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El Capitolio

2,447 Reviews

#32 of 240 things to do in Havana

Sights & Landmarks, Points of Interest & Landmarks

Paseo de Marti, Havana 10200, Cuba

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“Closed on Monday, but exterior is worth a photostop”

We were disappointed that the capital building was closed on the Monday of our cruise ship visit to... read more

Reviewed 6 days ago

retireeVancouver

Vancouver, Canada

“Amazing building”

You did not expect to find a building with these characteristics in Havana. It is well preserve and... read more

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

seasonedvisitor

Brisbane, Australia

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Excellent42%
Very good39%
Average16%
Poor2%
Terrible1%

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“under renovation”(59 reviews)

“capitol building”(54 reviews)

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Modeled after the U.S. Capitol, El Capitolo encompasses a planetarium and three museums.

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Paseo de Marti, Havana 10200, Cuba

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Carole H

I am a wheelchair user how can I gain access to the building

January 21, 2019|

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I’m not sure that you will be able to unfortunately. You could ask but Havana is not wheelchair friendly. I could t even suggest you use the roads as there are so many “potholes”. Good luck.

SpikeH61

What are the hours for El Capitolio? Or if you didn't see any hours, what hour did you visit? Also, another poster mentioned that it was very unorganized with a very long wait. What was your experience with the organization? Where do you go to get tickets? Anything else to help logistically with visiting?

March 20, 2018|

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It was closed for for renovations when I was there in December 2017 so I am unable to advise you as no visiting hours were being displayed at that time

John W

When will the restoration of the Capital Building be finished?

January 17, 2017|

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Rachel B

Tours of Havana (0 Replies)

My husband & I are going to Havana, Cuba for the first time to celebrate a big birthday, so we hope it will be a rather special/memorable trip. It will be a 'city break' of just 5 days (inc. one day in Vinales), so we really want to make the most of our time. We are staying in an apt. in Old Havana; normally when travelling we love walking & independently exploring. However, a close friend has recommended a good local guide, who could help us to become better oriented, to more effectively use...More

January 17, 2017|

Adam S

London

Cuban central bank and parliament (4 Replies)

Hi, Does anyone know where the central bank (Banco Central de Cuba) is based? I presume it is in Havana but I cannot find an address anywhere. Also, do you know whether the national assembly is meeting in El Capitolio again or whether they are still meeting in another venue? If so do you know where that other venue is? Someone told me in the western suburbs but again, I cannot get an address anywhere. Many thanks, Adam Strudwick

October 28, 2014|

Response fromGordonRVilnius|

Lot's of Government Offices around Revolution Square.... including Office of President. Capitolio didn't look as if it was going to be open again anytime this century :) Cuba's gold is stored in the basement somewhere.... not sure if it's public knowledge so better not say :)

johnsE1393MJ

Anyone stay at Coabana Hostal in Old Havana by El Capitolio? (3 Replies)

It is listed on AirBNB but has only one review and no reviews on TripAdvisor. Looks really great, but I am hesitating because I don't know if the single review is real or not! Thoughts?

December 08, 2015|

Response fromBruna B|

Hey, you stayed at this hostal? I'm having the same second thoughts as you. Would be nice some review.

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9232017

Burlington, Canada

Reviewed 5 days ago

Havana’s own “White House” .... only better.

Magnificent architecture. Grand building.... being cleaned and parts being restored. Will be outstanding when completed.

Date of experience: February 2019

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Closed on Monday, but exterior is worth a photostop

We were disappointed that the capital building was closed on the Monday of our cruise ship visit to Havana, despite web information saying it was open daily to 10pm. However we did get a close up view of the 3 beautiful bas-relief entry doors after...More

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Corona22

Vancouver, B.C.

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Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Beautiful building

It is a massive building. The dome is still under restoration, but that does not take away from how impressive it is.

Date of experience: January 2019

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lisahQ9672VA

Montreal

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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Spectacular Structure

Spectacular. A must see from directly outside. Regal, powerful and magnificent. An incredible structure.

Date of experience: November 2018

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275lizaj

Armstrong, Canada

142

Spectacular architecture

Visually striking inside and out, this is more an edifice than a government building. Another sparkling monument to the revolution, it is worth a visit for the architectural details alone.

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susanaquerida

250103

Take a tour

This copy of the US Capitol building (scaled down) is awesome. The building is very well maintained (for Cuba) and only a tour will open corridors to see the beautiful marble floors and ceilings, the upholstered furniture, the meeting rooms, the first Parliament room. There...More

Date of experience: December 2018

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195jeffs

12254

Amazing to see up close

This building is great to walk up to. Unlike the USA Capital, it feels like you can walk all around without having an issue. Very beautiful.

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D9540QO_

Istra, Russia

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Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Impressive and fascinating

This building is very impressive and fascinating. The size of it besots...Visit it if you are in Havana!

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593132

Amazing building

You did not expect to find a building with these characteristics in Havana. It is well preserve and looks magnificent.

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VangroovyFoodie

3125

Incredible Architecture with Amazing History

El Capitolo of Havana is extraordinary. You must take a guided tour to see the inside. Tours are available on English and Spanish and the cost is 10 CUC per person and El Capitolo is open on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday from 10:00 AM to...More

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