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Current Time in Havana, Cuba
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America/Havana
Havana Timezone Details
| Timezone | CST/CDT |
| UTC Offset (standard) | UTC-5:00 |
| UTC Offset (summer/DST) | UTC-4:00 |
| Daylight Saving Time | Yes (observed) |
| IANA Timezone ID | America/Havana |
| Country |  Cuba |
| Population | 2.1 million |
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✈ HAV
José Martí International
🚇 Getting Around Havana
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Almendrones (shared taxis)
💡 Iconic 1950s American cars run fixed routes like buses. Cheap (20–40 CUP) but crowded. Hail on the street.
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Metrobus (camiones)
💡 Articulated buses on major routes. Very cheap but extremely crowded. Pay in CUP currency.
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Bicitaxi (pedicab)
💡 Three-wheeled bicycle taxis common in Old Havana. Agree on price before riding — typically $1–3 USD.
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Coco Taxi
💡 Yellow egg-shaped three-wheelers for tourists. Negotiate price beforehand. Fun but pricey.
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Particular (private car)
💡 Unlicensed but widely used. Negotiate a fare in advance — always agree before getting in.
🎫 Tickets & Passes
Single: 20–40 CUP for almendrones / buses. USD also widely accepted for tourist taxis.
Day cap: N/A — pay per trip
Weekly: N/A
✈ Airport link: No public transport from José Martí Airport. Official taxi to Old Havana: $25–35 USD (30 min)
💡 Cuba operates a two-currency reality — tourists pay in USD or MLC. Locals use CUP. Carry cash; cards often don't work.
📱 Recommended app: No app — arrange transport at your hotel or negotiate directly
🏛 Top Attractions in Havana
Highlights, entry prices & insider tips
Old Havana (Habana Vieja)
Free
Neighbourhood
💡 UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stunning Spanish colonial architecture. Plaza Vieja and Obispo street are the heart.
Malecón seafront
Free
Landmark
💡 8km esplanade along the Caribbean. Best at sunset — locals fish, play music and socialise here. Very atmospheric.
Revolution Square (Plaza de la Revolución)
Free
Landmark
💡 Massive square with iconic Che Guevara mural. Site of political rallies. Visits usually daytime only.
Havana classic car tour
$30–60/hr
Attraction
💡 Touring in a 1950s American convertible is the most iconic Havana experience. Agree price before departure.
Fusterlandia (José Fuster)
Free
Art
💡 Artist's neighbourhood in Jaimanitas covered entirely in colourful Gaudí-style ceramic mosaics. A surreal delight.
Trinidad (day trip)
Free
Historic
💡 4 hours by Viazul bus. UNESCO colonial city perfectly preserved from the 17th century. Well worth the trip.
Tropicana Cabaret
$75–100
Entertainment
💡 Open-air cabaret under the stars since 1939. Over-the-top feather costumes and live orchestra. Book ahead.
Buena Vista Social Club / live music
$10–30
Music
💡 Legendary Cuban music lives on at La Casa de la Música and El Floridita. Ask your casa owner for local tips.
🎟 Money-saving tip: Bring all the cash you need — US bank cards and Visa/Mastercard from US banks do not work in Cuba. Euros, Canadian dollars or Mexican pesos are best to exchange. Casas particulares (private homestays) are the best accommodation.
🍽 Where to Eat in Havana
Local favourites & must-try dishes
La Guarida (paladar)
£££
Cuban Fusion
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Centro Habana
💡 Havana's most famous private restaurant (paladar) — set in a crumbling mansion. Film location for Strawberry & Chocolate. Stunning rooftop bar.
Doña Eutimia
££
Traditional Cuban
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Old Havana
💡 The best ropa vieja (shredded beef) in Havana. Book ahead — tiny and very popular.
El Floridita (daiquiris)
£££
Cocktail Bar
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Old Havana
💡 Hemingway's bar since the 1930s. The original daiquiri. Touristy but unmissable for the history.
La Bodeguita del Medio
££
Cuban / Bar
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Old Havana
💡 Birthplace of the mojito. Crowded and touristy but atmospheric. Famous for its graffiti walls.
