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Little Havana — Miami neighborhood guide

The Greater Miami CVB calls Little Havana Miami's center of Cuban culture, with Cuban restaurants, ventanitas, street festivals and more along its most famous street, Calle Ocho. It is a neighborhood to explore on foot rather than a beach area (our assessment).

Little Havana at a glance
TopicDetail
Best forCuban food, culture and street life
Trade-offsLimited rail access (our assessment)
Getting aroundMetrorail and Metrobus $2.25; Metromover free; free City of Miami trolleys (Miami-Dade County; Greater Miami CVB)
Key placesCalle Ocho, Cuban restaurants, ventanitas
NearbyDowntown Miami, Brickell

What to see and do

We publish no restaurant rankings or festival dates.

Practical notes

See transportation for transit fares and the hotel calculator for taxes. Hours and prices change; confirm with each venue.

Our assessment

Visit for a morning or afternoon of food and culture.

Sources

Facts on this page were read from the sources below on October 11, 2026. Hours, fares, prices and event dates change — confirm with the source before you travel. How we research and update.

Frequently asked questions

What is Little Havana known for?

Cuban culture, restaurants, ventanitas and street festivals along Calle Ocho, per the Greater Miami CVB.

What is a ventanita?

A walk-up window serving coffee and snacks; the visitor bureau lists ventanitas among Little Havana's attractions.

Is Little Havana near Downtown?

Yes; it is close to Downtown Miami.

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