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Your preview into all things Havana starts here. This iconic mural can be found at the top of Calle Ocho - 📍2614 SW 8th Street.
Morning
8:45 AM
Walls plastered with recipes and aged photos of celebrities this local haunt sports a ventanita (walk up window) to grab Cuban coffee, empanadas and croquettes. Fuel up!
Morning
11:30 AM
Watch cigar masters at work from the makeshift factory that is Havana Classic Cigar.
Afternoon
1:45 PM
Watch retired old men and women gather around small tables jeering each other over a game of dominoes at Domino Park. Join at your own risk!
3:30 PM
Grab a shot of cuban coffee and go on the hunt for classic cars. You just may spot one behind you.
Afternoon
Evening
7:00 PM
Head to Cafe La Trova for Cuban food paired with la trova style music. Try the jamon serrano croquettes. Careful, you'll be licking your fingers clean .
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Finish the evening mojito in hand & dance the night away at Ball & Chain- the oldest restaurant on Calle Ocho with live bands pumping out salsa, jazz and bachata rhythms daily.