Paladares (private restaurants)
££
Cuban
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Various
💡 Private Cuban restaurants are consistently better than state restaurants. Ask your casa for recommendations.
Coppelia Ice Cream Park
£
Ice Cream
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Vedado
💡 Communist-era ice cream institution — pay in CUP at the local price (pennies). Queue with Cubans for the experience.
£ = under $10 USD · ££ = $10–25 USD · £££ = $25–60 USD · ££££ = $60+ USD
💡 Local tip: Pay in CUP at paladares and markets for local prices. State restaurants (where Cubans eat) are cheaper but quality is inconsistent. Mojitos and daiquiris are the essential drinks.
🏨 Where to Stay in Havana
Best hotels for every budget
Casas Particulares (homestays)
$30–80/night
Hostel
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All neighbourhoods
💡 The recommended way to stay in Cuba. Private rooms in Cuban homes — authentic, clean, breakfast often included. Book via Airbnb or arrive and walk Old Havana streets looking for "Arrendador" signs.
Hotel Nacional de Cuba
$100–200/night
★★★★★
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Vedado
💡 The iconic 1930 hotel. Mob history, Sinatra, Churchill — historic but dated rooms. The bar and terrace are worth a visit regardless.
Iberostar Parque Central
$120–250/night
★★★★★
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Old Havana
💡 Best international-standard hotel in Old Havana. Rooftop pool. Steps from the Capitolio.
Kempinski Manzana
$200–400/night
★★★★★
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Old Havana
💡 The most luxurious hotel in Cuba. Inside a restored 1910 shopping gallery. Rooftop pool with city views.
Casa Victor & Lili
$50–80/night
Hostel
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Vedado
💡 Excellent private casa particular in the Vedado neighbourhood. Very clean, great breakfast and welcoming hosts.
💡 Area tip: Casas particulares (private homestays) are always better than state hotels for atmosphere and food. The Cuban government hotels are improving but still lag behind casas. Always bring cash — card machines are unreliable.
🎭 Entertainment & Nightlife in Havana
Theatres, clubs, live music & local events
Casa de la Música (Galiano)
Music
💡 Live Cuban music nightly — salsa, timba and son. Matinee shows (5pm) are cheaper and equally good. Best place for live Havana music.
Fabrica de Arte Cubano (FAC)
Art/Nightclub
💡 Cuba's most innovative cultural space — contemporary art galleries, multiple stages and dance floors in a former cooking oil factory. Open Thu–Sun.
Tropicana Cabaret
Cabaret
💡 The legendary 1939 outdoor cabaret under the stars. Feathered costumes, live orchestra, pure Las Vegas glamour. Book 2+ days ahead.
Buena Vista Social Club residency
Music
💡 The iconic Cuban band has successors still performing at venues around the city. Ask your casa host for current performances.
El Guajirito (jazz)
Jazz
💡 Intimate jazz club in Vedado. Traditional Cuban jazz nightly. Very local, very authentic.
Malecon evening stroll
Culture
💡 The Malecón after sunset is Havana's free nightly social event — musicians, lovers, fishermen and locals sharing rum.
Fototeca de Cuba (photography)
Art
💡 Free photography gallery in Old Havana square. Rotating exhibitions of outstanding Cuban documentary photography.
Classic car ride at sunset
Attraction
💡 Cruise the Malecón and Prado in a 1950s American convertible at sunset. $30–60/hour. The definitive Havana experience.
🌙 Nightlife tip: Havana's cultural scene is genuinely extraordinary and inexpensive. FAC and Casa de la Música are the best regular venues. Ask your casa particular host for live music tips — they always know what's on.
💡 Travel Tips for Havana
Practical info for a smooth trip
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Currency
Cuban Peso (CUP). US dollars, Euros and Canadian dollars are the best to bring — exchange at CADECA or your hotel. US credit/debit cards DO NOT work. Bring all the cash you need.
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Weather
Tropical climate — 25–30°C year-round. Dry season November–April is best. Rainy season May–October with afternoon downpours. Hurricane season June–November.
