Artemisa, Cuba

Allow yourself be surprised by Artemisa, the beautiful Garden of Cuba, and marvel at its natural landscapes and culture.

Artemisa, Cuba
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Artemisa, located in a green corner of western Cuba, is a province characterized by its pleasant rural environment and for having incredible natural sceneries that are unique to the island. Come and enjoy the charms of the so-called Garden of Cuba; this treasure of tropical nature will exceed all your expectations.

Artemisa
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Located along a large fertile plain, this province was famous in Cuba's history thanks to the important haciendas dedicated to the cultivation and production of coffee that it once housed and whose magical ruins you will be able to contemplate today if you drop by one of its coffee plantations.

Incredible natural landscapes, worthy of the Greek goddess of the woodlands and wild animals, Artemis, with whom the province shares its name. The beautiful Soroa and Las Terrazas, both considered Biosphere Reserves and protected by UNESCO, are located in the lush Sierra del Rosario and are two ideal places for you to connect with nature during your stay on the island. Don't miss the opportunity to come and enjoy outdoor activities in the most privileged environment of western Cuba.

The history and character of this province is another aspect that will captivate you. Admire its historical and cultural richness in its various museums, such as the original Museum of Humor, and stroll around the charming towns of Artemisa or San Antonio de los Baños and soak up the most authentic Cuban atmosphere.

What to see in Artemisa?

What to do in Artemisa?

What is the best time to visit Artemisa?

What is the best way to get there?

Where to stay?

Museo del Humor, San Antonio de los Baños
© Museo del Humor

In Artemisa you will enjoy a vacation full of adventure, exoticism, and tradition. In its charming towns, Artemisa, the capital of the province, and San Antonio de los Baños, you will find the essence of western Cuba. Strolling through its colorful streets will transport you to a universe of Cuban light and color where you can soak up the island's character. In San Antonio de los Baños, don't miss the Museum of Humor, an original museum that says a lot about the local spirit.

And when it comes to the Garden of Cuba, you can't miss its incredible coffee plantations, today romantic constructions that bear witness to an era of past splendor that will make you travel back in time and allow you to make interesting excursions through the province's beautiful natural environment.

Las Terrazas, Artemisa
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If we talk about natural landscapes, Artemisa is the right place. Do not miss Las Terrazas and Soroa, two paradises where the green of its trees and the blueness of its waters are the protagonists. In Las Terrazas, a Biosphere Reserve protected by UNESCO, you will find ruins of coffee plantations, galleries of renowned Cuban artists and an environmentally friendly atmosphere where you can enjoy natural water baths and incredible landscapes. Soroa, the Rainbow of Cuba, has a unique environment where you can admire the largest orchid garden in Cuba and impressive wonders such as Rainbow Falls, a beautiful waterfall. Also in Soroa you should not miss the Castillo de las Nubes, a curious building inspired by medieval castles where you can admire the best views of the Sierra del Rosario.

What to do Artemisa?

Mirador de Soroa
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During your adventure in the province of Artemisa, you will have the opportunity to enjoy numerous outdoor activities in an absolutely privileged environment. Thus, the Soroa and Las Terrazas environments are the perfect place to connect with nature and discover your more adventurous side in Cuba. In Las Terrazas you can go on a zip-line or a canopy tour where you can enjoy a bird's eye view of nature, but also take historic hiking trails through the old coffee plantations, or observe the many endemic birds that inhabit this paradisiacal place. You can also take a relaxing boat ride on Lake San Juan or simply take a refreshing dip in the San Juan Baths or the Bayate Baths.

In Soroa, enjoy the hiking to places such as the Mirador de Soroa, where after an exciting climb you will find the best views of the natural park. Ascend the steps that lead to Salto de Soroa, an incredible waterfall half-hidden in a lush forest, and then go down to enjoy a well-deserved swim in the pool at the bottom.

What is the best time to visit Artemisa?

The best time to visit Artemisa is during the dry season, that is to say from November to May. During these months you can enjoy the clear and luminous days that allow you to do outdoor activities, excursions, and take advantage of all that Artemisa has to offer you.

What is the best way to get there?

Artemisa is located a short distance from Havana, also in the western part of the island, making it a perfect getaway from the capital.

Since the province has no international airport, the most convenient way to get there is to fly to Havana, where we will take care of transferring you here in one of our private transfers. You will arrive in total comfort to this natural paradise and you will not miss anything it has to offer.

Where to stay in Artemisa?

The province of Artemisa, with its almost virgin natural environment, lacks large hotel complexes and offers in its place enchanting living options in its starred destinations: the idyllic ecotown of Las Terrazas and the exuberant Soroa Park. In both, you will find houses and small hotels.

Hotel Moka
© Hotel Moka

In the houses, you will stay in rooms with all the commodities of a hotel, but with the authentic quality of a home. You will enjoy the most authentic Cuban atmosphere with the open character and hospitality of its people.

With respect to its hotels, Soroa has the original Hotel Castillo de Las Nubes, located high up on a hill and with the best views of the natural park of Soroa that you will be able to enjoy from its pool. In Las Terrazas, the Hotel Moka, a symbol of the locality, is a perfect option for tourism with respect to the environment from one of its luxurious city installations.

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