Cuban Memorial Park is located just south of Calle Ocho along SW 13th Ave in Little Havana in the middle of a working class residential neighborhood. Throughout the park are a series of monuments to Cuban and Cuban American icons. The park was created to serve as a place to remember those who fought for freedom and perished during the Cuban Revolution. At the entrance to the park is the Eternal Torch in Honor of the 2506th Brigade which is dedicated to the exiles who died during the Bay of Pigs Invasion. The invasion during the height of the Cold War in April of 1961 was a failed military military operation on the southwest coast of Cuba led by the Cuban Democratic Revolutionary Front, a group of Cuban exiles who attempted to overthrow Fidel Castro. The monument was dedicated in 1971 as an Eternal Torch that burns for those who fell fighting for freedom in the Cuban Revolution. Behind the Eternal Torch is a bust of Manolo Fernandez (1922-1986) known as "El Caballero del Tango", He was known as one of the most famous Tango musicians and escaped from Cuba in 1959 to settle in Miami. A silhouette of a soldier is dedicated to the anti-communist guerrilla that took place in Cuba from 1960-1966. This memorial honors the men and women who fought with weapons against the Castro regime. It was added to the park in 2021. Near by is bronze statue of Nestor “Tony” Izquierdo (1936-1979). He was a Cuban revolutionary hero and member of Brigade 2506. He participated in the Bay of Pigs invasion and served in Nicaragua's Somozan forces. The monument was created by artist Tony Lopez and installed in the park in 2001. A few steps down is a statue of the Virgin Mary, important for members of the Santeria faith. It is said that the statue is illuminated by a shaft of holy light every afternoon. Mary represents the strong bond of Cubans with Catholicism and was dedicated in 1957. Also sacred to the religion is a huge ceiba tree sheltering the Virgin Mary. Sometimes you can see offering left at the base of the tree. Other monuments include a map of Cuba with a quote from José Martí "the country is agony and duty" and a José Martí memorial dedicated to a man considered to be a Cuban national hero. Many parks and monuments throughout South Florida are named in his honor. He was a poet, revolutionary philosopher, writer, journalist, translator, professor, and publisher. He dedicated his life to the promotion of liberty and political independence for Cuba. His death during a battle against Spanish troops at the Battle of Dos Ríos was used to rally people to the cause of the independence of Cuba from Spain. A bust of Antonio Maceo Grajales (1845-1896), memorializes the man known as the "Bronze Titan". Grajales fought in both the 10 year war and Cuban war of independence before dying in battle. He was buried in Havana. In the rear of the park is the Square of Cuban journalists. The monument is triangle shaped monument with a Cuban Flag at the top. It lists the names of many journalists who were persecuted. The final monument is the USA and Cuban Flags depicting two hands holding a torch symbolizing the goodwill between Cuba and America. Cuban Memorial Park serves as a hub for the Calle Ocho Music Festival, a festival featuring music, dancing, art and food. The park has also been the site of many political demonstrations through the years. For visitors to Little Havana, the park is a great place to fill in your gaps in Cuban history. I also enjoyed seeing all of the roosters roaming around the center green space, especially the adorable chicks. The park is open everyday from sunrise to sunset. Leashed dogs are welcome.

I was born in Cuba so my opinion is breaking any type of law and a country the house taking you in it's a no no but this Cubans I participated aggressive act to overthrow the Castro regime well supported very well-known fact like Robert Kennedy CIA I'm sure everyone had goodness in their heart and intentions but the invasion failed and this man lost his life I wonder how things would have been if this had not failed until every different will I have been going back to Cuba so rest in peace my fellow soldiers

Cuban Memorial Park, if you visit Little Havana, don’t forget to swing by, to read up on history of Cubans here in the US. Especially the City of Miami, Florida. You’ll find the Bay of Pigs monument, the torch that is always burning, unless it rains hard of course, that would cause it to light out. There’s a Huge tree in The middle, The Jose MartinStatue, including a huge map of huge towards the rear.

Nice small shady park to get away from the heat! The "park" is actually a mile (maybe more) pathway for walking/jogging/running that runs from sw 8th st. (Calle Ocho) to sw 24th st. (Coral Way) with regular tree coverage for shade along the way.

A picturesque walkway winding down SW 13th Avenue, extending more than a mile south of Calle Ocho to Miami’s Coral Way (SW 24th St)... Several monuments dedicated to Cuban history can be found, mostly along the northern blocks of path.

A memorial on US Soil that commemorates a Victorious battle Won in the Bay of Pigs by none other than Fidel Castro. If that's not a proof of democracy I don't kniw what is. Viva USA. Viva else pueblo. Vivan lost trabajadores.

A Linear Park, shaded & landscaped the middle of a growing city, love it! Benches & trash cans have been added. Possible to walk to Vizcaya Palace by using pedestrian bridge at Vizcaya Transit Station!

Probably the least noticed part of Little Havana, but the most profound, by far. The memorials to Cuban heroes throughout history was profound & moving, even for a Puerto Rican like me.

El lugar es emotivo por lo que representa pero sinceramente , está sucio , muy dejado y la gente que hay por la zona no dan seguridad precisamente. Lo vimos ,hicimos fotos y nos fuimos

Very cool! Linear monument park to Cuban freedom fighters. The park is in the median of a tree lined avenue and has a path you can walk between trees with the monuments spread out.

Being in Little Havana, already gives you the feels of somewhat being in cuba, coming to the cuban memorial and getting a little more insight will make you picture a little better.

