El Capitolio

The Capitol of Havana, El Capitolio

The national Capitol, El Capitolio, is one of the most imposing monuments of Havana, recognisable by its great dome. The Havana audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this majestic building, a symbol of the Cuban capital.

A monumental domed building

The Capitol of Havana is a monumental building inaugurated in the first half of the twentieth century, which long housed the institutions of the country. Recognisable by its vast dome and its colonnaded façade, it impresses by its dimensions and its interior decor. Restored, it today hosts Cuban institutions and remains one of the most recognisable symbols of the capital.

What to see

You admire the vast dome, the colonnaded façade and the monumental interior decor of the Capitol, one of the finest buildings of Havana. El Capitolio is a symbol of the Cuban capital. It is a major stop for lovers of architecture, in the heart of the city.

Practical information

The Capitol lies in the heart of Havana, on the edge of Old Havana and the Paseo de Martí, reachable on foot. The façade and the dome can be freely admired; as the building houses institutions, access inside may have a fee and be subject to conditions, according to its own hours. It is best to check the arrangements before coming.

What is the Capitol of Havana?

It is a monumental domed building, inaugurated in the first half of the twentieth century, which housed the institutions of the country and remains one of the symbols of the capital.

Where is the Capitol of Havana?

In the heart of Havana, on the edge of Old Havana and the Paseo de Martí.