Little Havana Visitor Center

1703 reviews

1600 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135

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Little Havana Visitor Center is a Tourist attraction located at 1600 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135. It has received 1703 reviews with an average rating of 4.4 stars.

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Hours

Monday10AM-6PM
Tuesday10AM-6PM
Wednesday10AM-6PM
Thursday10AM-4PM
Friday10AM-6PM
Saturday10AM-6PM
Sunday10AM-6PM

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  • The address of Little Havana Visitor Center: 1600 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135

  • Little Havana Visitor Center has 4.4 stars from 1703 reviews

  • Tourist attraction

  • "The Little Havana Visitor Center is a great place to learn about Cuban culture and history"

    "“Little Cuba in Miami"

    "Its a store with souvenirs connected with Cuba - no wonder, its a heart of Little Havana"

    "Got the most unique experience visiting little Havana"

    "Waste of time to go here"

Reviews

  • Ariel Blanco

The Little Havana Visitor Center is a great place to learn about Cuban culture and history. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable, and they provide excellent information about the area. The visitor center is also a great place to buy souvenirs, and the prices are very reasonable. I highly recommend the Little Havana Visitor Center for anyone who wants to learn more about Cuban culture and history. One of my favorite parts of this visitor center is that they offer free Cuban coffee. The coffee is excellent, and it's great to have a cup while I'm at the center exploring some of the exhibits. I also like that this visitor center is right on the street. I can see some of the architecture of Little Havana while I'm here, and I get to interact with people out on the street. This makes visiting the Little Havana Visitor Center feel like an authentic Cuban experience rather than just an exhibit inside a building. There's no better place in Little Havana to learn about Cuban culture. Jay P has been the best tour guide I have ever had the privilege of knowing. He not only is very knowledgeable about the streets of Miami, but he also possesses a great sense of humor, which makes having a two-hour tour with him fly by. So whenever you are looking for a tour that will be informative and entertaining, Jay P is definitely your guy! Little Havana does not have a lot of parking available, and most of the streets are one-way. If you're looking for parking, your best bet is to find a spot on a side street. There are a few parking garages in the area, but they can be expensive. I suggest finding a spot on a side street and then walking to your destination. I highly recommend this tour for anyone who wants to learn more about Cuban culture or just have an enjoyable time with friends in Miami!
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

  • Sanjay Gupta

“Little Cuba in Miami... Must include this place in your Miami list...” We had added this place to our itinerary list Bt did not get time...On last day, it was raining and we bunked Virginia key beach and decided to go this place... 8 avenue (i guess) - while entering it was like a normal street but try to explore around domino park. 4-5 blocks each side of domino park ll not be like America. It's CUBA…!! People here are living their life same as Cubans. They r playing dominos (dice game)- without caring tourist are around them. Cool graffiti are everywhere And what's the rooster thing with Cubans?? Even in SkyWest and here too, roosters are roaming on road... They have their statue in and out of their shop. Try their pubs and Cuban beer. Even at 2-3 pm, it was live music there. Bartenders r not good in English, just hi hello thanks… We bought some magnet , it was handmade .. And of course buy some cigars. They ll roll it for you. Freshly..

  • Mirosław Siemieniuk

Its a store with souvenirs connected with Cuba - no wonder, its a heart of Little Havana. The owner and the lady in charge Mrs. Jackie are extremely nice, polite and helpful. I bought here as suvenirs: two distressed license plates (usa and cuban), a T-shirt with photos of cigars and a hat. The interesting thing apart from souvenirs is a small room FULL of Coca-Cola related stuff (!) Waw, wonderful ! Thx Mr. 'Second Half of Mrs Jackie' for letting me made a quick glance there. I do appreciate this. The result - now you have a look at the attached photos. ENJOY!

  • Reshma Manohar

Got the most unique experience visiting little Havana. There is wide range of things to see and do here. Can easily spend half a day walking through the streets filled with actual Cuban people; cigar making/selling stores; authentic Cuban coffee outlets, bars with the best imported beers and eateries with delicious cuban dishes ; live music, wall graffiti’s and cultural museums.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Blackgirl Jane

Waste of time to go here. One merchant had $39 on all of there clothing in the store but charged me $49 for an item. I don't smoke cigars and I dont drink coffee with caffeine in it. The only thing that caught my eye was the $5 Mojitos on Mondays at one of the bars/restaurant
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • corena free

We had the best time!!! Everyone is so kind & merchandise w Is affordable. Best part is when they gave us ...omgosh I don't know what it's called but it was like espresso & it was YUMMY !!! I can't remember the store names but took pic we were on vacation P.s some pics are from on the tour bus to are destination Little Havanah VC