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SIM / Data
Buy a Cubacel SIM at ETECSA offices — bring your unlocked phone. Data is slow and expensive by global standards. WiFi cards sold at ETECSA for use in parks and hotel lobbies.
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Plugs
Type A/B (110V) and Type C (220V) in some places. Bring universal adapters. Power cuts are common — bring a battery pack.
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Tipping
Tipping in CUC-era was important; now tip in USD or EUR at restaurants and for services. CUP tips are less valued by workers who need hard currency. $1–5 per service.
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Medicine
Bring all prescription medication you need — pharmacies in Cuba have very limited supplies. Travel insurance with medical coverage is essential.
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Emergency
Call 106 for police. 104 for ambulance. Medical facilities for tourists: SERVIMED at Cira García Clinic — bring travel insurance.
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Safety
Cuba is one of the safest countries in the Caribbean. Petty theft and scams (jineteros) targeting tourists exist but violent crime is rare. Be firm but friendly about unsolicited offers.
📅 Best time to visit
December–April (dry season, cooler temperatures 22–27°C, no hurricanes). The Havana Jazz Festival (January) and Film Festival (December) are highlights. Avoid August–September (hottest, most humid).
🛂 Visa information
Tourist card (tarjeta del turista) required for all visitors — buy online or at the airport before departure ($25–50 USD). US citizens may travel under specific OFAC licence categories. Check current regulations.
About Havana Time Zone (CST/CDT)
Havana, the capital of Cuba, uses Cuba Standard Time (CST, UTC−5) in winter and Cuba Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−4) in summer. Cuba's clock changes broadly align with US Eastern Time changes.
Key fact: Havana shares its winter UTC offset with New York (EST) though Cuba has its own timezone rules.
Use the live clock at the top of this page to see the exact current time in Havana with seconds. The clock updates every second and uses your browser's timezone database for accuracy.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Havana Time
What time is it in Havana right now? +
The current time in Havana, Cuba is displayed by the live clock at the top of this page. Havana is in the CST/CDT timezone (UTC-5:00 in winter, UTC-4:00 in summer).
What timezone is Havana in? +
Havana is in the CST/CDT timezone. The IANA timezone identifier is
America/Havana. The UTC offset is -5:00 in winter and -4:00 in summer.Does Havana observe Daylight Saving Time? +
Yes, Havana observes Daylight Saving Time (DST). Clocks are set forward in spring and back in autumn. In winter, the UTC offset is -5:00; in summer it is -4:00.
What is the UTC offset for Havana? +
Havana's UTC offset is UTC-5:00 in winter and UTC-4:00 in summer. UTC offset means how many hours ahead of or behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) the local time is.
What is the time difference between Havana and London? +
Havana (CST/CDT) is UTC-5:00. London (GMT/BST) is UTC+0 in winter and UTC+1 in summer. Havana shares its winter UTC offset with New York (EST) though Cuba has its own timezone rules.
How do I convert Havana time to UTC? +
To convert Havana time to UTC, subtract UTC-5:00 from the local time. For example, if it is 15:00 in Havana and the UTC offset is UTC-5:00, you calculate backward to find the UTC equivalent. Use the conversion table on this page for real-time values.
What continent is Havana in? +
Havana is located in North America. It is the 2.1 million population city in Cuba.
What is the IANA timezone name for Havana? +
The IANA (Internet Assigned Numbers Authority) timezone database identifier for Havana is
America/Havana. This is the official timezone name used in programming languages and operating systems.What time is sunrise in Havana today? +
Today's sunrise and sunset times for Havana are displayed live in the weather panel at the top of this page. The exact times update daily based on Havana's latitude and the current date. Sunrise typically varies between approximately 5:00–8:00 AM depending on the season, with the earliest sunrises around the summer solstice (June) and the latest around the winter solstice (December).
What time does it get dark in Havana? +
Sunset times in Havana are shown live at the top of this page. Sunset varies by season: in summer, the sun may set as late as 8:00–9:00 PM, while in winter, sunset can occur as early as 4:00–5:00 PM. Check the live display for today's exact sunset time.
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