Lonely Planet Cuba

Lonely Planet's Cuba is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Enjoy the live music scene in Havana, explore historic Habana Vieja, and trek up Pico Turquino—all with your trusted travel companion.

Inside Lonely Planet's Cuba Travel Guide:

Lonely Planet's Top Picks - a visually inspiring collection of the destination's best experiences and where to have them.

Itineraries help you build the ultimate trip based on your personal needs and interests.

Local insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience—whether it's history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, or politics.

Eating and drinking - get the most out of your gastronomic experience as we reveal the regional dishes and drinks you have to try.

How to Pick a Cuban Cigar

Toolkit - all of the planning tools for solo travellers, LGBTQIA+ travellers, family travellers, and accessible travel.

Colour maps and images throughout.

Language - essential phrases and language tips.

Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots.

Covers Havana, Artemisa, Mayabeque, Isla de la Juventud, Valle de Viñales and Pinar del Río Province, Varadero and Matanzas Province, Cienfuegos, Villa Clara, Trinidad and Sancti Spíritus, Ciego de Ávila, Camagüey, Las Tunas, Holguín, Granma, Santiago de Cuba, Guantánamo.

About Lonely Planet:

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