15 days in Santa Clara Itinerary

The scene of one of the most dramatic battles of the Cuban Revolution, Santa Clara today possesses a youthful feel and a reputation for progressive thought.

Get out of town with these interesting Santa Clara side-trips: Sancti Spiritus (Iglesia Parroquial Mayor del Espiritu Santo & Puente Yayabo), Remedios (Museo Parrandas Remedianas, Museo de Agroindustria Azucarera, &more) and Cienfuegos (Jardin Botanico de Cienfuegos, El Nicho Waterfalls, &more). Next up on the itinerary: appreciate the history behind Che Guevara Mausoleum, make a trip to Teatro La Caridad, stroll around Parque Leoncio Vidal, and look for all kinds of wild species at Loma del Capiro.

For where to stay, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, read our Santa Clara trip planner.

If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major aiports are Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport, Vilo Acuña International Airport and Ignacio Agramonte International Airport. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in February, and nighttime lows around 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.