palacio de los capitanes generales

baysidegirl55

I really liked this museum. The building itself is just beautiful and the exhibitions really interesting. I particularly liked the room with all the different old Cuban flags and the sword made by Tiffany's in 1896 in the glass case in the same room. It is a work of art.If you are partial to fine china and amazing french chandeliers then you will enjoy this museum.Be warned - photos are allowed but you pay an additional 5 CUC.

Rocca1980

This was my only bad experience in Cuba. I paid 2 cuc in and was looking forward to perusing the ornaments and art. However a monoglottal guide insisted on hovering over my shoulder pointing at other items and shouting random words like 'baby'...as if I was too thick to recognise a cradle!I was polite and but it ruined the visit. I rushed through the rooms and I tipped...but was then told I had to tip all 5 guides. Two extra guides appeared at this point and said I should leave 5 cuc! A teacher earns 23 cuc a month. They were intimidating. Pure bullies. Don't go. There is a similar house in Trinidad where you will get a good tour in many languages and no nasty behaviour.

Superkatt

Palace is situated on Plaza de Armas. There is always a lots of people and tourists moving around on this square, but actually just a few take a time to go in into museum, and it´s a pity, because museum is great. The wooden cobblestones in front of the palace were placed there instead of real ones because the governor did not like the constant sound of traffic in front of his residence, and so it is kept wooden until present day. Inside there is nice atrium, with galleries around it, and exposition tells about the original furnishing, about history of the colonial Cuba and its wars for independence.Very well worth a visit, and is a nice escape for a while from bustle of a central Havana. Plan one hour for this visit.Ticket for taking pictures inside costs 1 CUC, there is a souvenir shop and a toilets available inside.

JoseS743

Amazing restoration of a magnificent building and atonishing collection of carrozas and artifacts from the colonial times. Love it !

YaronM121

This palace is one of the most impressive and luxurious buildings in all of Cuba, it was once the official residence of the Spanish governor of Cuba, then the residence of the military governor of the US, then the Presidential Palace, City Hall, and now is the "Municipal Museum Museo de la Ciudad"You can see there all the history of the Cuban revolation.A must see museum !

OldieEastMidlands

Clear route round. Lots to see but perhaps could do with more labels in English. Slave quarters on lower floor.

lifes_an_illusion

In my review for the Plaza de Armas I think I referred to this as the Town Hall, ha ha. Sorry, Palace! Wonderful building, wonderful proportions! I could happily live here. I wouldn't go so far as to say the 'contents' would take my breath away (as one reviewer remarked), but there is some interesting stuff. Don't miss the old carriages ... unless you've seen lots in your life and are blasé already.

GregoryB

Visited here as part of a trip to Havana. The guide from the coach gave us a running commentary about each of the rooms and it was fascinating. A marvellous attraction for visitors to Havana.

ochunmimadre

The building itself is beautiful, but I also enjoyed the many interesting displays of colonial furnishings and decorative arts. You can get a good idea of what the city was like in colonial times and also enjoy the peace and quiet of the museum when you want a break from the crazy noise and street activity in Old Havana, or on a rainy day when you don't want to be outdoors too much. Well worth a couple of hours to stroll leisurely through the building and enjoy all there is to see. Great for photographers.

Wms3070

I just thought I was entering this building to see the courtyard in the middle but it's actually a museum in an old of a palace with all the room restored and displaying the period furniture and artworks. Brilliant and worth the visit.

JoostN

At first we thought, O well another old building which you can visit. On the last day we decided to look inside and it really surprised us. Beautiful decorated rooms and we also had a well speaking english guide, it was great to see. The tour lasted about an hour, because we looked long to every beautiful furniture and artefacts. A must!

Yanakoshka

This museum was my favorite stop at Havana. The beautiful sculptures it contains just takes your breath away. You will also see some interesting art and furniture. There is so much to see and take in. Regardless if how much you have got to spare, you have to a stop by.

foxylady23

Don't miss the throne room on your tour of this museum. It was intended for visits from the King of Spain, but sadly he never came. The Gold Room is where the governor of the city greeted his guests , gold furniture and delicate porcelain.Only some of the rooms have been restored but it does give you a feel for the era

r00m_with_a_view

Just on the Plaza de Armas this museum is a "must see" even if you have just a short time to spare.It's based around a central courtyard with rooms over two floors. The rooms are full of interesting furniture, art and ........... find time to go -you won't regret it.

448andyk

This building houses El Museo de la Cuidad (the city museum). It has a fascinating, traditional architecture with a nice central courtyard with plants and statues. The rooms are all filled with historical artifacts, including art, furniture, clothing and spectacular chandeliers. A very nice place to visit! But don't plan to use the facilities unless you are fearless and not faint-of-heart! Then again, if you are searching for a memorable experience...