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Little Havana
If you are invested in discovering Cuban culture, you must take out some time to visit Little Havana. This neighborhood in Miami is named after Havana, the capital of Cuba and is filled with exciting adventures for its visitors.
If you are wondering how to make the most of your visit to Little Havana, this article is tailor-made for you. Read on to discover more:
What should I do at Little Havana?
Here are some things that you must try out in Little Havana to experience the essence of the place.
Explore Calle Ocho
Calle Ocho or the 8th street is one of the most important spaces in Little Havana. This enclave is home to a number of restaurants, bakeries, and art galleries. We recommend you take a walk here and explore the area.
Try your hand out at Dominoes
Visit Maximo Gomez Park to discover the game of Dominoes. Here you will find locals smoking cigars and playing the game. This is one of the most lively spaces in the neighborhood and will introduce you to the Cuban way of life.
Smoke a Cuban cigar
Visit El Titan de Bronze to get your hands on some authentic Cuban cigars. If you smoke cigars, you must try out their freshly rolled cigars which have been in vogue since 1995. If you do not smoke, you could buy some as a souvenir of your visit to Little Havana.
Catch a live- performance
If you enjoy live performances, you should head straight to Cubaocho. This place is used both as a community center and an art gallery.
This place is often used as a space for live performances and film screenings. Here you will get the chance to interact with localities and get closer to understanding their culture.
Places to eat at in Little Havana
We have listed down a couple of places you must try.
Versailles
Known for being “World’s Most Famous Cuban Restaurant”, this place is certainly worth a visit. Here you can eat it all, from croquetas to ropa vieja. If you are a foodie, you will certainly have a great time at this place.
Azucar Ice Cream Company
Relish some Cuban dessert flavors at the Azucar Ice Cream Company. This is an ideal place to visit with kids because here there are a number of flavors to choose from. We recommend you try out Creme de Vie and Besitos.
Some ideas for a vacation in Miami
If you are looking for ideas for places to visit in Miami, we recommend you to read the 15 best things to do in Miami. This will help you figure out 15 places that you must visit in Miami to enjoy your vacation to the fullest.
Other must-visit places in Miami
Discovering a place on your own can be a bit tiring at times. To avoid this, we recommend you visit Bayfront Park.
