Overview
Join us on a culinary and cultural walking tour of Little Havana where you will discover the traditions, history, music and flavors of Cuba in Miami. We will enjoy the rhythm of salsa playing, eat delicious food and share the stories that only true locals know.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
We keep our groups small for a more personalized experience
A top culinary expert delivers the perfect combination of friendliness and cultural insight
A full mojito cocktail is included (unlike other tours that charge extra for it )
Visit to a cigar factory, Domino Park, Callejon Del Gallo, Cuban Memorial and other cultural stops
Our tour provides a fascinating cultural narrative along with each food tasting
Authentic Cuban cuisine served at multiple stops, equivalent to a full lunch.
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Meeting Point: Tower Theatre at 1508 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• MEETING AND ENDING LOCATION:
Tower Theatre, 1508 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135. The tour ends a few blocks away.
• YOUR TOUR GUIDE WILL CALL OR TEXT:
Your tour guide will call or text the phone number you left under your reservation about 1-2 hours prior to your tour to welcome you, ask if there are any vegetarians, and help you catch up if you are running late. Please note that we DO NOT cater to severe food allergies or vegans.
If you or anyone in your party is vegetarian, no pork, no beef or gluten free please communicate the food restrictions to your tour guide directly.
*SEVERE FOOD ALLERGIES:
Tour Operator DOES NOT cater for severe food allergies. Disclosure: since Tour Operator does not control food preparation at the restaurants, they cannot guarantee that cross-contamination won't occur.
• IMPORTANT:
Inspect your voucher before the tour to make sure you have the correct information and if you don't, please call customer service at 702-648-5873 or 888-680-1640.
• QUESTIONS, REFUNDS OR RESCHEDULE:
Call customer service at 702-648-5873 or 888-680-1640. We can't refund or reschedule your tour if you cancel within 24 hours. **NO EXCEPTIONS**
• STRICT 24 HOUR CANCELLATION POLICY.
We can't refund or reschedule your tour if you cancel within 24 hours. **NO EXCEPTIONS**
• GRATUITY FOR YOUR TOUR GUIDE IS **NOT** INCLUDED:
In the tour industry, it is customary to tip the tour guide much like at a restaurant. The suggested tip amount is between 18%-20% of the ticket price.
• PARKING:
Free parking behind Maximo Gomez Domino Park on SW 8th Street and 15th Ave. If the parking lot is full, additional metered parking can be found along SW 8th Street and at the nearby residential streets.
• WEATHER: We tour rain or shine, please bring an umbrella or poncho if it is announced to rain. Wear comfortable shoes. Tour ends one block away from the meeting point.
What to expect
-
Tower Theater
10 min
This is where the tour meets and we start with a brief introduction of what you will be experiencing during the tour. We will introduce the group to the magnificent Tower Theater. This is a very special place and we are the only tour in the area that has the privilege and permission to start the tour at his location.
-
Ball & Chain
10 min
Dating back to 1935, Ball and Chain used to be a famous jazz club that hosted Louis Armstrong and Billie Holiday. Today with different owners, it is as famous as it was before. *Until restrictions are lifted due to Coronavirus, we will not be able to serve alcohol and therefore we lowered our ticket price.
-
Cubaocho Museum and Performing Arts Center
5 min
Be debriefed on the various art pieces such as the Damas De Blanco and other artists as we explore together some of the paintings, murals and breathtaking works of art specifically on the facade and across to this location.
-
Havana Classic Cigar
10 min
Learn about the art of cigar rolling at our favorite cigar factory. Watch live how master rollers craft a cubano right before your eyes. We will cover how cigars are made and why it is such an important aspect of the Cuban culture
-
Domino Park
10 min
Dominos is Cuba's national game and we will celebrate it by visiting the viejitos playing dominos at all hours of the day. This is a famous landmark in Little Havana that will give you the experience to dive deep in the local culture while learning about its historical importance to the neighborhood.
-
Calle ocho Miami .com / Eight Street Miami
10 min
This is a must-see when you visit the neighborhood of Little Havana. Celia Cruz, Gloria Estefan and many other Latin celebrities have their own star in Little Havana.
-
Party Cake Bakery
5 min
One of the most beloved bakeries in Little Havana by locals, this place is filled with guava smell as they bake their famous guayaba pastelitos starting at 4:00am daily. We will enjoy one of a kind tasting that most people never get to try unless they visit with us!
-
Cuban Memorial Boulevard Park
10 min
Famous for the Eternal Torch in Honor of the 2506th Brigade.
-
Little Havana
10 min
This tour takes place in the Miami neighborhood of Cuban exiles called Little Havana, the cultural epicenter of Miami.
-
El Pub Restaurant
10 min
This restaurant is an institution in Little Havana and one of the oldest in the neighborhood. They serve authentic Cuban comfort food done with recipes passed down through the generations. We will be stopping to try one of Cuban's most delicious savory snacks.
-
Tower Theater
5 min
This is the first movie theater in the United States featuring American iconic movies with Spanish subtitles. We will learn about the importance this landmark has in the neighborhood as well as when it was built and transformed into an art deco building.
-
Bay of Pigs Monument
5 min
This monument celebrates the fallen of the bay of pigs invasion in Little Havana, Miami, Florida. We will visit this beautiful section in the neighborhood that reminds us of those who struggle in the fight for freedom.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/New York).
Additional Information
- Tour Operator can accommodate vegetarians or no beef, pork or prefer gluten-free but can NOT cater for vegan diets or for severe food allergies.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 14 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Little Havana Food and Walking Tour in Miami
Can I cancel Little Havana Food and Walking Tour in Miami for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours 30 min.
Where does it start?
Meeting Point: Tower Theatre at 1508 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135.
What's included?
- We keep our groups small for a more personalized experience
- A top culinary expert delivers the perfect combination of friendliness and cultural insight
- A full mojito cocktail is included (unlike other tours that charge extra for it )
- Visit to a cigar factory, Domino Park, Callejon Del Gallo, Cuban Memorial and other cultural stops
- Our tour provides a fascinating cultural narrative along with each food tasting
- Authentic Cuban cuisine served at multiple stops, equivalent to a full lunch.
Which places does it visit?
It visits Tower Theater, Ball & Chain, Cubaocho Museum and Performing Arts Center, Havana Classic Cigar, Domino Park, Calle ocho Miami .com / Eight Street Miami, Party Cake Bakery, Cuban Memorial Boulevard Park.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Miami Culinary Tours
