Santiago de Cuba

Castles & palaces

Castillo de San Pedro de la Roca

A fortress built overlooking the bay on the coast of Santiago de Cuba, Cuba. Regarded as one of the best-preserved examples of Spanish-American military architecture, it was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997.

Heritage & monuments

Moncada Barracks

A national monument symbolizing the Cuban Revolution, named after General Guillermón Moncada, who fought in the war of independence against Spain. It's regarded as one of the leading historic sites in Santiago de Cuba.

Temples & religious sites

Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of the Assumption, Santiago de Cuba

The leading Roman Catholic cathedral and minor basilica of Santiago de Cuba. Its façade facing Céspedes Park features two eye-catching marble sculptures.

Museums & galleries

Museo Municipal Emilio Bacardi Moreau

Opened in 1899, this is the oldest museum in Santiago de Cuba. It's a great place to explore the city's history.

Nature

Cayo Granma

A small island in the southern part of Santiago de Cuba Bay, located near the Morro Fortress at the mouth where the bay opens into the Caribbean Sea. It's a great place to walk around the low, cozy island and enjoy peaceful sea views.