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Caribbean Islands

Entertainment in Caribbean Islands

  1. A

    Cubanacán Boutique La Unión

    The rooftop bar at Cubanacán Boutique La Unión has some good salsa on the terrace.

    reviewed

  2. B

    Village Green

    At Island Village, the Village Green hosts two live shows each week for the tourist crowds.

    reviewed

  3. C

    Risky Business

    This place goes all out during spring break. Occasionally, jazz is featured on Wednesday night. Cover US$12.

    reviewed

  4. D

    Video Bar Guanima

    Video Bar Guanima. Only couples are allowed entry here, but singles will find willing partners at the door.

    reviewed

  5. E

    Roberto Clemente Coliseum

    The Roberto Clemente Coliseum is the place to catch top boxing bouts and basketball games.

    reviewed

  6. F

    Las Ruinas de Sagarte

    Another ruin (Trinidad's full of them) with a good house band and a high-energy, low-pressure dance scene.

    reviewed

  7. G

    Cabaret el Patio

    Next door to the Casa de la Cultura, this venue has an entertaining floorshow at 11pm. Show up early to get in; official policy is couples only.

    reviewed

  8. H

    Cabaret Guanimar

    An outdoor club with a show at 11pm; if you want to be in the front rows, it's CUC$16 for a couple.

    reviewed

  9. I

    Strawberry Night Club

    Somewhat subdued local haunt featuring video slots and a pool table downstairs. The scene is hit-or-miss.

    reviewed

  10. J

    Cine-Teatro Encanto

    The town's only cinema is in front of the cathedral. It looks disused but you'll probably find it's open.

    reviewed

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  12. K

    Café la Isabelica

    Stronger, smokier, darker cantina-type equivalent of Café de la Catedral, with the prices in pesos.

    reviewed

  13. L

    Casa de la Cultura Juan Marinello

    It looks a bit hollow inside, but concerts in this colonial casa often spill out into the adjacent park.

    reviewed

  14. M

    Instituto Cubano de Amistad con los Pueblos

    Rocking cultural and musical events in an elegant mansion (1926); there's also a restaurant, bar and cigar shop.

    reviewed

  15. Bicicleta Café Bar & Restaurant

    This bar is a good place to rub shoulders with locals and sample Dominican drinks at reasonable prices.

    reviewed

  16. Caymanas Park

    Caymanas Park has horse racing each Wednesday and Saturday as well as public holidays.

    reviewed

  17. N

    Casa de la Cultura

    Numerous cultural events that at weekends spill out into the street and render the pavement impassable.

    reviewed

  18. Djumbala

    A large and always popular open-air club, leaning heavily on compas, with regular live bands.

    reviewed

  19. O

    White River Reggae Park

    On the A3 east of town, the White River Reggae Park infrequently hosts sound systems.

    reviewed

  20. Sala Fiesta Galaxia

    Ciego heats up at this al fresco peso disco with dancing nightly and Sunday rap peñas.

    reviewed

  21. P

    Bar la Esquina

    International cocktails are served in this tiny corner bar replete with plenty of local atmosphere.

    reviewed

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  23. Super Disco

    You've got to love a place with a name like this. The locals do: this club next to Villa Isla de la Juventud is always packed.

    reviewed

  24. Q

    La Descarga Karaoke Bar

    You can check the mic, one, two, at this karaoke place in the strip mall next to the Hotel Kawama.

    reviewed

  25. Mobility International USA

    Advises disabled travelers on mobility issues. It primarily runs an educational exchange program.

    reviewed

  26. Bob Marley Experience

    Shows hourly screenings of an engaging documentary on Marley’s life in a 68-seat theater.

    reviewed

  27. R

    Cine Rialto

    This cinema, next to the cathedral, is one of Santiago de Cuba's favorites, showing large-screen films and video.

    reviewed