Matanzas Travel Guide
Cuba
Matanzas is a Cuban city of 146,733 people on the country’s northern coast. It is the capital of Matanzas Province and sits on Matanzas Bay, making it a useful base for exploring this part of Cuba.
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Weather in Matanzas
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Pays in CUP
Plug type Type A & Type B & Type C & Type L (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 106
Dial code +53
Tipping: Tipping in Cuba is appreciated for good service, though not always expected as salaries are generally low. While state-run establishments may technically prohibit tipping, it's generally accepted discreetly. Private businesses are more accustomed to receiving tips.
Best time to visit Matanzas
Jan
27°5Feb
28°5Mar
30°9Apr
30°9May
32°14Jun
32°22Jul
33°17Aug
32°24Sep
32°25Oct
30°18Nov
28°9Dec
27°11Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Beaches near Matanzas
Playa Buey Vaca
0.4 km away
Playa Judío
4.1 km away
Playa Bacalao
6.4 km away
Playa Sucia
19.5 km away
Playa Larga
19.5 km away
Playa Muelle
19.5 km away
Playa El Cayuelo
19.5 km away
Playa Camarioca
21.8 km away
Things to do in Matanzas
Sauto Theater
theatre venue
4.6 km
Cuevas de Bellamar
historic site
2.4 km
Centro Provincial de Patrimonio Cultural de Matanzas
cultural center
4.6 km
Alturas del Canímar
historic site
4 km
Iglesia Presbiteriana-Reformada Central de Matanzas
religious organization
4.8 km
Museo Memorial El Morrillo
museum
3.5 km
Museo de Arte
museum
4.9 km
Parque Peñas Altas
park
1 km
Getting there
Kawama Airport · 26.4 km
Frequently asked Questions
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