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El Malecon

Centro Habana, Havana, Cuba
Ranked #7 of 85 attractions in Havana
4.0 of 5 stars 363 Reviews
Type: Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas, Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Activities: Watching sunrise/sunset
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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Along the water. All the kids go to hang out, drink and play music. Just be careful after dark along this area and use common sense. More

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Barbados
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

Very hot during the day but nice to walk along in the evenings. Be prepared to be propositioned! More

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Arizona
Senior Contributor
32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

Much of the "restoration" has taken place along this warterfront where a number of restored restaurants are. Take a horse buggy ride- or one in an old car- along the malecon to see what you want to go back for. More

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Las Vegas
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

Very Pleasant to find a restaurant and enjoy the breezes and view on a hot day. Just strolling the Malecon is enjoyable. More

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Chicago, Illinois
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

Gorgeous waves after a day of rain. Pretty to walk around the water. More

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Barton on Sea
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

A very large promenade - A lovely walk to get away from the fumes that belch out of the beautiful american cars - A little errie not sure why really but thats how it felt to me - can be a little windy to say the least More

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TORONTO ON CANADA
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012

Great spot! Great place to walk and to people watch. More

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Tarpon Springs, Florida
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012

On a beautiful day the view is spectacular. Step carefully over the cracked walkway, broken cement and overlook the crumbling buildings. Salt spray can be chilly and caustic to photo equipment. Still, a must see. More

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Smithers, Canada
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

great place to walk and talk to the local fisher men and people . More

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St Margaret's Hope, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

It's the Malecon. It's got the sea and a huge sweep of Havana. It's where Habaneros go. Walk, talk and listen. More

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