One-day itinerary · Caraïbes · Cuba
What to see in one day in La Havane: 5 churches not to miss
Cathedral, chapels and shrines: here is the shortest walking itinerary to discover the religious heritage of La Havane in a single day.
10.0 km on foot · about 5 h with visits
Stop 1
Havana Cathedral
Cathedral · La Havane
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
See the full guideStop 2 · 0.6 km from the previous stop
Basilica Menor de San Francisco de Asis
Sanctuary · La Havane
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
See the full guideStop 3 · 0.1 km from the previous stop
St Nicholas of Myra Cathedral of Havana
Cathedral · La Havane
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
See the full guideStop 4 · 0.2 km from the previous stop
Our Lady of Kazan Orthodox Cathedral
Cathedral · La Havane
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
See the full guideStop 5 · 9.1 km from the previous stop
National Shrine of St. Anthony of Padua
Sanctuary · La Havane
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
See the full guide
Tips for the day
- Start early: morning light is at its best on stained glass and facades.
- Check opening and mass times before leaving: many churches close between noon and 2 pm.
- Bring water, good shoes and clothing that covers the shoulders to enter shrines.
Itinerary generated automatically from OpenStreetMap and Wikipedia data. Check access and opening times locally.