Little Havana Visitor Center

The Little Havana Visitor Center is such a great first stop when exploring the area! The staff is incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely excited to help you experience the best of Little Havana. They offer tons of information, recommendations, maps, and little tips that make your visit so much easier and way more fun. The center itself is colorful, inviting, and full of that authentic Calle Ocho charm. They point you toward the best spots cafecito windows, cigar shops, restaurants, murals, local events and you can tell they really care about sharing the culture and history of the community. If you’re visiting Little Havana for the first time or even if you’ve been before, stopping here makes the whole experience smoother and more meaningful. Loved it and definitely recommend!

AMAZING CUBAN COFFEE HERE! Bought a pack home and it’s some of the smoothest coffee I’ve ever tasted.

This place was fascinating when we visited. The art, decor, games, open market and restaurants were all fantastic. It was great to be in the midst of the Cubans and their culture. The quality of the gift items were very good. The most impressive thing about the store is how reasonable the prices are. The quality of food and drinks in this side of Miami is just amazing. I strongly recommend to all tourists

Amazing art on the walls. The street is full of energy, live performance and many food options inspired by Cuba. I am a vegetarian so i did not found much on the street but yes you should try Cuban style coffee. If you are a sigar lover then they have many options for Cigar in the cuban cigar factory.

Little Havana is an interesting area, full of Cubans and tourists. Walking down 8th Street is like taking a step back in time. I wish I could have experienced this area when it was in its heyday. The people speak mostly Spanish. The stores are well-stocked with all sorts of touristy things. The prices are reasonable.

Excellent food tour. The Cuban sandwich was fantastic! Our guide lived there and knows her way around and the culture. I highly recommend this tour.

So much stuff and everyone is super nice. Will definitely be back to shop!!

Little Havana was an essential part of my Miami trip, and it did not disappoint! I visited with a friend, and we immersed ourselves in everything this vibrant area has to offer. From the flavorful Cuban food to the lively street markets, it was a feast for the senses. The cultural vibe here is incredible, with exhibitions, live music, and traditional games adding to the authentic experience. We especially enjoyed the cigar shops and unique street shopping. Little Havana is a must-visit for anyone coming to Miami—an unforgettable place full of energy and culture!”

The Little Havana Visitors Center is a souvenir shop not to be confused with the Little Havana Welcome Center which provides free attraction and tour information to tourists. This somewhat claustrophobic shop hits all the high points of a visit to Little Havana. Various items tout the dominoes, roosters, mojitos, and Cuban coffee that make this street in Miami so famous. Floor to ceiling is packed with guayaberas, tote bags, t-shirts, hats, purses, art, key chains, hats, purses, magnets, coin purses, coffee mugs, pot holders,, dominos, and more. There is a Cuban coffee bar in the back. All throughout the store salespeople are at the ready to help find a size or take down an item. Prices seemed reasonable for a tourist store with T-shirts around $25. I love the variety of items the Visitors Center offers. I ended up picking up a few classic car shirts for Fathers Day gifts. Just know that this store is very popular and can get very crowded especially when the tourist buses drop off a load of visitors.

My favorite souvenir store in Little Havana Miami. It's small and crowded but has a great variety of stuff. The staff keeps the items neat and are helpful in finding your sizes. Prices are competitive and selection is unique. Try the coffee in the back; they may have samples of cafecito.

We got a Fedora hat here. The hat was made from Ecuador. The expensive one and the one that looks more high quality are behind the glass case. Prices were not too shabby. The service was great. You need a staff member to assist you to try the hats behind the glass cases.

This is the biggest store in the heart of Little Havana that sells Miami and Little Havana accessories. The store has great variety of magnets, shots, mugs, cards, coasters, keychains and all other accessories to take home as a souvenir. It gets very busy at times, but they're generally very fast with their customer service.

Little store with lots of stuff representing Miami...!! In the middle of Little Havana, this little store is packed with stuff...! Don't know why they call it a Visitors Center, they only have brochures at the entrance... the rest is just merch! Get your souvenir from Miami or Little Havana at this is the place. Lots of people shopping.

Good place to get some souvenirs of Calle 8. Best part is they have a little cafecito in the back...a must try. We were greeted right away and the lady who helped us was so friendly

The small colorful outpost in the middle of Little Havana was covered with bright murals and paintings. The shop was filled to the brim with Cuban inspired knick knacks and souvenirs. There were two people on staff but they were mostly talking to themselves. The items were competitively priced with other shops in the area. They did have some small brochures for site seeing but otherwise I don't see how this was a visitor center as the staff was less than friendly.

I was on a tourist tour of Miami and stopped by the store to get souvenirs in Little Havana. The greeters had great customer service and welcomed tourists into the center. I love the cafe in the rear of the center. The Cuban coffee was great and just the energy kick needed to see Calle Ocho. The souvenirs were great prices. I would definitely recommend this center and I will be coming back soon.

