• Little Havana - El Pub Restaurant, situated at 1548 SW 8th St in Little Havana, Miami, has been a beloved family-owned establishment offering genuine Cuban dishes since 1996. It provides a nostalgic “Abuela-style” dining experience on Calle Ocho, complete with a classic diner setup and a well-loved ventanita (coffee window).
• Little Havana Gift Shop - Established in 2013 on Calle Ocho, the Little Havana Gift Shop is a family-run business recognized as one of the area’s first official souvenir stores. It serves as a cultural hub, offering Cuban souvenirs, Panama hats, and clothing, while treating visitors to complimentary Cuban coffee, embodying the neighborhood’s hospitable traditions.
• Little Havana Cigar Factory - The cigar factories in Little Havana, especially along Calle Ocho, began thriving in the 1960s and 70s as Cuban exiles brought their traditional, artisan cigar-making expertise to Miami. These shops adhere to strict old-world, hand-rolling methods (or “Cuban-style”) using high-quality tobacco leaves, often sourced from Central/South American seeds.
• Domino Park - Opened in 1976 on Calle Ocho, Máximo Gómez Park—commonly known as Domino Park—was established as a social center for Cuban exiles in Little Havana. Named after a Cuban revolutionary hero, the park was developed to celebrate Cuban heritage, becoming a lively and competitive gathering spot for domino games, coffee, and political discussions among older residents.
• Calle Ocho Walk of Fame - Launched in 1987 in Miami’s Little Havana, the Calle Ocho Walk of Fame celebrates influential Latin artists and figures, particularly those of Cuban descent, who have impacted global entertainment and culture. Located on SW 8th Street between 12th and 17th avenues, the sidewalk features bronzed stars akin to the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
• Cuban Memorial Boulevard Park - Situated on SW 13th Avenue in Little Havana, the Cuban Memorial Boulevard Park is a historic four-block area dedicated to the exile community’s struggle against communism. It includes the Eternal Torch for Brigade 2506 (Bay of Pigs) and monuments honoring veterans, prisoners, and independence heroes, serving as a focal point for Cuban heritage and political demonstrations.
• Tower Theater - Found in Little Havana, Miami, the historic Tower Theater opened in December 1926 as a premier state-of-the-art venue. Initially featuring Mediterranean Revival style, it was remodeled in 1931 with its distinctive Art Deco design. It became a cultural hub for Cuban immigrants in the 1960s, showcasing films with Spanish subtitles.
• Ball & Chain - Ball & Chain in Little Havana, Miami, is a historic venue that opened in 1935, evolving from a notorious Prohibition-era saloon into a legendary 1950s jazz club, hosting stars like Billie Holiday and Count Basie. After a period of closure, it was revived in 2014, blending Cuban culture, cocktails, and live music with its original, colorful gangster-linked history.
• Cubaocho Museum and Performing Arts Center - The Cubaocho Museum & Performing Arts Center is a cultural hub in Miami’s Little Havana dedicated to preserving Cuban art and history from the 1800s through 1958. Founded in 2007 by Cuban historian and collector Roberto Ramos, it focuses on rescuing artworks that were being erased or suppressed following the 1959 Cuban Revolution.
• Old’s Havana Cuban Bar & Cocina - Established in 2016, Old’s Havana Cuban Bar & Cocina is located on the historic Calle Ocho in Little Havana. The restaurant is designed to transport guests to the pre-revolutionary “Golden Era” of Cuba with vintage 1950s decor and traditional music. It serves as a “glossy tribute” to mid-century Havana, featuring black-and-white photography, antique record players, and a soundtrack of rumba and boleros.
• Azucar Ice Cream - Little Havana - Situated in the heart of Little Havana on Calle Ocho, this shop is a cultural landmark celebrated for its artisanal, Cuban-inspired flavors and its vibrant exterior, highlighted by a massive two-story ice cream cone sculpture.
• Los Pinarenos, Fruteria - Los Pinareños Fruteria is Little Havana’s oldest open-air fruit market, a staple of Calle Ocho for over 55 years. Founded by Cuban exiles Angel and Guillermina Hernandez in the early 1960s, the market specializes in tropical fruits, fresh-pressed sugarcane juice (guarapo), and Cuban coffee.

• Visit iconic Hollywood film locations in Miami, including Miami Vice and Scarface.
• Discounts on bike rentals and tours in South Beach.
• Small group tours for a personalized experience.
• Exclusive access to places larger groups can’t visit.
• Free admission to the Art Deco Museum.
• Guided walking tour with local experts.
• Insider tips on local attractions and dining.
• Tour historic Art Deco hotels and heritage structures.

Beyond the usual tourist attractions, this experience provides an in-depth exploration of the history and stories of Miami’s Cuban community, guided by a Cuban-born author who has been offering personalized tours since the 1980s. This tour aims to go beyond the surface and engage directly with local Cuban life, offering genuine culinary delights, cultural immersion, hidden treasures, and local life experiences. Visit local bakeries, discover the secrets of a delicious Cuban sandwich, and enjoy tropical ice cream, sugar cane juice, or handmade chocolates. Meet world-class cigar makers, enjoy live music with a traditional mojito, and explore the historic neighborhood known as “Miami’s Ellis Island.” Visit the historic Ball & Chain to journey back to the roaring 20s and experience morning rituals from crowing roosters to the rush for Cuban espresso at local cafes. This is a cultural experience with food tastings rather than a typical food tour. Each guest is responsible for their own food and beverage consumption.

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