Things to Do in Cuba: City Guides & Audio Tours

Cuba is a Caribbean island nation where centuries of Spanish, African and indigenous heritage have blended into a distinctive culture of music, dance and revolutionary history. Visitors can explore colonial plazas, vibrant cities and scenic landscapes that tell the story of a nation shaped by conquest, independence and socialism. Neywo provides a free audio guide for Cuba, covering 6 cities, 116 narrated places and 8 walking tours, with narration available in 11 languages.

Explore Cuba’s highlights

Cienfuegos

In Cienfuegos you can visit the Palacio de Valle, a striking eclectic mansion overlooking the bay, the Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Cathedral with its twin towers, and the Galería Estudio Vladimir Rodríguez Artista Visual, which showcases contemporary Cuban art.

Havana

Havana offers a wealth of historic fortifications, including the Castillo de la Real Fuerza, the massive San Carlos de la Cabaña Fortress, the iconic Morro Castle that guards the harbor entrance, and the Castle del Príncipe, each reflecting different eras of the city’s defensive past.

Matanzas

Matanzas is known for its cultural venues such as the Museo del Arte, which displays works by Cuban painters, the Cathedral of San Carlos De Borromeo with its neoclassical façade, and the historic Fire Station, a notable example of early 20th‑century architecture.

Santa Clara

Santa Clara is closely linked to the revolutionary figure Che Guevara; the Che Guevara Mausoleum dominates the city’s skyline, the Catedral de Santa Clara de Asis provides a peaceful place of worship, and the Tren Blindado monument commemorates the decisive battle that helped turn the tide of the revolution.

Trinidad

Trinidad’s well‑preserved colonial centre centres on the Plaza Mayor, surrounded by pastel‑coloured houses; nearby you can explore the Convento de San Francisco de Assis, the Teatro Brunet which hosts performances, and the Museo Romántico de Trinidad that offers insight into 19th‑century life.

Viñales

Viñales is famed for its dramatic limestone mogotes and fertile tobacco fields; the Viñales Valley itself is a UNESCO‑listed landscape where you can observe traditional farming methods and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding hills.

Explore Cuba with Neywo

Neywo’s free audio guide lets you discover Cuba at your own pace. As you approach each of the 116 narrated places across the eight walking tours, the app plays a short story about the site, delivering context and anecdotes without the need for a group or a fixed schedule. Available in 11 languages, the guide turns a simple walk into an engaging narrative experience. Download Neywo and let the island’s history, culture and natural beauty unfold step by step.