We weren't greeted too kindly and it wasn't busy....about an hour before closing. Was looking forward to some information but all we got were 2 employees watching every move we made. (Kinda creepy). Since it was an hour before closing the coffee machine was down so missed that too. We're the kind of tourists that buy a much of crap we don't need, but not here, we went across the street and did our shopping. They had a lot of trinkets and they seemed a little over priced, but nothing out of the norm.

This is a tiny store front with lots of items for souvenirs. Located right next door to McDonalds, right on the main drag of little Havana. Having been to Havana I only see a few things that are indicative of Havana. Cuban coffee, music, dominoes and dancing. Otherwise everything else is American. It was nice being in Cuba, and not having one fast-food joint line the highways unlike here.

Lots of souvenirs to choose from. They have t-shirts, keychains, guayaberas, plates, paintings, etc.

This place draws you in with the loud Cuban inspired music that gets your fingers snapping. A worker walked around with small cups and samples of hot Pilon Cuban coffee. It was sweet and strong! Delicious! The workers looked happy to see us as we perused the many trickets and souvenirs. This was a cool place to ask about all things Cuban in the city of Miami. I left with a bag of souvenirs. This was a great place to visit

my 2 day in miami beach i visit calle 8 from chicago i stop here to get souveniers nice place i be back soon again

Art. Latin art. Masterpieces. What have I done in my life to deserve something from here? Someone Else's soul, sweat and tears? I stare into the eyes of the artist via oil on canvas and listen to a story. One picture. One thousand words. Speaking of words, I love the definitions of words. It is my Modus operandi to wage a war of words with one single word. And the definition. Or, to find an alternative definition to the dictionary's when poetry will suffice. Did you know that the definition of "standing tall" has nothing to do with height? Imagine if every word were followed with the exact definition. Dignity. Friendship. Hope. Love. These words have so much in the way of meaning. But the words are taken lightly too often. Said too easily. The meaning is lost. Oil on canvas. Emotion carved in stone. The vivid details of a great painting can tell you a story without words. It can break your heart. Stir your soul. Make you smile against your will. A moment always remembered. Never forgotten. Art is forever. The pain of love lost. The joy of love found. Frozen in time. There are so many pictures that a camera can not take. Emotions that an actress can not fake. Art can say what words can not. The emotions that we are incapable of expressing with words alone. Like the dreams we have, the ones where we are flying, art has no rules worth following. Only rules worth breaking. A great painting is like a song that you'd swear you've heard before. Every note is the one that you would have gone to if the music in your heart were capable of sound. I stare into the window of your heart. Oil on canvas. Emotion on canvas. How dare I deserve you? This gallery is more like a museum. The wide range of contemporary and ancient pieces, ornate sculpture and multi-medium offerings intimidate. I buy original art. It is always worth it. My only buying regret in the world is a painting I thought out of my price range once. I dream of it on the nights that I am not awake regretting. I left here with a print and the memories. I dare not deserve the original. It is too good for me.

The owner lady told me and a group of tourist "to go back to my country and this is her country" because we acted surprised at the sample size (1oz) cuban coffee. We asked her if we can get larger cup coffee (not knowing the culture ofc that cuban coffees are served in small portion) Lol she was so nasty to us for that. We were a group from tour bus and after she got upset she threw everyone out her nasty tiny store. She literally cursed everyone saying "fuck you all motherfuckers, get out of my store" lol I doubt she will last here. She's a damn immigrant and she's telling other immigrant tourists to get out of "her" country. Wow.

If you are in Little Havana, this is a nice place to visit. They have funny and unique souvenirs as well Cuban coffee. They play music and it has a fun atmosphere for a store. The staff are friendly and they have a lot of interesting things to look at in this small shop. Some of the shirts were very humorous especially if you understand the Miami Cuban lingo. From hats, to cigars, coffee, shirts, glasses, and other knock knacks. This store has it all.

Wandering around Calle Ocho walked in to check it out. So many cute souvenirs! I ended up getting quite a few things from this store. I was so excited with my purchases I almost forgot a few of them, luckily the clerk brought them out to me.

Great place to get some goodies to take back home! This place was recommended by an employee from an ice cream store across the street and I'm so glad I asked or I probably wouldn't have stepped inside this store. Lots of things to take back--pens, hats, clothes, key chains, cups, coffee, etc. I ended up taking back some coffee and cups back home and my family loves it! My friend and I ended up meeting Max in the back of the store who made us some fresh and delicious Cuban coffee! My friend actually wanted me to try the coffee but we didn't have time, but thankfully we found Max who gave us a sample of the coffee!

Overall fairly clean area with a variety of Cuban and fast food American places. The sidewalks were overall well maintained so I would recommend taking a walk around here to check out Cuban food, clubs or cigars!

