Calle ocho Miami / Eight Street Miami

This was a pretty fun neighborhood to visit. We felt a bit uneasy in some of the blocks we walked by, but appreciated how authentic the neighborhood felt. We especially enjoyed the live music and how the locals came out to have a good time with visitors. Plus, you can see some random, handsome looking chickens walking by casually.

Probably one of the most unique and culturally significant places in the United States, and certainly in Florida. The area is chock-full of the sights, sounds, food, and music of all things Cuban-American. Safe, clean, colorful, and festive are all words that come to mind. This area is a must visit. The are humans with a Latin vibe that is unlike any other.

Dominoes Park, parades, excellent food, restaurants, and a live atmosphere. The best part of calle Ocho, is getting a mojito or 2 😁 and taking a stroll down the calle, and window shop at all the little tienditas, or buying something that really interests you or peeks your curiosity. You'll definitely enjoy and learn a thing or 2 of the rich culture. My favorite restaurant is The Ball & Chain. The atmosphere, the service, the food, the drinks, THE LIVE MUSIC!!! ❤️

This is a good idea if you have an afternoon to kill, bunch of tourists buying cigars and eating in one of the thousands bars and restaurants…there are some murales around but as soon as you get out of the Calle ocho and go in one of the lateral streets reality comes back hard! There should be a party every third Friday of the month and that’s supposed to be pretty cool.

We try to get down to Calle Ocho every chance we get especially with our Cuban friends who always take us to the best restaurants. It never gets boring in Little Havana and that's what I love about it. There's great food from several different countries: Cuba, Nicaragua, Colunbia, Peru, Argentina just to name a few. There are many tobacco/cigar shops. Knick knack shops for souveniers. Great ice cream shops like Azucar's! Fun vibrant art painted on buildings. Impromptu and scheduled parades and festivals. Spanish being spoken everywhere you go. And the best part is to watch the old-timers playing dominoes in the parking lots/sidewalks. Mass traffic on Calle Ocho (SW 8th) with no where to park so go past it a couple of blocks and park in that area or take Uber or a transit bus. No matter what, you will have fun there! Wear comfortable shoes, summer clothes, a hat, and sunscreen.

Calle Ocho is a must visit place if you're in Miami, the heritage of Cuba, Artist and local community can be experienced here. Please stop at the restaurants bars and cigar stores to enjoy Cuban culture.

We visited Little Havana for about 3 hours from late morning to early morning on a Saturday. We parked roadside and paid via the parking app. Maximum was 3 hours before having to move or renew parking. Traffic was pretty heavy as was the steady flow of fellow tourists and sightseers. We did not opt for one of the bus tours or walking tours; but instead made our own walking tour. We started at a espresso shop La Colada and from there ended at TUMBA'O where we ate lunch. (I will review these on their own websites) It was fun to see all the Cuban decor, cigars, art murals on buildings and of course souvenirs. Important things if note: It is very hot. Make sure to wear sunscreen and stay hydrated. Bathrooms were in businesses where they expect you to buy. Parking was a bit crazy as was the crowd of people. Families with small children might benefit from a stroller or wagon. There were many shops and places to eat. We enjoyed a few of these. Hope this is helpful. Enjoy!

Great little day tour here in Little Havana Miami