Plaza De La Revolucion
Plaza De La Revolucion
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Roslyn138
Wrexham, UK1,202 contributions
Dec 2022 • Couples
No visit to Havana is complete without going to the Plaza de La Revolution. The iconic square in the city where Fidel Castro as well as Pope John 2 have addressed the crowds.
You also see large groups of the 1950 cars parked up in the square. The Hop on Off bus is a great value at only $10 per person per day and actually goes to the square twice on its circuit.
We had an amazing day in the city walking around and seeing the various buildings, but you also realise how poor people are and have few necessities.
You also see large groups of the 1950 cars parked up in the square. The Hop on Off bus is a great value at only $10 per person per day and actually goes to the square twice on its circuit.
We had an amazing day in the city walking around and seeing the various buildings, but you also realise how poor people are and have few necessities.
Written December 21, 2022
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Marioneide S
282 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
Mandatory stop for card-carrying communists. My suggestion is that you travel by tourist bus and take the opportunity to go to the José Martí Museum. You can also go by coquinho, taxis for two people. You can also take a vintage car tour, the route of which passes through there.
Written January 26, 2024
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Doina C
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Jan 2025 • Friends
An imposing market with large buildings, most of them state institutions. A tall mausoleum in the middle that celebrates Jose Marti, their national poet. She is as impressed as she is sad and empty. There were still some children at the base of the mausoleum who were repeating some songs. From what I understand, it is one of the stops made during the walks with the old and colorful cars.
Written February 17, 2025
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Lucas Megale
Pouso Alegre, MG342 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
It's a good place to take the famous photo with Che's image in the background and renew your communist card. Other than that, there isn't much to do there. As the region is reasonably far from Havana Vieja, this was the tour that made us think that, perhaps, it was worth paying 50 dollars to take the vintage car tours.
Written December 6, 2023
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Rowan H
Cairns, Australia1,797 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
The Plaza de la revolucion is located outside of the centre of Havana and features a large empty concrete square flanked by a 138.5m statue of Jose Marti and two murals of Che Guevara and Camilo Cienfuegos. Unfortunately at the time of the visit the museum and lookout located in the Jose Marti statue were not open to the public.
This was the first stop in our larger classic car tour of Havana.
I think the attraction on its own doesn’t hold enough wait to justify a taxi fare to visit. It is best seen as part of a larger tour of the city. You will need about 10 minutes there, tops.
This was the first stop in our larger classic car tour of Havana.
I think the attraction on its own doesn’t hold enough wait to justify a taxi fare to visit. It is best seen as part of a larger tour of the city. You will need about 10 minutes there, tops.
Written September 2, 2022
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Bill C
Vancouver, Canada4,581 contributions
Oct 2022 • Solo
I made a stop at this huge square during a tour in a classic car. There was not much shade and it was hot. Make sure to wear a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Overlooking the square is the Jose Marti Memorial with its tall tower and statue. The square is surrounded by government buildings of which two have huge murals of the revolutionaries, Che Guevara and Camilo Cienfuegos. There were also several classic cars parked in the parking lot.
Written September 20, 2023
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Bud Bolsky
Brooklyn, NY16 contributions
May 2019
Everyone who comes to Havana takes this photograph. There are many images of Che throughout the country but this is the only one that is more ironic than iconic. Come at twilight or later when the image lights up the building and watches over the plaza. There is no shade on the plaza so don't go during the mid day. Best enjoyed at night when you are touring in an antique car as part of your drive through the city.
Written March 3, 2020
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Esther P
Chicago, IL1,417 contributions
Mar 2020
There is no way to escape stopping at Plaza De La Revolucion. Every tour will stop there for a few minutes. The Jose Marti Memorial is beautiful Have your guide explain why "Hasta La Victoria Siempre" and "Vas bien, Fidel," the words next to the outlines of Che Guevera and Camino Cienfuegos are so meaningful.
This is also a good place to get photos of classic cars or to arrange for a ride. Many "hang out" here every day.
This is also a good place to get photos of classic cars or to arrange for a ride. Many "hang out" here every day.
Written March 28, 2020
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Butch E
Nashville, TN630 contributions
Feb 2020
In my mind this is a must see/stop when in Havana. First you have the monument to Jose Mari, which is quite impressive and you can go to the top for a great view. Next you have official government buildings that have "portraits" of famous revolutionaries, including Che' Guevara. But most importantly, this is the square where Fidel gave his hours' long speeches! There are always lines of vintage cars waiting there as well. Very, very interesting.
