Havana Shopping – Shops, Stores, Best Buys and Inside Tips

Read these tips to get more from your shopping while in Havana.

Havana offers a better exchange rate than other places in Varadero, so make sure you’ve got your currency sorted before embarking on your shopping adventure.

There’s an open-air market located in a large warehouse on the waterfront. Here you can find good prices and everything a tourist could ask for. You can listen to local bands play, get help exporting antiques and even a bank. Items are generally well priced, but don’t be afraid to haggle here!

The Cohiba cigars of Cuba are world renowned for their quality and are well-regarded in elite global circles. Cohibas are available exclusively at government-sponsored retailers and upscale hotels in Cuba. Romeo y Julieta is another brand of cigars with world wild recognition and are owned and manufactured in Cuba.

Cuban rums are an international favorite and have a rich, distinct flavor. If you appreciate fine spirits then try the Havana Club, a well regarded brand. It’s a widely found brand so you can shop around for a good price. You can also find food and drink at a bottle shop in the Arab House.

You can find Cuban rum, cigars and coffee all in one place at the Casa del Ron. They have inexpensive bottles of 7 year old Havana rum, authentic cigars and strong, sweet Cuban coffee.

This old world style perfume boutique and aromatherapy shop is in the heart of old Havana. You can get one-of-a-kind gifts for yourself and others. This classy shop personalizes scents for your exact needs.

This coffee shop/interior decoration bazaar is located close to Plaza De Catedral. There are a variety of refreshments you can enjoy while looking at the souvenirs and locally made hand crafted items.

Editor's note: The information contained on this page was compiled using real traveler reviews about shopping in Havana.