Capital city, Cuba
Getting around Havana
How to get around Havana
Walk in the old city; use official taxis, shared colectivos or classic-car taxis for longer trips. Buses are crowded and unreliable. Fuel shortages cut service often.
Ways to get around Havana
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Taxi (official or private) | $5–12 across the city | No meters; agree the fare in cash before you ride |
| Classic-car tour | About $30–50 per hour | Negotiate before getting in; fares quoted in USD |
| Almendrón shared taxi | About 150–300 CUP | Fixed routes; locals only really use them |
| Viazul coach | $12–60 depending on route | Long-distance buses; book tickets at the terminal |
Taxis in Havana
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No Uber or Bolt. Official taxis, private taxis and your casa host's drivers are the norm; agree the fare before getting in.
Arriving in Havana
José Martí International (HAV)
Taxi to Vedado or Habana Vieja about $30–40, 30–45 minutes; prearrange with your casa host. Public bus P-12 is slow and crowded.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. Foreign licences are valid for 6 months, but fuel is scarce; hiring a car with a driver works better.
- Onward travel in Cuba: Viazul coaches link Havana, Viñales, Trinidad and Santiago, but fuel shortages cancel trips. Shared colectivo taxis booked through casa hosts are often more reliable. Trains are unreliable.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Havana?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No Uber or Bolt. Official taxis, private taxis and your casa host's drivers are the norm; agree the fare before getting in.
What's the best way to get around Havana?
Walk in the old city; use official taxis, shared colectivos or classic-car taxis for longer trips. Buses are crowded and unreliable. Fuel shortages cut service often.
How do I get from the airport to Havana?
Taxi to Vedado or Habana Vieja about $30–40, 30–45 minutes; prearrange with your casa host. Public bus P-12 is slow and crowded.
Is Havana walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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