Little Havana: Walking Food & Culture Tour with Lunch

Summary

Walk Miami’s Little Havana for food, music, history and laughter

You’ll taste homemade Cuban dishes and pastries, sip tropical fruit juice and strong coffee, watch cigars being rolled up close, and hear real stories from locals as you wander Little Havana’s lively streets—with lunch included and plenty of laughter along the way.

What’s the experience like?

I nearly tripped over a rooster right outside Domino Park—that’s how my day started in Little Havana. The guide, Carlos, just grinned and said, “That one’s the boss around here.” It was already hot, but the air smelled sweet—like guava pastries from the bakery on Calle Ocho. We ducked into an old fruit market where an abuela handed me a cup of fresh mango juice (sticky fingers for the rest of the walk, worth it). I’d never tasted anything that bright before.

Carlos kept weaving stories between bites—a quick stop for croquetas de jamón, then we watched old men slam dominoes like it was a national sport. Someone played salsa on a battered radio. I tried saying “pastelito de guayaba” in Spanish—got it wrong, everyone laughed with me, not at me. There’s something about sharing food that makes you feel less like a tourist and more like you belong for a minute. The main keyword here is definitely Little Havana food tour—because honestly, you eat your way through history.

We wandered into this tiny art gallery (I wouldn’t have found it alone), walls packed with bold Cuban paintings. The owner told us about Santería altars hidden in plain sight; I caught the faint smell of incense behind her counter. Then came the cigar shop—watching taqueros roll tobacco leaves with practiced hands was oddly hypnotic. You could almost taste the earthiness in the air. Lunch was at a family spot—roast pork so tender it fell apart when I looked at it too hard. Water only with lunch unless you wanted to splurge on a mojito—I did not regret upgrading.

I still think about that first sip of Cuban coffee—tiny cup, huge punch. There’s no way to see all of Miami in one day trip but walking through Little Havana with someone who knows every corner felt like getting let in on a secret. I left full (maybe too full) and kind of wishing I could dance bachata as well as Carlos promised I would by the end… maybe next time.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Cultural walking tour of Little Havana

• Meet guide at Bay of Pigs Memorial
• Walk through streets with cultural sites
• Learn about JFK's favorite cigar
• Sample Cuban bites at family restaurant
• Ask guide questions about history and culture

Top questions

Is lunch included on this Little Havana tour?

Yes, a filling homemade Cuban lunch is included as part of the tour.

Where does the walking tour start?

The tour begins at the Bay of Pigs Memorial in Little Havana.

Are drinks included with lunch?

Tropical fruit juice and coffee are served before lunch; water is served during lunch. Other drinks can be purchased separately.

Is this Little Havana food tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and transportation options are wheelchair accessible.

How long is the walk through Little Havana?

The exact distance isn’t specified but comfortable walking shoes are recommended; public transport is nearby if needed.

Can dietary restrictions be accommodated?

Yes, you can provide dietary restrictions when booking so adjustments can be made if possible.

Do we get to try Cuban coffee on this tour?

Yes, sampling traditional Cuban coffee is part of the experience.

Will there be time to watch cigar rolling?

Yes, watching taqueros roll cigars is included in the itinerary.

What’s included

Your day includes all taxes and fees, guidance from a local resident expert, tastings like croqueta de jamón and guava pastry plus tropical fruit juice and Cuban coffee before sitting down for a savory homemade Cuban lunch at a family-run restaurant—just bring comfy shoes and your appetite!