4 Exceptional Places to Visit in Cuba

The best places to visit in Cuba highlight the country’s history, the countryside, colonial architecture, and beaches.

A trip to Cuba had been high on my bucket list for nearly a decade, ever since I got hooked on salsa dancing in Colombia. 

Salsa music has its origins in Cuba, as does the mojito (one of my favorite cocktails) and daiquiri.

Once I confirmed U.S. citizens can still travel to Cuba independently, my next question became where to spend my time.

As Cubans still don’t have widespread, easy access to high-speed internet, and I require the internet to work, I gave myself ten days. And I wanted to make the most of it!

Based on my research and experience traveling to Cuba, here are four places to visit in Cuba you won’t want to miss.