Varadero
Cuba · Matanzas · 0 m
Description
Varadero is Cuba’s best-known beach resort and one of the Caribbean’s most popular seaside destinations. Located on the narrow Hicacos Peninsula, the resort town is renowned for its roughly 20-kilometre stretch of white sand, turquoise waters and numerous resorts. Varadero combines classic beach holidays with water sports, coral reef diving, boat excursions and golf, while caves and tropical landscapes in the surrounding area invite further exploration. As Cuba’s leading beach destination and within easy reach of Havana, Varadero is an ideal choice for travellers seeking relaxation, Caribbean atmosphere and a variety of excursions.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 3 to 14 days (optimal 7 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: December – April
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Varadero Beach (Playa Varadero)
- Varahicacos Ecological Reserve (Reserva Ecológica Varahicacos)
- Cayo Blanco Catamaran Excursion
- Snorkeling on Varadero's Coral Reefs
- Scuba Diving around Varadero
- Saturno Cave (Cueva de Saturno)
- Ambrosio Cave (Cueva de Ambrosio)
- Patriarca Cave (Cueva del Patriarca)
- Parque Josone
- Varadero Golf Club
- Bellamar Caves (Cuevas de Bellamar)(Day trip)
- Xanadú Mansion (Mansión Xanadú)
- Varadero Municipal Museum (Museo Municipal de Varadero)
- Casa del Ron
- Varadero Artisan Market
- Kitesurfing in Varadero
- Deep-Sea Fishing
- Matanzas Historic Center(Day trip)
- Yumurí Valley (Valle de Yumurí)(Day trip)
Getting there
- Airports:
- VRA
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry