Cuba

Old cars, faded grandeur and music on every corner.

US travel advisory: Level 2 · checked 2026-11-02
Photo: Nigel Pacquette · CC BY-SA 3.0
This is a first draft of the Cuba list. The full region guide is being written, and tiers may still change.

The Short List

Must-See

Worth a Detour

Worth a Detour
Cities · Music

Santiago de Cuba

The cradle of son music and of the Revolution, with the San Pedro fortress.

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Worth a Detour
Beaches · Beaches

Varadero

A long white beach on a narrow peninsula, with all-inclusive resorts.

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If You're Nearby

If You're Nearby
Cities · UNESCO

Cienfuegos

A neat bay city founded by French settlers.

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If You're Nearby
Heritage · Revolution

Santa Clara

Che Guevara's tomb, with a huge statue, and his armored train derailment.

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If You're Nearby
Nature · Diving

Bay of Pigs and Zapata

The Cold War invasion site, now good diving next to the Caribbean's largest wetland.

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On the Map

Grey pins: guides still being written.