About This Experience

On this free tour focused on Cuban music, explore Havana while having fun, dancing, and learning about the island's musical heritage. Get ready to be amazed! Procedure: Are you ready to experience the musical essence of Havana? Meet at the scheduled time in front of the National Museum of Fine Arts. The tour begins, plunging you into the history and atmosphere of Cuban music. Ready for a rhythmic visit? Your adventure starts with a stroll through the charming streets of Old Havana, where the energy is omnipresent. You will pass by the old Campoamor Theater and Central Park before reaching Café Mambo. There, you will discover the roots of danzón, Cuba's first national dance, at a time when its movements were considered scandalous. Continuing on, you will have the opportunity to admire the Havana Lyric Theater and walk down Obispo Boulevard, which will lead you to the Casona del Son. This will be an opportunity to explore the history of son cubano, music that fuses Spanish and African influences. Did you know it began as a marginal style, sometimes even prohibited? Throughout the visit, you will also stop at Solar Habanero, discovering how Cuban music has been as much a means of resistance as a celebration. Rumba, for example, was born in the 'solares' and on the docks, with rum barrels used as drums and hands as metronomes. Fascinating, isn't it? To end this part, you will contemplate the Arch of Belén before reaching the famous Malecón. Obviously, there will also be moments of dancing. At certain stops, you will learn the basic movements of Cuban salsa, cha-cha-cha, or even a sequence of rumba columbia. One thing is certain: the energy of Cuban music will carry you away! To conclude, return to the meeting point, ending your excursion two hours after departure. Groups: This free tour is limited to a maximum of 6 participants, even if they come from separate bookings.

This experience is located in Havana, Cuba. View our full island guide to see more things to do, hotels, and restaurants.

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