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Cuba

Havana's old town, classic cars and Varadero's 13-mile beach. For Americans, Cuba isn't a spring break party trip: U.S. law still restricts tourist travel.

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HAV
U.S. travelers
OFAC travel categories only
Best known for
Old Havana, Varadero

What to know first

  • U.S. citizens can visit only under one of the authorized OFAC travel categories (such as educational or support for the Cuban people), not as tourists.
  • U.S. credit and debit cards generally don't work, so bring cash.
  • Canadian and European students visit freely.

Highlights

  • Old Havana, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1982.
  • Varadero: one of the Caribbean's longest beaches.
  • Guardalavaca and Playa Esmeralda resorts in the east.

Cuba spring break FAQ

Is Cuba a good spring break destination for 2027?

Cuba scored 20/100 (#20 of 21, "Quiet") in our Spring Break 2026 popularity rating, based on visitation, search buzz and college crowds. Havana's old town, classic cars and Varadero's 13-mile beach. For Americans, Cuba isn't a spring break party trip: U.S. law still restricts tourist travel.

What airport do you fly into for Cuba?

Fly into HAV.

What's happening in Cuba for Spring Break 2027?

No 2027 spring break events have been announced for Cuba yet. Lineups are usually announced in December and January.

When is spring break 2027?

Most college spring breaks in 2027 fall between March 6 and March 28. Easter is March 28, 2027, which makes the season early and compressed.

Watch

Clips from Cuba.

Rick Steves' Guide to CubaRick Steves' Europe · YouTube ↗
Top 10 Things to do in Havana, Cuba (Havana Travel Guide)BackPacker Steve · YouTube ↗

Photos

Photomechanical print (postcard) : halftone, colored Divided back No. 9 Printed in the U.S.A.
Photomechanical print (postcard) : halftone, colored Divided back No. 9 Printed in the U.S.A.
Photomechanical print (postcard) Divided back No. 3 Shows Empedrado street.
Photomechanical print (postcard) Divided back No. 3 Shows Empedrado street.

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