7 free things to do in Havana
DIANA RITA CABRERA
Lonely Planet Writer
ABOUT 15 HOURS AGO
Soak up the atmosphere of Havana's historic squares for free © James Gabbert / Shutterstock
Emptied your pockets on world-class habanos cigars and Cuban añejo rum? Don't fret, Havana can still be your oyster.
From stunning views to small, leafy gardens hidden in plain sight and underground bunkers dating back to the Cold War, these seven free things to do in Havana will make going gratis (free) a breeze.
The Estatua de Cristo park offers some of the best views of Havana © Florian Augustin / Lonely Planet
Enjoy Havana's best views at Estatua de Cristo
The Estatua de Cristo park is arguably the best place to take in knockout views of Cuba’s capital city. Cuban artist Jilma Madera created the 20m-tall sculpture of Jesus Christ by using 67 pieces of white marble from Carrara, Italy, and the statue sits on top of a 3m (10ft) pedestal. The monument overlooks the Havana Bay and a large part of the city thanks in part to its great location in Casablanca town, which sits 51m (167ft) above sea level and is aligned with the Catedral de la Habana (Havana Cathedral) across the bay.
Experience the different personalities of Havana's historic plazas © ac productions / Getty Images
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