Little Havana Food and Walking Tour in Miami

Description

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.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Tower Theater, 1508 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135-5219

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.

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Ball & Chain, 1513 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135-5218

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.

Stop At: Cubaocho Museum and Performing Arts Center, 1465 SW 8th St Suite 106, Miami, FL 33135-3899

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.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Havana Classic Cigar, 1419 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135-3803

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

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Domino Park, S.W. 8th St. and S.W. 15th Ave., Miami, FL

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.

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Calle Ocho Walk of Fame, SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135, USA

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.

Stop At: Party Cake Bakery, 1356 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135, USA

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!

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Cuban Memorial Boulevard Park, 999 SW 13th Ave, Miami, FL 33135, USA

Famous for the Eternal Torch in Honor of the 2506th Brigade.

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Little Havana, Miami, FL

This tour takes place in the Miami neighborhood of Cuban exiles called Little Havana, the cultural epicenter of Miami.

Stop At: El Pub Restaurant, 1548 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135, USA

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.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Tower Theater, 1508 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135-5219

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.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Bay of Pigs Monument, 806 SW 13th Ave, Miami, FL 33135-5422

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.

Duration: 5 minutes

What's Included:
Traditional Cuban food tastings that are equivalent to a full lunch.
The best mojito in town! Freshly squeezed guarapo juice, Cuban coffee, and water.
A Cigar factory tour, Domino Park, Callejon art gallery, Cuban Memorial Blvd.
Each food you will taste will be accompanied by a fascinating cultural narrative.
The perfect combination of friendliness and insight from a top culinary and cultural expert

Departure Point:
MDC's Tower Theater Miami, 1508 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135, USA


Additional Info:
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
In 2022, Tripadvisor ranked this tour as one of the "Top Overall Experiences Worldwide."
The Tripadvisor Traveler's Choice Award has been awarded to our tour for the past ten years in a row.
There is less than a half-mile walk. Along the way, there are plenty of rest stops.
Our groups have exclusive access to locations that other tours don't have.
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Meeting point: Tower Theatre at 1508 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135.
Parking: Free parking behind Domino Park on SW 8th Street and 15th Ave, metered parking along SW 8th Street
We cater to vegetarians. When booking, please note them under the "Special Requirements" section. At this time, we are unable to accommodate gluten-free, vegan diets, or severe/life-threatening food allergies.
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Our health and yours is our top priority, and we have put special measures in place to keep everyone safe.