Camagüey
Cuba · 110 m
Description
Camagüey is one of Cuba’s oldest cities and a fascinating center of colonial history, art, and Cuban culture. Its UNESCO-listed historic center is known for its unusual maze of winding streets, irregular blocks, and hidden squares, as well as its colorful architecture and numerous historic churches. Characteristic of the city are the large clay jars known as “tinajones”, traditionally used to collect rainwater, and Plaza del Carmen with its lifelike bronze sculptures. Camagüey combines its rich architectural heritage with a vibrant arts and cultural scene and is considered one of Cuba’s most captivating historic cities.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 3 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: December – April
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- Dec
Highlights
- Historic Centre of Camagüey (UNESCO)
- Plaza San Juan de Dios
- Plaza del Carmen and Martha Jiménez Sculptures
- Ignacio Agramonte Park (Parque Ignacio Agramonte)
- Cathedral of Our Lady of Candelaria (Catedral de Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria)
- Church of Nuestra Señora de la Soledad (Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Soledad)
- Church and Convent of Nuestra Señora de la Merced (Iglesia y Convento de Nuestra Señora de la Merced)
- Church of San Juan de Dios (Iglesia de San Juan de Dios)
- Plaza de los Trabajadores
- Tinajones of Camagüey
- Ignacio Agramonte Birthplace Museum (Casa Natal de Ignacio Agramonte)
- Martha Jiménez Pérez Workshop and Gallery
- Principal Theatre (Teatro Principal)
- Casino Campestre
- Camagüey Provincial Museum (Museo Provincial Ignacio Agramonte)
- Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (Iglesia del Sagrado Corazón de Jesús)
- República Street (Calle República)
- Santa Lucía Beach (Playa Santa Lucía)(Day trip)
- Santa Lucía Coral Reef(Day trip)
Getting there
- Airports:
- CMW
- Train stations:
- Camagüey, Garrido, Hospital Provincial Manuel Ascunce Domenech