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Plaza de la Revolucion

📍 Plaza de la Revolucion, Havana, Cuba
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Quick Facts

Location
Cuba, Havana
Category
Square & Landmark
Duration
Plan 1–2 hours including monument ascent and surroundings.
Address
Plaza de la Revolucion, Havana, Cuba
Coordinates
23.1314, -82.3943

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

1
Jose Marti Monument
109m tower with base statue; ascend for Havana views.
2
Che Guevara Portrait
Giant iron-nail Che on the Interior Ministry wall — a must photo.
3
Cienfuegos Portrait
Camilo Cienfuegos on the Communications Ministry, echoing Che.
4
Rallies & Parades
May Day and national events fill the square on a grand scale.
5
Tower View
From the top, see new city, coastline and skyline.
6
Night Lights
Lit facades after dark deepen the revolutionary mood.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best season：Nov–Apr cooler and pleasant
→Duration：1–2 hours
→Tower：Monument elevator limited hours
→Photos：Across the road frames Che best
→Note：Events may close areas temporarily
→Opening Hours：The plaza is open public space, visitable anytime; the Jose Marti monument interior and elevator open limited hours (about 9:00–17:00, may close Mondays).
→Transportation：West of central Havana; taxi or bus from Old Havana, or join a city tour.

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
AdultFree

The plaza ground is free; the Jose Marti monument viewpoint usually charges.

💡 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

What are the opening hours of Plaza de la Revolucion?

The plaza is open public space, visitable anytime; the Jose Marti monument interior and elevator open limited hours (about 9:00–17:00, may close Mondays).

How much is the admission for Plaza de la Revolucion?

Adult: Free; The plaza ground is free; the Jose Marti monument viewpoint usually charges.

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.

How long should I spend at Plaza de la Revolucion?

A typical visit takes Plan 1–2 hours including monument ascent and surroundings..

Information here is compiled from public travel resources. Hours, fares, transport and weather change; verify with Cuban local official sources before travel.