  • Duke Judgment

This is for the visitor center & worst one I’ve ever experienced. This man wasn’t helpful on giving information and looked annoyed and tried brushing me off 3x. Rude employee who plain as day doesn’t want to be bothered or interrupted during his screen time. As far as 8th street it’s a very nice pleasant view and experience! <3

  • Phil Pattle

When you visit here you must try the coffee! It may seem like a little cup but boy, does it pack a punch! You can have as much as you want and it’s free… but don’t drink too much or you won’t sleep for a week!
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Shirley Carter

Medela was an amazing food and historical tour guide. She made the experience exciting, and the food - the Cuban sandwich - was delicious! My favorite is when I met Momma at the Fresh Fruit Market
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
Up to 10 min
Reservation recommended
Yes
Price for adult entry
$31+

  • william banning

Historically significant location in Little Havana in West Miami. You could spend a day here and not begin to experience all that is great to see and eat here. The music alone is worth visiting.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Yes
Price for adult entry
$6–10

  • Reggie Blanchard

Had a lot of fun with my wife here and I was sure to get some cigars as well. The only thing that I can say is watch out for the toll roads. While driving to get here, you will be on one and won't realize it. When we returned home a few weeks went by and we received a bill in the mail from Florida Tolls for $6.00

  • Keisha Shepherd

This was a cute gift shop. The tour we took offered sample sizes of cuban coffee for everyone on the tour. My friend said the coffee was good. They also had a room with an artist working in the front and it was nice to interact with an artist while they worked and have an option to get artwork.

  • David Anderson

This area is so great the shops and bars along with cigar shops with guys making cigars while you watch. Also some nice restaurants and music. I truly enjoyed this area.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Philip Smith

Beautiful walk through a rich culture! I wish my home city had this type of culture and flavor that my wife and I could take part in regularly. Lots of shops and restaurants to visit and don't forget the hand rolled cigars! This place is the hub for your little Havana adventures for the day.

  • R4F4

What to say about Little Havana and the Visitor Center? It is very cool that there even is a visitor's center. They are nice too. The whole of Calle 8 is very picturesque and although it was rainy you can still feel the ambiance. There are many restaurants and cigar shops. Glad I visited.

  • Tammie Cheeseborough

El Christo Restaurant Great Service Fantastic ambiance Delicious Food!!! Extremely clean Restrooms I highly recommend dining with them you will have a great dining experience Five Stars all the way!!!! God Bless you all!!!

  • Yanan Shang

We went there early in the morning, and it was a little quieter than later in the day. Many cigar shops that you can visit and the owners are very friendly, introducing the different cigars to us. All the photos we took with the arts on the streets are very Facebook-worthy

  • Joe Mis

Really nice place in heart of Little Havana. Friendly staff, very helpful and knowledgeable about the area and history. GREAT coffee! Cool souvenirs too!
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Elliot Hosch

Very cool place to visit when you are in Miami. It’s only a 15 minute drive from downtown. It has a very authentic feel and everyone is friendly. There are so many places to eat, drink, and explore that you can easily spend an entire day or two exploring the area.

  • Danira Ortiz

This shop is beautiful! Check out a few in this area and by far my favorite. It has so much character and Cuban-American pride you can feel it. The items are beautiful and affordable. The staff is helpful as needed and friendly. There’s a gift for everyone here!

  • V C

Great place. We went on a Monday. Lots of street parking. Great coffee shops, cigar shops, restaurants. Domino park and the roosters!! . It was HOT so we didn’t walk all of it but there’s plenty to see. Go visit little Havana. Must see if you’re n Miami. …

  • Michael Bieler

Little nice area with a lot of possibillities to buy cigarettes, vine and souvenirs. There are also nice typical cuban Restaurants and Cafés. The traffic in the 8th street is terrible. Some medium expensive parking spaces are in the near of Little Havanna.

  • jimmyjr731

My wife and I went in after our double decker bus tour stop there and suggested the free Cuban coffee and homemade ice cream
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Tommy Taylor

Little tourist shop, t-shirts around $23-30 dollars. Cool art on walls. Friendly service. Got buy 3 get 1 free cigars.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Howard Lee

Cute little souvenir shop. Carries all the basic souvenirs like magnets, shotglasses, shirts etc. Better than buying souvenirs at the airport. But there are a bunch of other small gift shops with alot more different artistic stuff.

  • Myeong Caleb Lee

This shop is a really fun to visit. I bought a magnet and key chain. They gave us a Cuban coffee sample.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
10–30 min
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
$11–15

  • Wai Man

We were fortunate to get a parking space there. The little town was interesting and shopkeepers friendly.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Sheila lofton

A small overcrowded little place where everything is priced for tourists ( overpriced). The tour bus I was on, stopped there, the thimble sized free coffee was terrible ! and you had to go next door to use the restroom !

