The Malecón

The Malecón, the great seafront of Havana

The Malecón is the famous seafront promenade of Havana, which runs along the ocean for several kilometres. The Havana audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this emblematic seawall, a place of life and meeting for the people of Havana.

The soul of the Havana seafront

The Malecón, whose name means the jetty, is a long seawall-promenade that lines the seafront of Havana for several kilometres, facing the ocean. Lined with colourful buildings often battered by the sea spray, it is the favourite place of walking, meeting and relaxation of the people of Havana, where they come to stroll, fish, play music or watch the sunset. The Malecón embodies the soul and the way of life of the Cuban capital.

What to see

Here you wander along the seafront, between colourful buildings, fishermen, musicians and strollers, facing the ocean. The Malecón offers superb sunsets and embodies the way of life of Havana. It is a must-see stop, to be experienced especially at the end of the day, in the heart of the capital.

Practical information

The Malecón runs along the seafront of Havana for several kilometres, reachable on foot. It is a public promenade freely accessible at all times and on the level. In heavy weather or strong swell, the waves can submerge the seawall; it is then best to remain cautious. The promenade is particularly beautiful at sunset.

What does the word Malecón mean?

The Malecón means the jetty; it is the great seawall-promenade that lines the seafront of Havana, an emblematic place of life for the people of Havana.

Where is the Malecón of Havana?

Along the seafront of Havana, facing the ocean, in the heart of the capital.