Discover the hidden charms of a glittering cultural capital.

A good leg-stretching walking tour through the old colonial district, departing from the Town Square with its many historical buildings and strolling through the old, colorful neighborhoods and various plazas. As you walk through Santiago’s old colonial quarter you will enjoy the never ending panorama of street musicians playing son, trova and bolero; people walking, talking, hustling, flirting, guitar-strumming. You will be able to mingle with the locals and learn about Santiago’s daily life and customs. The walk covers approximately 1 mile with stops for cold drinks and rest. Ideal time to start the tour, considering strong sun hours is early in the morning at/or before 9:00 o’clock. ITINERARY OVERVIEW: Stopovers and sights include: Santiago’s cathedral Diego Velázquez Colonial Museum- one of the oldest houses in Latin America Colonial City Hall Casa de la Trova, Cuba’s shire of traditional music with spontaneous live concerts. Carnival Museum Artisans’ streets, shops, souvenir galleries and artist studios Moncada Barracks- historical site were the Cuban Revolution first started in 1953.