Trip Planner:   Caribbean  /  Cuba  /  Ciudad de la Habana Province  /  Havana  /  Christopher Columbus Cemetery (Cemetario de Colon)

Christopher Columbus Cemetery (Cemetario de Colon), Havana

4.3
#2 of 14 in Neighborhoods in Cuba
Neighborhood · Cemetery
Explore Christopher Columbus Cemetery (Cemetario de Colon), a historical and architectural gem of Havana still in use today. Built in 1876 on the site of an earlier graveyard that was too small for the city's needs, this cemetery was designed by a Galician architect who sadly became the first person buried in his own creation. Roam the rows of ornate mausoleums, elaborate tombs, and family vaults, or admire the vibrant main chapel. Take a guided tour to better navigate the massive cemetery and find graves of notable Cubans, such as chess champion Jose Raul Capablanca and singer Ibrahim Ferrer. Plan your Christopher Columbus Cemetery (Cemetario de Colon) visit and explore what else you can see and do in Havana using our Havana tour itinerary maker.
Create an itinerary including Christopher Columbus Cemetery (Cemetario de Colon)
© OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap contributors

Christopher Columbus Cemetery (Cemetario de Colon) reviews

Rate this attraction
TripAdvisor traveler rating
TripAdvisor traveler rating 4.5
2,069 reviews
Google
4.5
TripAdvisor
  • By MPWEST10
    This is a beautiful cemetery..established in 1876. It's built around a central chapel and laid out in a grid pattern. It's huge, 150 acres. The occupants of te cemented are placed according to their....  more »
  • By WideWorldJourneys
    My partner and I were fortunate enough that chose a day to visit when the weather was hot but not blistering. I would recommend to go either early in the morning/day or at time where the temperatures....  more »
See more on TripAdvisor »
Google
  • By Charlie Byrne
    Great historical cemetery not far from revolutionary square. Location is a contrast to crumbling old town
  • By JG79
    This place is stunning, and if you can, go there on a Sunday, do as there is literally no one there. Hauntingly beautiful and the grave of the lady with baby is a must. It's 5 dollars to get and you actually could just walk in but we paid as so beautiful and you want to help them. No water or toilets, but an incredible attraction and well worth doing. It's hot so bring a hat and water!
See more on Google »

Plan your trip to Havana

  • Get a personalized trip
    A complete day by day itinerary
    based on your preferences
  • Customize it
    Refine your trip. We'll find the
    best routes and schedules
  • Book it
    Choose from the best hotels
    and activities. Up to 50% off
  • Manage it
    Everything in one place.
    Everyone on the same page.

Popular things to do in Havana

Malecón of Havana ©
Historic Walking Area
Malecón of Havana
3.9
Duration: 2 hours
Plaza de la Catedral ©
World heritage site
Plaza de la Catedral
4.6
Duration: 1 hour
©
Walking tour
Walking tours
4.9
Duration: 4 hours
Paseo del Prado ©
Landmark
Paseo del Prado
4.6
Duration: 2 hours

Historic Sites in Havana

Old Havana ©
World heritage site
Old Havana
4.6
Duration: 4 hours
Old Square (Plaza Vieja) ©
World heritage site
Old Square (Plaza Vieja)
4.6
Duration: 1 hour
Revolution Plaza Havana ©
Historic Site
Revolution Plaza Havana
3.9
Duration: 1 hour
Fortaleza de San Carlos de la Cabana ©
World heritage site
Fortaleza de San Carlos de la Cabana
4.4
Duration: 1h 30 min

Museums in Havana

Museum of the Revolution (Museo de la Revolucion) ©
History Museum
Museum of the Revolution (Museo de la Revolucion)
3.4
Duration: 3 hours
Museu Nacional de Belas Artes de Cuba ©
Art Museum
Museu Nacional de Belas Artes de Cuba
4.5
Duration: 2 hours
Wifredo Lam Center ©
Specialty Museum
Wifredo Lam Center
4.5
Duration: 30 minutes
Museo del Ron Havana Club ©
Specialty Museum
Museo del Ron Havana Club
3.6
Duration: 1h 30 min

Hidden gems in Havana

©
Photography Tour
Photography Tours
5.0
Duration: 4 hours
©
Nature / Wildlife Tour
Nature & Wildlife Tours
4.9
Duration: 4 hours
Castillo de la Real Fuerza ©
World heritage site
Castillo de la Real Fuerza
4.4
Duration: 30 minutes
Santa Maria del Mar ©
Beach
Santa Maria del Mar
4.3
Duration: 2 hours

Side trips from Havana

Sirena Beach ©
Beach
Sirena Beach
Cayo Largo
4.7
Duration: 2 hours
Club ScubAzul ©
Shark Diving
Club ScubAzul
Matanzas
5.0
Duration: 4 hours
Sea Turtle Hatchery ©
Wildlife Area
Sea Turtle Hatchery
Cayo Largo
4.4
Duration: 2 hours
ScubaLibre Varadero ©
Shark Diving
ScubaLibre Varadero
Varadero
4.9
Duration: 4 hours

Nearby attractions in Havana

El Capitolio ©
Landmark
El Capitolio
4.3
Duration: 1h 30 min
El Morro ©
Historic Site
El Morro
4.4
Duration: 1h 30 min
Cubaoutings ©
Day Trip
Cubaoutings
5.0
Duration: 6 hours
Tropicana ©
Nightlife
Tropicana
3.9
Duration: 2 hours

Featured attractions

Studio O'208 ©
Fun & Games
Studio O'208
4.5
Duration: 30 minutes
Cubyke ©
Tour
Cubyke
5.0
Duration: 8 hours
Corpus Habana Massage ©
Spa / Wellness
Corpus Habana Massage
5.0
Duration: 1h 30 min
Legendarios del Guajirito ©
Dinner Theater
Legendarios del Guajirito
4.2
Duration: 2 hours

Don't Miss a Thing. See & Do More.

Trips to Christopher Columbus Cemetery (Cemetario de Colon) by other users

60 days in Havana BY A USER FROM UNITED KINGDOM Church of Santa Maria del Rosario Walking tours Museo de Gallo 45 days in Asia, United States & Caribbean BY A USER FROM THE NETHERLANDS Tokyo Taipei Orlando 31 days in Caribbean BY A USER FROM SAUDI ARABIA San Juan Culebra Isla de Vieques 30 days in Cuba BY A USER FROM CANADA Cayo Largo Trinidad Cienfuegos 7 days in Havana BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES Museu Nacional de Belas Artes de Cuba Iglesias de San Francisco de Paula Havana Memories 16 days in Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic & Cuba BY A USER FROM SWEDEN San Juan Culebra Punta Cana