Vedado is one of the most developed areas in Havana, a neighborhood full of action, packed with some of the city’s top restaurants, bars, hotels, and home to some legendary music venues. Developed during early 20th century, the area’s main street running east to west is Calle 23, better known as La Rampa.

The nightlife is lustrous. The hip Fabrica de Arte Cubano (F.A.C.) and El Cocinero are in this area. Other top bars include Madrigal, Corner Café, Bar Bohemio. If you are in the mood to dance and show off your salsa skills, try Salón Rojo del Capri, La Zorra y el Cuervo Jazz Club, Habana Café after dinner.

Notably, Vedado also has a thriving gay scene, a result of Cuba’s tolerant attitude towards LGTB life. Community members often congregate in the area from Yara cinema on Calle 23, to the intersection where it meets the Malecón. Two well known gay bars, the Bim Bom and Piropo, as well as the Cabaret Las Vegas in this area are popular hangouts for Havana's gay community.


Where to eat: El Cocinero, Otramanera, Mediterráneo, BellaCiao, Il Piccolo, El Palenque
Where to drink: Madrigal, Corner Café, Bar Bohemio
Where to stay: Hotel Nacional, Melia Habana
Where to dance: La Zorra y el Cuervo Jazz Club, Delirio Habanero, Jazz Café, Habana Café, Yellow Submarine, Fabrica de Arte Cubano, Café Cantante Mi Habana