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National Museum of Beautiful Arts of Cuba (Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes de Cuba)

Trocadero e/Sulueta y Monserrate, Havana, Cuba
53 7 613 858
Ranked #3 of 85 attractions in Havana
4.5 of 5 stars 120 Reviews
Type: Art Museums
Activities: City walk sightseeing
Description: Museum offers a glimpse of colonial Cuba.
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Massachusetts
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

Amazing talent exhibited here! If you're a neophyte like me, make sure you have an English speaking guide who knows what they're talking about to make your experience even richer. More

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Vienna, West Virginia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012
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The variety of Cuban modern and contemporary art surprised and overwhelmed me; If I had known this, I would have reserved at least half a day for this visit (2 hours were just enough to get a glimpse of the aristic richness of this island). There are information sheets at the door to each hall, but don't miss the guided... More

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Phoenix, Arizona
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

Sara Alonso, the curator who gave us a guided tour of the museum, made the art history come alive for me. The architecture of the museum makes the art come alive. There is much to examine and see. The chronological layout helps a lot. Sara Alonso is smart, engaging and points out enough to entice one's curiousity. More

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managua
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3 reviews 3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

Focus on the building with the COLECCION de arte CUBANO. An impressive and well displayed overview of cuban art, paintings, with some great landscapes which give you an idea of the old Cuba More

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rancho mirage ca
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38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

Our guide made our art experience even better with info on various artists. We didn't eat here...sorry More

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travel agent, San Francisco, CA
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64 reviews 64 reviews
Reviews in 40 cities Reviews in 40 cities
181 helpful votes 181 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012
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very nice painting. a nice way to spend an hour or so. More

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Tarpon Springs, Florida
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012
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A remarkable collection reflecting the artistic talent of Cuban nationals. The art was beautifully exhibited in a modern and well organized building that was easily managed. Our guide was very knowledgable and patient with our group of 20. No bags, back packs or photos permitted fortunatly, there is a facility to store such items. There is lots to see so... More

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Regina, Canada
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19 reviews 19 reviews
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18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

Love the museum, full of arts from Cuba. Only visited the Cuban part of the museum. Need to be seen More

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Surrey U.K
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2012

A fantastic place - the art brilliantly displayed in the modern building really tells the story of Cuba. Equal (if not better in some ways) to anything we have seen in London, Paris or Italy. The modern building is also a nice 'take 2' from the hustle and bustle of Havana. Cool, nice and very reasonable little cafe and good... More

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London
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6 reviews 6 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

Amidst the crumbling buildings of Old Havana is this very well kept collection of national art treasures. A comprehensive range of paintings, prints, drawings and sculptures to help you understand the developments of artistic practice from early colonial periods to present day. Very nice cafe with excellent value sandwiches, and the best toilets in Havana! More

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