Havana Miramar
Miramar lies further west along the coast, and retains its exclusive feel.
Foreign embassies, diplomatic residences, upscale shops, and tourist facilities for wealthy foreigners are common in the area.
But also old beautiful colonial almost colapsing houses.
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Botanical Gardens (Jardin Botanico)
Once
you are in the Botanical Gardens, simply breathe in the
beautiful scenery, with all its Caribbean species, and particularly
Cuban ones. Pay special attention to the Japanese Garden,
with its fountains and waterfalls: a perfect excuse to stop
and have a rest. At the end of the trip there is a visit
to Expocuba, followed by an excellent traditional Cuban
lunch at the Don Cuba restaurant.
Disabled access is available.
Avenida 5ta y 68
Havana Miramar, Cuba
Tel: +53 7 332047
Website: Jardin Botanico |
Acuario Nacional de Cuba
Cuba’s
National Aquarium features a unique exhibit in the world,
the Island and the Caribbean’s marine flora and fauna
are preserved thanks to the work of the staff that has been
encouraged with the Colectivo Vanguardia Nacional acknowledgment
during five years.
Ave 3ra. y Calle 62
Havana Miramar, Cuba
Tel.: +53 7 236401 al 06
Fax.: +53 7 241442
Website: Acuario Nacional De Cuba
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José Marti Memorial
The José Martí Memorial is a
museum dedicated to the life of this famous revolutionary
writer and poet. The museum displays many of José
Martí's personal belongings. Entrance fees cost 3
pesos for the first floor for nationals and 5 pesos for
the entire museum. The view of the city from the top is
fantastic. The price for tourists is $2.00 for the first
level and $5.00 for the entire museum. It is here that Fidel
and Raul Castro give the most important speaches.
Disabled access is available.
Open: 9am-4.30pm daily.
José
Martí Memorial
41 Paseo Plaza de la Revolución
Havana Miramar, Cuba
Tel: +53 7 82090 |
Maqueta de La Habana
This
small scale replica of Havana is second only to that of
New York. This ambitious project, with its cedar wood buildings
and paper streets represent an area of 144km2. The city
was meticulously measured and photographed block by block
by a group of architects, designers and model makers who
didn't miss a tree, lamppost or set of traffic lights. Admission
is 3.00
Disabled access is available.
Maqueta La Habana
Calle 28 #113 entre 1ra y 3era
Havana Miramar, Cuba
Tel: +53 7 332661 / 225506 |
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