Written February 17, 2020
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s1rw
Markham, Canada70 contributions
Feb 2020
For history buff take the tour with Maya she is knowledgeable and makes the tour exciting. Revolution Square is very impressive. Originally the Civic Centre built by Fulgenico Baptista and renamed the Revolution Square. The Obelisk towers over the Square with a statue of Josi Marti memorial. The façade of the Ministry of Interior is the iconic sculpture of Che Guevera created by Enrique Avila with the inscription “Hasta La Victoria Siempre – towards victory forever” but powerful lines inspired by the handwriting of Che. Opposite is the Ministry of Information with the sculpture of Camilio Cienfuegos with the inscription “Vas Bien Fidel – You are doing well Fidel” For car buff the square is decorated vintage cars from different eras .
Written February 15, 2020
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I would like to engage with the Professor of Havana that does the 2 1/2 walking tour of old Havana.
Written March 9, 2019
we booked our tour with the staff at our hotel. It was great
Written June 27, 2019
has anyone used the hop on off bus in Havana and can you pay in sterling or dollars
Written December 10, 2016
leightx
Austin, Texas
When I went here in September we hired a classic car. Nice way to do it since it is more of a drive-by kind of place in my opinion. As far as cash, CUC is the only way to go. I had 500 Euro from a previous trip which made the exchange more favorable than my USD. Credit cards are not accepted really anywhere but we did find it easy to find ATMs. Another note, calling home and finding internet is really quite difficult to come by so try your best not to use it too much. This will greatly reduce your frustration level. Hire a tour guide if your budget allows. It made the trip immensely more enjoyable for us.
Written December 11, 2016
hola. te quisiera consultar sobre el alquiler del auto, lo hiciste con alguna agencia o con la gente de alla? voy en abril y quisiera recorrer en auto. Muchas gracias
Written March 3, 2016
Te voy a dar varios datos ,porque muchos hablan y no dicen la verdad .1 si vas a cuba anda con Euros y no con dolares porque ,por mas que todos dicen 1dolar =1CUC cuando cambias en todos lados te descuentan 10%(OJO con las tarjetas de credito con este currito)en cambio 1Eur=1.07CUC,Trata de cambiar en el aeropuerto cuando llegas es el mejor cambio ,hay en la Habana lugares pero yo me comi colitas bancarias y en los hoteles te sacuden .Recorda que vas a Cuba y todo depende del estado desde un banco a un hotel y los empleados solo cobran 20 CUC (si si 20 CUC)y el bolson o cuota alimentaria.ENTENDISTE.2 para recorrer la habana tenes Taxi que arreglas ,otro el alquiler del auto antiguo 35CUC x hora ,el Coco taxi (motoneta) 20 CUC x hora,la bicicleta taxi que arreglas y el micro de dos pisos(tipo bus de macri)10CUC,si queres alquilar un auto te sale por lo menos en febrero 100 dolares un Kia Picanto que esta lleno, porque no todo es auto antiguo como dicen hay 208 ,partner mucho Gelly (coreano o chino)Lada ,hiundai hasta peugeot 301 que argentina no se conoce,no contrates transbordos en la argentina porque te afanan ,Taxi aeropuerto a la Habana (auto moderno)25 CUC ,transfer La habana a Varadero 25cuc x persona (micros de ultima generacion con aire)empresa Transtur que podes contratar en los hoteles y si no te dan pelota porque te quieren vender el taxi te vas al capitolio en la plaza esta el hotel Inglaterra y dentro del hotel estan las oficinas en el lado izquierdo apenas entras.Si vas a varadero o algun cayo es imperdible nadar con los delfines vale 100CUCEspero que sirvan los datos ,Recorda que vas a Cuba y que todos cobran 20 CUC ,no le pidas peras al olmo
Written March 5, 2016
Hola
Estoy interesado en alojarme en el mes de marzo 2015 en una suite vista al mar the level, ¿tiene hidromasaje o jacuzzi?
¿Que diferencia hay entre esta y una gran suite vista al mar the level?
Written January 13, 2015
Hola mi recomendable es q te vallas a hotel vas mas ala segura
Written September 9, 2018
Hola quisiera saber si tenemos sitio facilmente para aparcar el coche, pues queremos ir 3 ó 4 dias para allá preferentemente fin de semana. Gracias reciban un saludo
Written December 29, 2014
La Plaza de la Revolución es un paseo en La Havana céntrica, obligado, para su visita a Cuba, por lo bello y ser un simbolo de su historia. Si la pregunta se refiere a la plaza, tiene lugares cómodos para estacionamiento, de todas formas no creo que la pregunta se relacione al paseo..... saludos
Written December 30, 2014
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