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Plaza de Armas, Havana

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#8 of 356 in Things to do in Havana
World heritage site · Landmark · Tourist Spot
Enjoy the historic and peaceful Plaza de Armas, and walk upon its unusual wooden-brick pavings, originally put in place to prevent the sounds of horses' hooves as they walked through the square. A great place to pick up souvenirs and knick knacks (there is a daily second-hand book market every day except Sundays), the square also serves as a picturesque setting to simply take in the sights. Take a seat and watch life go by in the square, lined with palm trees and showcasing amazing architecture. You can als pop into plenty of restaurants and bars in the surrounding area for refreshments. To visit Plaza de Armas on your trip to Havana, use our Havana trip builder.
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  • By 966imtiazs
    If you are in Havana If you are visiting old Havana it should be in you itinerary there are lots of other places nearby to visit  more »
  • By MPWEST10
    Loved this plaza? Always full of people, lots of food and street snack vendors. Buskers. Beautiful park with plenty of seats to take a green break.. parque cespedez. And of course the magnificent and....  more »
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  • By Denis Lalonde
    this so much to say at the plaza de Beautiful place to visite
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    This is a beautiful place. Lots of history.
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