Lonely Planet Havana: City Guide by Brendan Sainsbury


Lonely Planet Havana: City Guide
Title : Lonely Planet Havana: City Guide
Author :
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ISBN : 1741040698
ISBN-10 : 9781741040692
Language : English
Format Type : Paperback
Number of Pages : -
Publication : First published September 1, 2007

Havana is a cultural powerhouse. A delightful and at times wicked set of contradictions, she is proud and boastful, unabashed and raw. Unlock the doors to the city - the Havana of delectable mojitos and proud intellectualism, of salsa and Santeria - with this comprehensive guide: cruise through Havana Vieja ona tailored walking tour, find romance along the Malecon, or simply puff knowingly on your Cohiba as you marvel at this cosmopolitan city on the verge of international stardom.

Discover Havana - dedicated Arts, Music and Architecture chapters reveal the culture, history, spirit and pathos of this Caribbean dynamo.

Find Yourself - detailed full-color maps guide you through Havana Vieja's narrow streets to her revolutionary monuments and neighboring beaches.

When Night Falls - immerse yourself in Havana's mambo rhythms or find that perfect hostel with expanded sleeping, eating and entertainment listings.

Under The Skin - comprehensive language and cultural coverage, and candid local interviews take you beyond the tourist trail.


Lonely Planet Havana: City Guide Reviews


  • Catherine Woodman

    The best maps of Havana of any of the guidebooks I looked at, and if you are only going to near Havana, this might be a better choice than the bigger book for Cuba (although that is definitely better)