Little Havana Walking Tour (Lunch Option Available)

Little Havana Food and Culture Walking Tour in Miami

This three-hour guided tour through Little Havana's Calle Ocho explores Cuban migration, local cuisine, and cultural history, ideal for food and culture enthusiasts.

Highlights

• Learn about Cuban migration at the Bay of Pigs memorial
• Visit an old farmer's market showcasing tropical fruit varieties
• Meet locals and hear their stories of escape and new life in Miami
• Watch master rollers hand-roll cigars in a traditional cigar factory
• Explore Calle Ocho with a knowledgeable local guide

Description

Little Havana is a neighborhood known for its Cuban heritage, with family-run ventanitas serving café cubano and domino games at Domino Park happening from morning to evening. The tour begins at the Bay of Pigs Monument in Cuban Memorial Boulevard Park, where you hear stories of exile and community resilience that shaped the area.

Next, enjoy pastries from a traditional Cuban bakery, including flaky guava pastelitos and ham croquetas. Visit a working cigar factory to observe the precise craft of cigar rolling passed down from Havana. A stop at a Guayabera store introduces Miami Cuban style, followed by a traditional Cuban coffee tasting.

The tour continues with a Cuban sandwich and crispy mariquitas while your guide explains the history of Miami's transformation into a cultural landmark. A sit-down meal features authentic Cuban dishes and a secret dish revealed only on the day of the tour. The experience concludes at Domino Park, where locals gather to play dominoes.

Includes

• Croquetas de Jamón
• Pastelitos de Guava
• Cuban Sandwich
• Ropa Vieja (slow-braised shredded beef)
• Moros (black beans and rice cooked together)
• Maduros (sweet fried plantains)
• Secret Dish (revealed during the tour)
• Cuban Coffee
• Materva Soda
• Water

Excludes

• Guide's gratuities
• Transportation
• Hotel pickup and drop-off

Important Information

• Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before departure to check in. The guide will be identifiable by an orange umbrella.
• Contact the provider in advance to discuss any dietary requirements.
• This tour involves considerable walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
• The tour cannot accommodate guests with wheelchairs or requiring special assistance.
• Gratuities for guides are appreciated but not included.
• The legal drinking age is 21 years old.
• Itinerary and menu are subject to change based on location availability, weather, and other factors.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, book in advance and wear comfortable footwear. Morning tours offer cooler temperatures and quieter streets.