Cuba Turistic Guide: Children
Children
Cuba offers a favorable environment for the development of children and adolescents, as confirmed by its indicators which are comparable to those of highly developed industrial nations.
The Constitution of the Republic guarantees the rights of the child with the passing of a number of codes, legislations and decree laws. Children’s rights are ensured through the implementation of social policies, programs and projects in the field of education, healthcare, social security, etc. There are numerous places where children can go for recreational activities at affordable prices.
National Aquarium
Name: National Aquarium
Description: The renovation work that was carried out in the aquarium, planned in the 1980s, has certainly improved its overall appearance. Tropical and subtropical marine species can be observed in the newly refurbished tanks that, thanks to their decoration and lighting effects, offer an excellent recreation of the ocean depths. Located directly on the coast, the aquarium offers a number of attractions, including a tortoise tank and a dolphin show, in an environment that simulates Cuba's continental marine platform.
Address Avenida 1ra. N
Phone: (537) 225872
Jose Marti National Library
Name: Jose Marti National Library
Description: This impressive library stands in Revolution Square and zealously guards the country's literary heritage. The building has four reading rooms, two libraries, a theatre, three galleries, a video projection room, a cafeteria and a special service especially designed for researchers. Book launchings, lectures, talks and literary contests are also organized.
Address Avenida Independencia, esquina a 20 de Mayo,
Plaza de la Revoluci
Phone: (537) 555442
Puppet Theatre
Name: Puppet Theatre
Description: All young people are familiar with
Address Calle M, entre calles 17 y 19, El Vedado
La Habana 10400
Phone: (537) 326262
Regla and Casablanca Ferryboats
Name: Regla and Casablanca Ferryboats
Description: These popular ferryboats, which go back and forth from Havana to Regla and Casablanca, have replaced the steamboats that were introduced at the beginning of the twentieth century. At present they provide a quaint means of transportation, like floating buses transporting local residents from one side of the bay to the other, along with their bicycles and all sorts of belongings.
Address Muelle de la calle Luz y Avenida del Puerto,
La Habana Vieja
La Habana 10100
Cinecito Children
Name: Cinecito Children
Description: The Cinecito is a small theatre that offers daily matinees and shows for children, ideal for a rainy day. Old subtitled American cartoons, along with Spanish and Mexican animations, are projected. Puppet shows are also presented.
Address Boulevard de San Rafael No. 68
La Habana 10600
Phone: (537) 638051
Jalisco Park
Name: Jalisco Park
Description: This charming little 1950s style amusement park is located a few blocks away from 12 and 23 streets, in the very heart of the Vedado district and near the Col
Address Calle 18 y 23, El Vedado
La Habana 10600
Phone: (537) 35934
Central Park
Name: Central Park
Description: Fringed by majestic early 19th century buildings, Central Park (also known as Parque Jos
Address Paseo del Prado y San Rafael
La Habana 10100
Lenin Park
Name: Lenin Park
Description: The tour of this park may take up the best part of a day. Most people come to walk around the green areas or to go horseback ridding. At the entrance there is a monumental statue to Russian revolutionary leader Vladimir Ilich Ulyanov, otherwise known as Lenin. In the park there are picnic areas, along with a zoo and aquarium. The tour ends with a visit to the ExpoCuba Exhibition Center, followed by a delicious Cuban lunch at the Don Cuba restaurant.
Phone: (537) 332047
National Zoo
Name: National Zoo
Description: The National Zoo is located in the outskirts of Havana and exhibits a wide and exotic variety of animals from all over the planet, roaming free within areas similar to their natural habitat. Visitors are transported in a special vehicle from which they can observe the animals. There are also areas where visitors can walk around as they admire numerous other species of the animal kingdom.
Address Carretera de Capdevila, Km 3
Phone: (537) 447613, 578054, 441870
Havana Zoo
Name: Havana Zoo
Description: Located in a centric neighborhood in Havana, this zoo offers a glimpse of the animal world right in the heart of the city. The rhinoceros, monkeys, hippopotamus and colorful tropical birds are a favorite among children. Sweets and ice cream can be bought at the many kiosks.
Address Calle 26 y Santa Teresa
Nuevo Vedado
La Habana 10600
Phone: (537) 818915
Dolphin Pool
Name: Dolphin Pool
Description: The dolphin pool is one of the major attractions of this park, especially among children. Eight trained dolphins
Address Carretera Las Morlas
Punta Hicacos
Varadero 42200
Phone: (535) 668031
Josone Park
Name: Josone Park
Description: Visitors will be enchanted by this lush tropical oasis of palm trees, vibrant macaw parrots and a beautiful artificial lake. Four dining options are available: Italian food at the Dante restaurant, authentic Cuban food at La Campana, tasty seafood at Antig
Address Avenida 1ra. y 56
Varadero 42200
Phone: (535) 667228
