Timeline
16:50
Start with a classic daiquiri at El Floridita Bar. The atmosphere is unchanged from pre-Castro days, making it the perfect place to settle in early and enjoy the vibe before the crowds arrive.
17:35
Walk to the Castillo de los Tres Reyes del Morro. Arrive thirty minutes before the sun sets to find a good vantage point. The fortress guards the entrance to the Havana harbor and offers a commanding view of the water.
18:05
Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The golden light hits the fortress walls and the water turns a deep, rich color as the day ends.
18:50
End the evening at Los Marinos. This seafood restaurant sits on a pier in the harbor. The breeze from the water is pleasant on a warm day, and you can relax with a beer or mojito while looking at the city lights coming on.
Local tip
El Floridita is a popular stop on the Hemingway drinking tour. It is best visited early to avoid the heaviest tourist crowds.
Check before you go
- Los Marinos is open from 10:00 to 23:00.
- El Floridita Bar has no listed closing time, but it is a historic venue that may close earlier on quiet nights.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Havana (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).