Miami Experience: Culture & Cuisine of Little Havana

Experience the true heart of Miami through Cuban food, culture, art, history, cigars, coffee, music, and local stories.

Little Havana Culinary, Art & History Walking Tour

Tour Overview

Perfect for couples, families, groups, and visitors coming to Miami for the first time.

Start Time: 11AM -3PM
Small Group Experience
Duration: 2.5 Hours
Included Tastings
Bay of Pigs Monument
Approx. 0.5 Miles

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Authentic Culture • Food • Art • History • Cigars

Join us for an unforgettable walking tour through the heart of Little Havana. Guests will experience Cuban culture, local history, authentic food tastings, hand-rolled cigars, domino traditions, art, music, and classic Miami vibes.

We begin the tour at the Bay of Pigs Monument, an important landmark honoring the Cuban exiles who fought for freedom. Guests will learn about Cuban immigration, the roots of Little Havana, and how this neighborhood became one of Miami’s most iconic cultural districts.

What guests will experience:
Learn Cuban exile history, understand how Little Havana began, and get introduced to the culture of the neighborhood.

Next, we visit El Pinareño Fruit Market, one of the most traditional fruit stands in Little Havana. Guests will taste fresh-pressed guarapo, a sweet sugarcane juice that has been part of Cuban culture for generations.
What guests will experience and eat/drink:
Fresh sugarcane juice, Cuban agricultural traditions, and a real local market experience.

At Party Cake Bakery, guests will enjoy a classic Cuban ham croqueta and experience the tradition of sharing a Cuban colada. Each guest will receive their own individual Cuban colada shot, just like locals do when sharing coffee with friends, family, and neighbors.

This stop introduces guests to everyday Cuban comfort food and one of the most important social traditions in Cuban culture: sharing strong Cuban coffee together.

What guests will experience and eat/drink:

Ham croqueta, individual Cuban colada shots, Cuban bakery culture, and the tradition of sharing coffee as a community.

We continue to Domino Park, one of Little Havana’s most famous gathering spots. Guests will see locals playing dominoes, learn why this game is so important in Cuban culture, and feel the energy of the neighborhood.

What guests will experience:
Domino traditions, local community life, Cuban social culture, and authentic Little Havana street scenes.

At El Pub, guests will taste a classic Cuban beef empanada. This stop gives guests a feel for traditional Cuban restaurants and the simple, flavorful foods locals love.

What guests will experience and eat:

Cuban beef empanada, local restaurant culture, and classic Cuban comfort food.

Guests will visit Cuba Tobacco Cigar Co., one of the most special and authentic cigar experiences in Little Havana. This is not just a cigar shop — it is a true family, multi-generational cigar business with deep roots in the tradition of making premium hand-rolled cigars.

Guests will learn about the art of cigar making from a family business that has continued the craft for generations. Cuba Tobacco Cigar Co. is also the only cigar factory in Little Havana with a Crystal Leaf Award, making this stop a unique opportunity to experience award-winning cigar craftsmanship right in the heart of Miami’s Cuban community.

During the visit, guests will see how premium cigars are hand rolled, learn about tobacco leaves, understand the skill behind the process, and connect with one of Little Havana’s most important cultural traditions.

What guests will experience:
Award-winning cigar craftsmanship, live hand-rolling, premium tobacco education, multi-generational Cuban cigar tradition, and an authentic connection to Little Havana’s historic cigar culture.

At Cubata, guests will enjoy a Cuban sandwich and mojito. This stop highlights one of the most famous Cuban food combinations and gives guests a taste of Miami’s Cuban culinary influence.
What guests will experience and eat/drink:
Cuban sandwich, mojito, Cuban flavors, and a relaxing local restaurant experience.

Guests will visit Azúcar Ice Cream Shop, one of Little Havana’s most popular dessert stops. Here, they will taste Little Havana’s #1 ice cream flavor and experience a fun, colorful side of Cuban-inspired sweets.

What guests will experience and eat:
A scoop of Little Havana’s favorite ice cream flavor, Cuban-inspired dessert culture, and one of the neighborhood’s most famous sweet stops.

The tour ends at Havana Collection, where guests will experience the style, history, and creativity of Little Havana. They will get to see classic cars from the 1950s, local art, Cuban-inspired fashion, and unique pieces that represent the spirit of Miami and Havana.
What guests will experience:
Classic 1950s cars, local artwork, Cuban fashion, cultural souvenirs, and the perfect final photo opportunity.

Welcome to Miami Experience City Tours!

Step off the beaten path and into the vibrant heartbeat of Miami’s most legendary neighborhoods. Our guided walking tours blend stunning local art, rich history, and deep cultural storytelling to give you an insider’s perspective of the city. Along the way, you’ll savor authentic food and beverage tastings that showcase our diverse culinary heritage while connecting directly with the local flavors and faces behind them. This isn’t just a sightseeing trip—it’s an immersive, senses-first experience designed to leave you with a genuine connection to the true spirit of Miami.