Castillo San Salvador de la Punta

The Castillo de San Salvador de la Punta, in Havana

The fortress San Salvador de la Punta guards the entrance of the bay of Havana, facing Fort El Morro. The Havana audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this colonial castle, a link in the defensive system of the capital.

The twin fortress of El Morro

The Castillo de San Salvador de la Punta was built in the colonial era to guard the entrance of the bay of Havana, on the city side. With Fort El Morro facing it, it formed a defensive lock protecting the port: a chain could once be stretched between the two fortresses to bar access. A witness of the defence system of the city, it stands by the sea, near the Malecón.

What to see

Here you discover the fortress by the sea, its ramparts and the view over the bay and Fort El Morro facing it. The Castillo de la Punta illustrates the defensive system that protected Havana. It is a stop for lovers of history and fortifications, near the Malecón.

Practical information

The Castillo de San Salvador de la Punta lies by the sea, at the entrance of the bay of Havana, near the Malecón, reachable on foot. The surroundings can be freely admired; the visit of the fortress follows its own hours and conditions, which vary. It is best to check the arrangements before coming.

What is the role of the Castillo de la Punta?

To guard the entrance of the bay of Havana, on the city side; with Fort El Morro, it formed a defensive lock protecting the port.

Where is the Castillo de San Salvador de la Punta?

By the sea, at the entrance of the bay of Havana, near the Malecón.