Havana is an almost inexplicable city that contains so many incredible sites and adventures without the usual touristy gloss and trappings. Due to the US embargo of Cuba, several well known sites in other cities are not present, particularly the omnipresent McDonalds. But this is a good thing in my view as the city keeps an authentic feel and makes the historic sites in Havana Vieja more enjoyable. My favourite site in this part of the city is the Catedral de San Cristobal. But while in Havana there is so much more to do than just visit historical sites. One of the “musts” is going to see a Cigar Factory. Even if you don’t like smoking it’s still a great trip, much like a wine tour but more dangerous for your lungs. Revolutionary icons are everywhere in the city and the Plaza de la Revolocion is the main tourist spot. In fact it can be swamped by tourists during the middle of the day so come early to see the image of Che and the statue of Jose Marti. The nightlife in this city is top notch and the food, if you avoid the tourist restaurants, is great quality at low prices. But to pay these prices you normally need the Cuban Peso rather than the Cuban Convertible Peso.
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