During the monthly Viernes Culturales on the last Friday of every month in Little Havana, people get out to the streets to listen to music, dance, eat, and admire the arts. Little Havana in general becomes alive at night and brings out a crowd that makes you wonder if you're in some sort of latinized South Beach with generally older, more sophisticated crowds and families. Of all the art galleries you'll see while doing the monthly gallery-hopping, this one generally has the best art works on Calle Ocho. They gather some well respected Latin American and Cuban art works from all over, and they also hold some old ones (I spotted one that was dated back to 1955 that reflected Latin American Constructivism that was proving to be popular at the time). So if you're planning to attend Little Havana's Viernes Culturales to look at the arts, you'll probably appreciate the art here. Some art works here however may not be suitable for young children (enlarged prostate in a painting was spotted here as well). Nothing much more sexual than that though! Another website: www.maxoly.com

Best place to have a casual yummy Cuban meal and cocktails with live music an Cuban hospitality. This is a must spot to visit while you are in Miami.

Friends from China! Loved it!! The Cuban coffee was great.. all about the Cuban Culture..

This is a lovely visitor's Center to find out more about Little Havana and located right on Calle Ocho. There are pamphlets to clue you in on attractions and a souvenir shop to buy tacky Florida souvenirs for your family and friends back home. This visitors center is located centrally and a lot of great establishments surround it such as Ball & Chain and some great eateries. Do yourself a favor and ask around for the best options.

super welcoming even upon entry where they offered a sample of their cuban espresso. found all the knick knacks we wsnted to take home such as havan/cuban themed items and left more than satisfied :) would come back!

I have visited the little boutique store next door for local merchandise. Their T-Shirts are the best around and have whimsical and local flair. I have bought some for family and even for my own kids. The owners are usually on hand and are really helpful/friendly. I wish them the best since it good to see a flourishing mom & pop store in Miami.

I LOVE,LOVE , LOVE this place!! Super fun, great staff, awesome presents and gifts but most importantly they know this area inside and out and gave me great insight that enabled me to enjoy Little Havana like a local. I loved the free cafecito and my "passport" to Little Havana. A MUST ON YOUR MIAMI LIST OF PLACES TO GO!!!

Love this place. I didn't visit the art gallery, but visited a small store next to it. On our receipt, it spells Maxoly, I guess both the gallery and the store share the name? Anyways, it's a store that has different Cuban style stuffs, all the fun and cheap things. We at last got a set of Domino. The ladies at cashier were really friendly, welcomed us by talking about our city, saying LA is like combination of NYC and Miami :D, then briefed us on the different kinds of rules of the game. We had a nice chat and loved this little place.

A nice spot to get souvenirs and a "must stop" in Calle Ocho. The staff are really nice and welcoming. We learned a lot about the culture and the people. And the souvenirs there are unique and artisy! We got shot glasses with the shapes that you don't see in other places.

What a great place!!! We had a great afternoon in little Havana and stopped at this shop to buy our souvenirs. They have a bunch of fun things to buy, including Romero Britto art. When we got back home (in Canada) we noticed one of the Britto items we purchased was damaged (not the shop's fault though). The staff from this shop did not hesitate to have it replaced quickly without fees, all the way to canada, something that the Britto company did not even dare to do even though it's their product. We honestly believe that this is the best service we have ever gotten in... ever. Refreshing to see we can still get good customer service.

Judging from the name, visitors are welcome...but we did not feel so. The teenager at the desk scowled when I asked for a map. The map was helpful, but I found much more welcoming shops (with local artisans) where I could spend my money.

What a great experience at this lovely shop. My mom was visiting from California and I took her here to pick up Miami souvenirs. We were greeted by what seemed like the owner and her daughter. Our quick trip turned into a 30min stop but only because we had a great conversation and interaction with the shop owners. Such a breath of fresh air to experience such warm hospitality. Thank you again!

best family owned place to shop. we are on a city tour. stopped here and they have everything. three stores linked together: britto stuff, souvenir shop, & coca cola store. i got all my florida souvenirs: postcards, cigars, cuban coffee, and britto fish shower curtain hooks. they also have tshirts, hats, maracas, and tons of fun items we had a lil delay with the bus and the family brought out some cups of super cold cola.

I visited the souvenir store Little Havana Visitors Center and it is the best Cuban apparel store I've seen on 8th street. They have a connection next door to where their old store resided where they sell Romero Britto merchandise and shirts, posters and painting by the owners son. They also have a memorabilia Coca-Cola store in the very back that always makes me feel very happy to enter. The workers there are very helpful and friendly, they will strike up a conversation with you about where you came from. In my opinion, it is the best souvenir shops on 8th street. The atmosphere is very happy and giddy. I would return to it many times over just to talk to the friendly workers there.

I went to a local gallery and they told me to visit the gift shop at Maxoly. I went there and met the owner Jackie who was awesome and super friendly and she even went out of her way to interact with my young daughter. This is the best gift shop on 8th street. This shop has the best selection of items in all of little havana. I picked up some really nice things here that you find in any other gift shop in the area. The gallery had some really cool art pieces even though I only purchased items in the gift shop. Don't waste your time in the other tiny gift shops.