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Afro-Cuban Culture Tour
Discover the African Roots of Cuban Culture
On this day tour of Havana you learn about the colourful and ancient religions that arrived to Africa and have since flourished in Cuba.
At a Glance
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Time | 9:30am to 11:30 am |
| Availability | Daily (except Jan 1, Dec 25) |
| Group Size | Private tour, max 16 guests |
| Meeting Point | Callejón de Hamel, Centro Havana |
Private Tour Prices
| Group Size | Price/Person |
| 1 | $68 USD |
| 2-4 | $52 USD |
| 5+ | $45 USD |
| For a Private Tour, the start time can be tailored to suit your requirements | |
Highlights
- Learn about the colourful and ancient religions that arrived to Africa and have since flourished in Cuba.
- Explore Callejón de Hamel: a vibrant and artistic alley that is an homage to Afro-Cuban culture
- Enjoy a specialty local cocktail and a visit to a local artist's home
About the Tour
The Africans who were enslaved and brought to Cuba not only contributed greatly to the formation of the country, but also the culture. They brought many religions and beliefs, primarily from West Africa. Although the Spaniards forbade their practices, and forced them into Catholicism, the religions of their homeland were too powerful to be extinguished and instead morphed and syncretised to become a new unique religion.
On this day tour of Havana you will learn about the four main religions in Cuba that can trace their roots back to Africa. One of them - Santeria is now the most popular of all religions in Cuba and has a profound impact on Cuban society. Learn about these religions with a specialist local guide, who will show you around the Callejón de Hamel – the alley in Central Havana which is a vibrant artistic masterpiece of the late Salvador Gonzales Escalona, a man with a vision of celebrating the cultural contributions and importance of African ancestry to his Central Habana community.
Legality for Americans: Services are OFAC compliant under the general license Support for the Cuban people 515.574
Tour Combinations: This tour is part of our Full Day Package tour which in one full day, also includes the Old Havana Walking tour, and the Classic Car tour.
Child Policy: Child friendly experience
Included
- Professional Havana English speaking tour guide
- Activities as noted
- 1 drink during the home visit
Not Included
- Transportation to/from meeting point
- Additional food and drinks
- Tips/gratuities
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