  • Tonya'e tha 1andonly Qweensugalipz

Oh my God they had the most tasteful drinks the most observed coffee even had great cigars this is where you can smoke legally and take the cigars on the plane legally because there are American cigars wow also had t h c

  • Saad Alam

Very Busy store. The guy at the register was very polite and gave us great tips on our quick visit of little Havana. Souvenirs were very reasonable in price. The sample Cuban coffee they were offering was really good.

  • C Rucker

Food was delicious!!! Tour on bus and boat made it a very nice experience for our group.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Yes
Price for adult entry
$21–30

  • Jamaz Barlow_Pettiiford

Great experience in visiting local bars for Mango Mojitos, expresso and cuban cigars.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Yes
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Lynne Parsons

Compact & busy but a great little place. The free coffee sample was delicious.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Pedro Dominguez

Come at the right time and you may get to try a Cuban espresso? We sure did and it was pretty good. This store has all your souvenir essentials, the place next door sells cigars and guayaberas.

  • Carlos Escolar

Great selection of fedora hats. Very colorful. The name of the place is misleading. You might think that it is a place to get maps, brochures and information, but it is a (great) souvenir shop!

  • Craig Smith

This is a fun place to start your visit to Little Havana and to pick up something reasonably-priced to commemorate it. There’s also a little coffee bar in the back that serves Cuban coffees.

  • Randy C

Great selection of personalized shirts. Much better than basic worded shirts you get at airport. Lots of other magnets and specialized wall arts. Cuban coffee sold there too. To take with

  • sean lulker

Good atmosphere, i visited around noon. Comes lively at night.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Miguel Angel

Good vibes there Indeed whatever time of morning or afternoon
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure
Price for adult entry
Free

  • J Vyas

Despite its name, this is not much of a Visitor Center. It's more a gift shop and a busy one at that. There was some nice espresso samples of Cuban coffee being offered. Good souvenirs.

  • Mary Buzzard

Very busy, with fun souvenirs. They had free Cuban coffee samples which were full shots of Cuban coffee! Definitely glad we walked in. We got some coffee and a gift for a family member.

  • Richard Cabassa

Great place RICH with heritage of days past.Awesome experience..
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Nathaniel Johnson

I give this store a 10/10. I had a lot of merchandise and it was in a beautiful area
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Tom Saridis

If you’re in Miami it’s a must to go to little Havana and walk around. It’s a time capsule
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure

  • Regina Blum

I love little Havana it was small but cute there are lots of restaurants and shops. I really liked the park with the old men playing chess and domino's. It's a fun slice of life.

  • Nathan Stein

Nice place to buy souvenirs! I got a cool Scarface shirt. My sister was crying the whole time, so the owner gave her what she wanted for free (a little toy backpack). Very nice.

  • Agata

It was just ok. We expected something more after so many recommendations. Quite disappointing. Expensive too. If you are nearby it is ok to visit otherwise you won’t miss much.

  • Art Dalton

Considering the fact that it's a tourist trap it was a pleasant experience all around
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure

  • Diane Keller

This visitors center is a must. Warm atmosphere with samples of delicious Cuban espresso in the back. Lots to look at with unique memorabilia that's not too expensive. More

  • Eken

Yoy find rhe things you dont need but bring home...
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • D Fedx

Great place to visit. Great food and atmosphere.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Evgheni Lazaretnii

Not a bad district to take a walk once. Some good restaurants with good food and drink, but overall it was very dirty which as a tourist were really unappealing. More

  • Hannah Staten

Actually was one of my favorite stops during my trip to south beach. Little Havana has the best mojito weve ever had and cuban coffee was surprisingly very delicious.

  • leonor albergaria

Very good place do see art and visit de city.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Katsi P

Nice atmosphere, music and MIJITOS!
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure
Price for adult entry
$11–15

  • Alberto Botti

Nice cozy place. Calle Otcho is worthed a visit for its charming atmosfere, for the good bargain shops and restaurants. Start your visit from here. Recommended.

  • Asoj Cherukat

1. Park at the lot : 901 SW 15th Ave, Miami , FL 33135 2. It’s 3 min walk from here to the visitor center 3. Post parking, pay for it using the PaybyPhone app.

  • M. Shaheed Aadam

This place was so nice! I loved the Cuban coffee! It felt like I was in Cuba! It was so nice to hear the Spanish around me. The people were super hospitable.

