El Vedado Travel Guide

Havana
El Vedado featuring markets as well as a large group of people
Experience the cultural heart of Havana, where elegant 20th-century buildings, a flourishing arts scene, pumping nightlife and an array of restaurants await.

El Vedado couldn’t be more different to the famous Old Havana neighborhood. Devoid of colonial buildings and cobbled streets, this district instead features grand boulevards set out on a uniform grid. Come here to discover the beating heart of Havana’s cultural scene, the University of Havana, modern art galleries, contemporary theatrical productions and some of the city’s best paladares(private restaurants).

Get to know El Vedado by walking along its wide, tree-lined streets. This area was once a closed-off military zone and it wasn’t until 1858 that plans for a new grid-style neighborhood were put into place. Today, El Vedado is part of the greater Plaza de la Revolución, and its appearance is characterized by 1950s buildings, glass-fronted stores, classical 19th-century mansions and post-colonial, modernist and art deco architecture.

The best way to get familiar with this neighborhood is by simply strolling. Start by walking along the main 23rd Street, also known as La Rampa and wander the Malecón seafront promenade. Stay until sunset and chat with friendly locals over a cool beer. Try traditional Cuban cuisine at a state-run restaurant one night and a homely family-run paladarthe next. Sip a mojito cocktail in an open-air bar on well-known nightlife spot, G Street.

Enjoy the excellent sightseeing opportunities in El Vedado. Climb the towering steps of the main building of the University of Havana, take photos with the statues of Cuban heroes in Plaza de la Revolución, be impressed by the palatial Hotel Nacional or visit Colón Cemetery, Havana’s main necropolis and one of the largest in the Americas, famed for its elaborate marble statues.

El Vedado sits in the very heart of Havana and is easy to get to and around. Buses and taxis ply the area and its wide boulevards are well-suited to walking. The grid pattern makes navigation simple. If you fancy a sugar hit while exploring, look out for Coppelia, which is often touted as being the largest ice-cream shop in the world.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in El Vedado

CasavanaCuba Boutique Hotel
CasavanaCuba Boutique Hotel
3.5 out of 5
301 Avenue of the Presidents Floor 11, entre 13 y 15, Vedado, Havana
The price is Rp856.607 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
Rp856.607
Rp1.013.927 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star guesthouse in Havana. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and on-site spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (729 reviews)
"Todo me encanto"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2024

CasavanaCuba Boutique Hotel
La Alameda Boutique Hotel
La Alameda Boutique Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Calle B #606 entre 25 y 27, Vedado, Havana, Havana
The price is Rp1.529.150 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
Rp1.529.150
Rp1.529.150 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Havana. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
"Quite simply people, stop your search now and book the La Alameda"

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2024

La Alameda Boutique Hotel
El Candil Boutique Hotel
El Candil Boutique Hotel
5 out of 5
Calle 2 No 457 e/19 y 21, Vedado, Havana
The price is Rp2.202.480 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
Rp2.202.480
Rp2.268.554 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Havana. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (232 reviews)
"I had an amazing stay at El Candil Boutique Hotel! The room was exceptionally spacious and spotless, offering a comfortable and luxurious feel. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making our entire stay even more enjoyable. The food and drinks were excellent, and the fact that they ..."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2024

El Candil Boutique Hotel
Elegancia Suites Habana
Elegancia Suites Habana
4 out of 5
Calzada # 454, e/ E y F Vedado, Havana, La Habana
The price is Rp1.104.478 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
Rp1.104.478
Rp1.104.478 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly guesthouse in Havana. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (167 reviews)
Wonderful stay
"It was a fantastic experience with the staff, they're very attentive to our needs."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2024

Elegancia Suites Habana
Hostal Colonial Casa de Luca
Hostal Colonial Casa de Luca
4 out of 5
Calle 4, No. 510, Between 21 and 23, Vedado, Plaza de la Revolucion, Havana, La Habana
The price is Rp580.772 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
Rp580.772
Rp707.919 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hostal in Havana. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the bathrooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (145 reviews)
"Great casa in Vedado with very friendly and attentive host! The breakfast was grand, the casa is beautifully styled."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2024

Hostal Colonial Casa de Luca
Napper by Rottenberg
Napper by Rottenberg
4 out of 5
Calle 25 No. 1007A, Vedado, Havana, Havana
The price is Rp2.293.726 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
Rp2.293.726
Rp2.293.726 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Havana. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Hotel Nacional de Cuba ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (113 reviews)
"I loved this Hotel the moment I walked in The staff were the most friendliest most welcoming people I have ever met. They made my Cuba holiday a real experience. They arranged my little trips. They joined in with me watching English Football. They became my family and best friends. They taught me ..."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2024

Napper by Rottenberg
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around El Vedado

Palacio De Los Capitanes Generales which includes a castle, interior views and heritage elements

Plaza de la Revolucion

You'll enjoy the monuments and waterfront in Plaza de la Revolucion. You might want to make time for a stop at Hotel Nacional de Cuba or John Lennon Park.

Plaza de la Revolucion
Monumento a Antonio Maceo showing a statue or sculpture

Centro Havana

3.5/5(19 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Centro Havana. You might want to make time for a stop at San Rafael Boulevard or Great Theatre of Havana.

Centro Havana
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Chinatown

While Chinatown may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hotel Nacional de Cuba and San Rafael Boulevard.

Chinatown
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Municipality of Cerro

If you're spending some time in Municipality of Cerro, Coliseo de la Ciudad Deportiva and Estadio Latinoamericano are top sights worth seeing.

Municipality of Cerro
Old Havana

Old Havana

4.5/5(53 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Old Havana. You might want to make time for a stop at Paseo de Marti or Plaza Vieja.

Old Havana
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Miramar

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Miramar. You might want to make time for a stop at National Aquarium or Russian Embassy.

Miramar

El Vedado Travel Guide