It was nice but was difficult to get much from it as everything is in spanish. I would love to see it in english too so I could participate and support these brave acts more.

The park is full of homeless people and people doing drugs. The smell around the trees is horrible because santeros go there to throw away dead animals and witchcraft stuff.

Historical place. Great place to hide in shades from the sun. Roosters and chickens are all over. Tip: rare spot in the area with free parking on the side of the alley.

This place has lots of information all through out. The park is so peaceful overall. There are tours for details of information about each piece there.

Wonderful historical street. It's a street with a park in the middle where there are trees and statues to give you a little history on Cubans.

People you should relax and visit this boulevard its amazing they also have police providing security . You can take amazing pictures …

Lugar informativo, nos encantaron los residentes . Una familia de gallos , gallinas y pollitos. La Ceiba me trajo memorias de mi infancia.

This is a beautiful park that memorializes the struggle of the Cuban people in America and the struggle of Cubans for their independence.

cool street to stroll along. I love the map of Cuba; it makes you realize how large this country really is. “la patria es agonia Y deber”

Is a park that starts from 8 st. Aka Calle ocho, all the way to 24 st. Aka Coral way. Most people use it to walk and walk their pets.

Its ok not many events or parking places but great to skate, walk, mediate but I use to go at midnight way more peaceful for me

Small green space, but with a great purpose. The explanatory plaque tells you a lot and the palm trees are beautiful.

Decent park for Miami, fair amount of drinking and homelessness. Interesting memorials. Good place for a dog walk.

Interesting place to check out and read about influential Cuban people. Nice place to sit and watch the chickens.

I followed a squirrel for three blocks. best experience yet. careful with the crackheads by the Cuban memorial.

Nice place to relax and gather thoughts with some interesting old tree growth. Worth a stop for a few minutes.

Love the chickens! Nice park with cool monuments. I enjoyed exploring and reading the historical information.

This is a nice park with a shady place to walk and interesting statues and monuments to the Cuban people.

Not exactly well-maintained but a nice tribute to those willing to sacrifice for the greater good.

Nice and quiet place beautiful And I hope one day Cuban people will have freedom in their country

Walking through this park was amazing. Stories of history ran through it. A peaceful place to go.

Would get 5 stars if City Police will clear the homeless who congregate in this beautiful park.

Extremely dirty. Trash all over the place. This place could have potential. Sadly not kept up.

It a really nice park to take a walk, read a book or just to be alone. It peace and quiet .

The oldest Cubans Coffee Shop in eaat little Havana also first Domino place back in the 70,

Great memorial.Need to keep cleaning.homeless people sleeping and garbage all over.sorry.

Beautiful walking path with memorial statues, benches, and beautiful homes and greenery.

Less of a park and more of a median with a foot path for pedestrians to have a stroll.

Bello historico lugar. Good for a walk with family full of history and great people.

Nice tour,, the Little Havana is nice, to seat,, drink Mohito and have a Cuban cigar

Trees several hundred years old and very uncommon Ceiba tree .very good area to walk

A place where we can place flowers for those who fought against the dictatorship.

Nice place but the police should do something about the bum situation over there

MEMORIAL FOR THE SOLDIERS THAT DIED IN THE BAY OF PIGS INVASION IN CUBA IN 1961

Nice place to chill and also to study. a little bit dark at night time though.

Reminder of cuba if you are cuban . Dominoe chair and tables +wonderful people

Expensive been in better places for price payed service great $$$$$ …

There was a cat laying in the sun who let me take his picture. 5 outta 5

Good to relax after walking for while on the famous 8th street in Miami.

This is a tourism public place should be more clean and well maintained

Nice memorial, even got to hear & see the roosters roaming around here.

Very historical Cuban site. Don't miss seeing it when in Little Havana.

Nice little park with lots of shade. Great for walking your puppy!

Nice place the service is very good and the food is very italian

Tourist spot, careful for random bags on the floor near tree

I like to visit the place. Need urgently som repair job!!

Great Park to and walk. Great Park to ride bike. …

I like it calm fast ima tell you about the taste later

Love Little Havana....It will always be Little Havana

It's an okay Park but I don't represent all Cubans

Great to walk your dog and go out for a smoke

Nice history of the Cuban lifestyle and life

Great Linear-Park to stroll, jog, and enjoy.

Absolutely beautiful and well taken care of.

Good place near little Havana for a sit out

Just chilling with some old school friends

The most beautiful moments with family!!!

I just love everything with cuban history

Good historical evidence of our culture.

Very interesting place, lots of history.

Quiet, please area, steeped in history.

Brave people. Socialism destroys lives.

It's nice they haven't been forgotten.

Lots of happy people. Loved la calle 8

Nice area, solid cuban. Lots of shops.

Beautiful memorial of the bay of pigs

Very nice area to relax and exercise.

Good place for a run or to walk a dog

Full of things to do at great prices

Good place for walk and spend time

Very interesting and informative.

Great place! You can rest there!

Beautiful park in little Havana

Recently nicely re landscaped.

What a difference in this area

It's an OK place for tourist.

WE WUZ KANGZ AND SHEIT PARK.

Educational and interesting.

Emotive. Love and respect

Cool cultural destination

育ちが良さそうな鶏がいて癒されました✨ …

It was a very nice walk.

The chickens are so cool

Ex raid Pokemon Go Stop.

Fun area to walk around

Beautiful, quiet park.

Nice place for a walk.

Love the Cuban people.

A Good Memorial Place.