Habana Vieja (Old Havana) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a living museum of Spanish colonial architecture. Grand plazas, baroque churches, art deco buildings, and crumbling mansions create a unique atmosphere where every street tells a story of Cuba’s complex history.

The four main plazas — Plaza de la Catedral, Plaza Vieja, Plaza de Armas, and Plaza de San Francisco — are each beautiful in their own way, surrounded by restored colonial buildings housing museums, galleries, and restaurants.

Pro tip: Hire a local guide for a walking tour — they know the hidden courtyards, the best paladares (private restaurants), and the stories behind the buildings that you’d never discover on your own.