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Plaza de la Revolucion

📍 Plaza de la Revolucion, Havana, Cuba

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Introduction

Plaza de la Revolucion is Havana's central political and commemorative space and one of Latin America's largest city squares. At its heart stands the Jose Marti Monument — a roughly 109-metre pentagonal tower with a base statue honouring Cuba's national hero and poet Jose Marti. The square's most famous image is the giant iron-nail portrait of Che Guevara on the Ministry of the Interior wall with the slogan 'Hasta la Victoria Siempre', alongside Camilo Cienfuegos on the Communications Ministry. It hosts national holidays, May Day parades and rallies, and is a stage for state speeches. A walk here meets Cuba's revolutionary narrative head-on, and the tower top offers views over Havana's newer districts and the coastal skyline. After dark, the lit facades and Guevara portrait feel solemn.

✨ Highlights

Jose Marti Monument

109m tower with base statue; ascend for Havana views.

Che Guevara Portrait

Giant iron-nail Che on the Interior Ministry wall — a must photo.

Cienfuegos Portrait

Camilo Cienfuegos on the Communications Ministry, echoing Che.

Rallies & Parades

May Day and national events fill the square on a grand scale.

Tower View

From the top, see new city, coastline and skyline.

Night Lights

Lit facades after dark deepen the revolutionary mood.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best season：Nov–Apr cooler and pleasant

→Duration：1–2 hours

→Getting there：Taxi/bus from Old Havana

→Tower：Monument elevator limited hours

→Photos：Across the road frames Che best

→Note：Events may close areas temporarily

💡 Tips

• Step across the road to frame the full Che portrait.

• Check elevator hours before climbing; Mondays often closed.

• Hot by day; bring water and sun protection, little shade.

• Pair it with a Havana city tour.

• It's a political site; follow guidance during events.

• Nearby stalls sell souvenirs and snacks; prices negotiable.

FAQ

Any practical tips for visiting Plaza de la Revolucion?

Step across the road to frame the full Che portrait. Check elevator hours before climbing; Mondays often closed.

Information on this page is compiled from public sources. Opening hours, ticket prices and other details may change — please verify with official sources before your visit.