The best months to visit Havana are Nov – Apr. Dry season with lower humidity.
Quick facts
When to go
A time-capsule city where 1950s convertibles cruise crumbling colonial boulevards, salsa spills from every doorway, and the Malecon holds the soul of an island.
Nov – Apr is the busiest window in Havana, so accommodation and flights go first. Book ahead. The shoulder weeks either side are usually quieter for the same reason.
Getting Around in Havana
- Colectivo taxis (shared old American cars) run fixed routes for CUP50–200 per person. Wave one down going your direction. They're an authentic Cuban experience
- Yellow coco-taxis (egg-shaped three-wheelers) are fun for short trips: CUP1,000–3,000 per ride. Negotiate before boarding
- Havana is very walkable: Old Havana to Vedado is a 45-minute walk along the Malecon. For longer distances, negotiate with private taxi drivers in classic cars
For month-by-month detail, itineraries and costs, see the full Havana travel guide.
Timezone: CST (UTC−5) (Daylight saving observed (Mar–Nov))
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Havana?
The best months to visit Havana are Nov – Apr (Dry season with lower humidity), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Havana budget breakdown.