  • Judith LLanio

Your visit to Little Havana has to start here, take your espresso, buy some souvenirs, experience the Cuban music vibe, and you're ready to start your tour.

  • LOBO

Amazing people. Lots of history here
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Roxx Lynee

Cuba is alive in South Miami! The people, the food, the cigars and the coffee. The flavors are all her for you to taste. Very friendly and happy people.

  • Marjorie B

Cute place. We bought some ice cream pops. We wanted to shop more but it was very crowded with people and merchandise. Not much room between racks. More

  • Kelvin Ware

Got great cigars while there
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Yes
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Ashley Kopf

Good find. A little tight aisles, but beautiful art gallery attached. Definitely recommend browsing... you might even run into the artist himself!

  • Baskar M

Nice place in Miami for a Mojito right in the market place.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

  • Dan Noel

Cool atmosphere and vibrant! Bought some hand made Cuban Cigars and the coffee was delicious ! Night life is amazing! Go...you won't regret it!

  • Chaudron Boats

Very nice place good restaurants good Cuban food and cofee
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Price for adult entry
$31+

  • Kevin Symes

Great selection of Cuban themed souvenirs. Great coffee on site, and some very nice different types of hand made hats at good prices.

  • David Baggs

A wonderful design based souvenir, clothing and hats store..great designs and real quality..great Cuban coffee too strong and sweet!

  • Angela Irizarry

It's a taste of Cuba but in the US. A little bit of everything, handmade cigars and a great area to get good mojitos and cuban food.

  • Charlotte Ash-D'Aleo

Great vibe, was nice for some souvenirs too
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

  • Brian Gruly

They fit quite a bit into a small space. Large variety of souvenirs. Very friendly and helpful staff
Visited on
Weekday

  • M M V

A vibrant, colourful and great Cuban atmosphere! A taste of Cuba from Miami!
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
1 hr+

  • Sandra E

Great opportunity to try out Cuban Coffee! The store had lots of beautiful hats,tshirts and other items for sale. Stop in!!

  • Denise Tunstall

A lil taste of Cuba
Visited on
Public holiday
Wait time
No wait
Price for adult entry
Free

  • John Dixon

Good prices, good customer service, free coffee, large selection
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait

  • Shane Avon

Just as the name stated, it is a beautiful and very attractive old-fashioned community. With lots to see and do .

  • Heather Leigh

It was truly great being able to visit actually Little Havana. Loved watching the cigar rolling at Bello's too.

  • K R

Thank you Habana Maria for being so hospitable! I love this place. It has a lot of cute things at a good price.

  • Hanna D

Amazing place to buy a few souvenirs from Little Havana. My husband picked a nice Carlos Santana hat in there.

  • Anthony R. Prieto

Great selection of souvenirs of all kinds and great service with free coffee thanks to Jackie and her team

  • Vince Chase

Loved little Havana. Such a nice place. Friendly people. Good customer service and the best Cigars.

  • Ms Smith

Friendly staff, great food and drinks. This was my first time going and I'll definitely be back

  • Eddie Sosa

Most beautiful store in Little Havana. Jackie, the owner, is a very kind and loving person.

  • Nakisha Green

Definitely drop in for your shot of coffee. Great selection of items and reasonably priced.

  • Kaska H

Great place for souvenirs from Little Havana, there is also a little coffee shop inside.

  • Mogul Plus Size Boutique And Fashion

The tour guides were great
Visited on
Weekend
Reservation recommended
Yes

  • Nicole Rai

Nice community, prepare to pay for parking unless you find free parking side street .

  • Mia

Got to see cigars being made and get a taste of Cuba with the signage and coffee etc

  • SONIA PATRICIA martinez GARZON

A very nice place you can learn more about Cuban culture. Food and drinks awesome

  • Joe Finley

Try the Cuban espresso. The peanuts will make you happy as the vendor says for 1$

  • Keisha Mitchell

We didn't stay long enough is all I can say. We should have eaten here somewhere

  • Peter Lucas

Such a lovely place to visit, so many stores and restaurants spoilt for choice.

  • Jessica Almaguer

Music is great and the atmosphere it's vivid! Great coffee, mojitos and cigars.

  • Marnie Dreyer-Shaik

Great place with great people and so much vibe. The music has real soul.

  • Monica Jimenez

Loved the vibe & people. Everyone so friendly. Beautiful wall murals.

  • Chandana Narayanan

Very energetic and vibrant street, to know more about Cuban culture.

  • Kevin Buselmeier

Great gift shop that has all the stuff a tourist will want to buy.

  • Mel

Beautiful Cuban food place with full of mysic and nice history .

  • carmen reyes

Nice place to take a walk, lots of restaurants and vendors.

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