• Two halves of a fried, filled pastry held in hands; golden-brown exterior, visible yellow and brown filling.
  • Band playing at Ball & Chain bar, Miami.  Musicians with instruments on stage, green wall, photos, and patrons.
  • A person pours espresso shots from a pitcher into small cups on a wooden surface.
  • Three people looking at a dark monument with a flame on top, in a sunny outdoor setting.
  • Man in hat and apron shaping tobacco leaf at a workshop table.
  • Buffet table with various pastries and appetizers.
  • Man taking a selfie in front of a colorful
  • Blue and white vintage car parked in front of a wall with Cuban-themed artwork.
  • Two men at a mojito stand. One takes a photo. Others are visible at the stand with green and tan branding.
  • Pastries on display in a bakery. Rows of tarts topped with fruit and cream. Person in background.
  • Two men pose in front of a mural of
  • Four men playing chess at an outdoor cafe. One in a fedora and another in a red shirt, both with their hands on their heads, looking stressed.
  • Man in red tank top and shorts taking a photo of a large, colorful rooster statue outside a restaurant.
  • Woman in yellow sweater sips from a cup at a table with pastries and a drink in a cafe.
  • Man smoking cigar, wearing sunglasses and patterned shirt, in front of a colorful mural.
  • Person's finger points to a display of baked goods in a bakery, including pastries, rolls, and bread.
  • People in a coffee shop look at a coffee roaster. A woman in a red apron explains.
  • Mural: Man with sunglasses and woman with curly hair, in front of a pink and blue graffiti background.
  • Open wooden box filled with cigars, a glass, and packaging.
  • Cigar shop interior with wooden shelves, cigars, and barrels. Mist fills the air, dimly lit.

Little Havana Food and Walking Tour in Miami

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2 hours

Description


Immerse yourself in the Cuban food and culture of Little Havana on this guided walking tour with food tastings. Discover family-owned establishments and the authentic taste of Cuba.


Highlights


  • Savor authentic Cuban food such as empanadas, croquetas, and pastries
  • See how Cuban coffee is prepared, from roasting to tasting
  • Watch the art of hand-rolling tobacco leaves to create the finest cigars
  • Explore the 5 main blocks of Calle Ocho – the heart of Little Havana
  • Learn about Little Havana's culture, music, and history from your local guide

Explore the 5 main blocks of Miami's Little Havana and learn about the culture and history of this unique neighborhood with a local guide. Enjoy tastings from the best family-owned establishments on Calle Ocho, serving traditional Cuban food and coffee.


Meet your local bilingual guide at a traditional Cuban coffee house where the coffee is roasted in-house, and where you can taste this unique beverage for yourself.


On the tour, you will:

  • taste a variety of Cuban foods such as empanadas, croquetas, guava pastries, and other delicacies.
  • meet local musicians and enjoy traditional Cuban music.
  • watch the ancient art of cigar rolling.
  • visit cultural and historic sites along the way.

Visit Domino Park, the cultural epicenter of Little Havana. See the iconic Cuban Jazz bar that Louis Armstrong and Billie Holiday frequented. Learn about the historic Tower Theatre and the Cubaocho Museum and Performing Arts Center. Walk the Calle Ocho Walk of Fame honoring famous Cubans like Celia Cruz and Gloria Estefan.


Cuban history is ever present in this neighborhood with the eternal flame and memorials for those who fought for Cuban Independence in the Cuban Memorial Boulevard Park, and the Bay of Pigs Monument which honors those who fell in that battle.


  • What's Included?

    • Guided walking tour
    • Bilingual tour guide
    • Food tastings
    • Cuban coffee
    • Demonstration of cigar rolling
    • Live Cuban music

  • Exclusions

    • Tip or gratuity
    • Drinks
    • Additional food purchases
    • Transportation

  • Please note

    • Stroller / pram accessible
    • Public transportation nearby
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • No luggage or large bags
    • Not suitable for people with mobility impairments

  • What do I need to bring?

    • Sunscreen
    • Hat
    • Sensible walking shoes

  • Itinerary

    SW 8th St and SW 15th Ave., Miami


    1508 SW 8th St, 33135-5219 Miami


    1513 SW 8th St, 33135-5218 Miami


    1465 SW 8th St, Suite 106, 33135-3899 Miami


    1419 SW 8th St, 33135-3803 Miami


    SW 8th St, Miami


    999 SW 13th Ave, 33135-5421 Miami


    806 SW 13th Ave, 33135-5422 Miami

  • Meeting Points

    You can start this experience at the following places.


    La Colada Gourmet "THE HOUSE OF CUBAN COFFEE" 

    1518 SW 8th St, 33135 Miami-Dade County Miami, US