Destination: Santiago de Cuba
Santiago de Cuba is a World Heritage Site and a World Heritage Biosphere Reserve that attracts thousands of Caribbean cruises guests annually. The city is very rich in history as it was a major site during the Spanish-American War and the Cuban Revolution. Besides all the history it holds, Santiago is home to amazing Baroque and neoclassical architecture. Home of the world-known Bacardi brand, Santiago never ceases to amaze its tourists. Join us in visiting one of the most iconic cities in Cuba, and enjoy the best mojito you'll ever have.
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Things to do in Santiago de Cuba
MUSEUMS AND CULTURE
Visit Castillo de San Pedro de la Roca and enjoy the famous "puesta de sol." The Diego Velázquez House and Museum and Carnaval Museum are also a must while in Santiago de Cuba. Witness the gorgeous architecture that the Nuestra Señora de la Asunción Cathedral is famous for. Lastly, take a stroll at La Gran Piedra walking areas and get a feel of what life in Santiago is like.
NATURE AND PARKS
Enjoy of the slow-pace feel that Parque Cespedes and Baconao Park have to offer. Enjoy the music and play chess and at Parque Cespedes, or go for a walk and grab some fresh air at Baconao Park.
SITES YOU CAN'T MISS
Visit Avenida Victoriano de Garzon for fresh produce shopping, restaurants, and local bakeries. The avenue is closed to all traffic during the weekends, so it becomes a perfect spot to take a stroll at night and have some fun dance, eat, and drink delicious mojitos. Another site you can't miss while in Santiago is the former Bacardi Family Mansion. As many would know, Santiago was home to the world-known Bacardi brand before it moved to Puerto Rico. You can also stop by the original Bacardi factory.
Visit Castillo de San Pedro de la Roca and enjoy the famous "puesta de sol." The Diego Velázquez House and Museum and Carnaval Museum are also a must while in Santiago de Cuba. Witness the gorgeous architecture that the Nuestra Señora de la Asunción Cathedral is famous for. Lastly, take a stroll at La Gran Piedra walking areas and get a feel of what life in Santiago is like.
NATURE AND PARKS
Enjoy of the slow-pace feel that Parque Cespedes and Baconao Park have to offer. Enjoy the music and play chess and at Parque Cespedes, or go for a walk and grab some fresh air at Baconao Park.
SITES YOU CAN'T MISS
Visit Avenida Victoriano de Garzon for fresh produce shopping, restaurants, and local bakeries. The avenue is closed to all traffic during the weekends, so it becomes a perfect spot to take a stroll at night and have some fun dance, eat, and drink delicious mojitos. Another site you can't miss while in Santiago is the former Bacardi Family Mansion. As many would know, Santiago was home to the world-known Bacardi brand before it moved to Puerto Rico. You can also stop by the original Bacardi factory.
Get to Know Santiago de Cuba
Santiago de Cuba was founded in 1515 and it is home to 555 thousand "Santiagueros" (or locals). It is the capital of Santiago de Cuba providence, and it is the 5th village founded by Spanish conquistador Diego Velazquez. As the second-largest city in Cuba, Santiago strongly contributes to the Cuban economy through agriculture, banana and coffee plantations, and a large sea port. The city holds lots of history in it since it was where a major defeat for Spanish troops occurred during the Spanish-American War. Also, Santiago was where Fidel Castro proclaimed Cuban Revolution from the city hall. Its history, culture, and well-preserved architecture make Santiago de Cuba one of the top destinations for Caribbean cruises and a World Heritage site.