 139
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2. La Bodeguita del Medio - Bars
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The walls of this tiny Old Havana bar are covered with signatures and photos of visitors on the Ernest Hemingway cocktail crawl. Space is tight at La Bodeguita del Medio but it doesn’t matter as the band entertains the happy throng.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
Calle Empedrado 207 between Calles San Ignacio and Cuba, La Habana Vieja
Telephone
+53 7 867 1374
Transport
On foot
Clubs
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3. Casa de la Música Centro Habana - Clubs
Show moreCentro’s La Casa de la Música is one of the best salsa-dancing spots in Havana and, crucially, frequented by locals. Raised seating inside provides a good view of live bands, while recorded music also features during matinee and late-night events.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
Calle Galiano 225 between Neptuno and Concordia, Centro Habana
Telephone
+53 7 860 8296
Transport
Taxi
Entertainment
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4. El Malecón - Entertainment
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A 7km sea wall that separates Havana from the Atlantic, the Malecón is the focus every evening for dancing, singing, gossip, and romance. Join the party from sunset by sitting on the wall next to a group of friendly Habaneros.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
El Malecón, Centro and La Habana Vieja
Transport
On foot
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5. Tropicana Cabaret - Entertainment
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Bejewelled and feathered dancers perform under the stars at Tropicana Cabaret in Havana's Marianao district. The definitive, flamboyant cabaret show is one of Havana's most popular nights out, and a free rum cocktail for visitors adds to the buoyant mood.
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Calle 72 between Calles 41 and 45, Marianao, Havana, Cuba
Telephone
+53 7 267 1718
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6. Gran Teatro de La Habana - Entertainment
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The Grand Theatre, between Old Havana and Centro, is home to the highly-cherished Cuban National Ballet, concerts, dance and children’s theatre. The building’s sumptuous décor, sweeping staircase and faded grandeur can also be experienced on an insightful guided tour.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
Paseo de Martí, corner of Calle San Rafael, Centro Habana
Telephone
+53 7 861 3078
