Street Art Tour

A tour for art lovers and everyone who wants to see something different than the usual tourist attractions!

About this tour

Art is an important part of Cuban culture, local artists have long used their work to express their feelings about politics, economy and culture.

The tour starts with a walk through Barber's alley, where a special street art project was created. The street is also home to various independently owned pubs and restaurants, something that Cubans have only been allowed to do since the new regulation of the government. Walking through the alley, you hear the story about Papito. He opened a school for at-risk youth in his community, so they could become barbers or hairdressers to make money and to stay out of trouble. You'll visit his house, which is still a barber shop, but also a museum.

Next you take a taxi or private bus to Fusterlandia in the Jaimanitas neighborhood. This community project was set up by Jose Fuster, also known as the Cuban Picasso, who started to decorate the houses with mosaic. The project started in the 90s and is now one of the most impressive mosaic displays in the world, inspired by Gaudi. You hear Fuster's story, visit his mosaic house and art gallery and you might even meet one of his family members!

Finally you go to Muraleando in the Lawton neighborhood. This cultural program is organized by Manuel Mario Diaz Baldrich, with various workshops for children, teenagers and the elderly. These workshops range from making music, to dance, to painting and more! Look around the neighborhood and see unique murals by locals and visiting artists, even a piece by ''Peanuts'' creator Charles Schulz. After viewing the neighborhood, you can enjoy a local live band while eating a Cuban lunch with special local drink.

Doing this tour contributes to local society and 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the 3 projects you visit: a music and dance school for local young people, a training program for young artists and a local school!

Why buy online tickets?

• It's fast, easy and you get the best price
• Your spot is guaranteed, experience a hassle-free trip
• You will receive your voucher by e-mail, the printed voucher will grant access

The tour includes

• Local, experienced English speaking guide
• Transfer in local transport
• Lunch with drink

Important information

• When: Daily
• The tour starts at 10:00 AM
• This tour will take approximately 3.5 hours
• The group consists of a maximum number of 12 people
• Children under 6 years old can participate in the tour for free
• Transport from and to the meeting point, tips for the guide and food and drinks other than the above are not included
• Take water and sunscreen with you. You can donate art supplies if you want (brushes, pencils, crayons, markers, etc.)
• It is rare that the Jose Fuster house is closed, but it may happen. In this case you can only view the house from the outside
• Starting point: La Gargola Guesthouse, 82 Calle Cuba (between Cuarteles and Chacon streets), 1st floor (stairs, blue door)
• The tour ends at La Gargola Guesthouse

Please contact us if you have questions. We are more than happy to help you!