- Plaza del Himno: The birthplace of the Cuban anthem, with a statue of Perucho Figueredo and a lively evening crowd. Go at dusk when families gather. Free, 30 to 45 minutes.
- Casa Natal de Carlos Manuel de Céspedes: The childhood home of the independence leader, with period furniture and personal items. Mornings are quietest. About US$1 to 2, 45 minutes.
- Parque Céspedes: The main square, with a statue of Céspedes, the old city hall and shaded benches. Late afternoon is best for people-watching. Free, 30 minutes.
- Museo Provincial Manuel Muñoz Cedeño: A provincial history museum covering the independence wars and local life. Go in the morning. About US$1 to 2, 1 hour.
- Iglesia Parroquial Mayor San Salvador: A church rebuilt after the 1869 burning of the city; its Capilla de la Dolorosa, with a gilded
- Plaza del Himno: The birthplace of the Cuban anthem, with a statue of Perucho Figueredo and a lively evening crowd. Go at dusk when families gather. Free, 30 to 45 minutes.
- Casa Natal de Carlos Manuel de Céspedes: The childhood home of the independence leader, with period furniture and personal items. Mornings are quietest. About US$1 to 2, 45 minutes.
- Parque Céspedes: The main square, with a statue of Céspedes, the old city hall and shaded benches. Late afternoon is best for people-watching. Free, 30 minutes.
- Museo Provincial Manuel Muñoz Cedeño: A provincial history museum covering the independence wars and local life. Go in the morning. About US$1 to 2, 1 hour.
- Iglesia Parroquial Mayor San Salvador: A church rebuilt after the 1869 burning of the city; its Capilla de la Dolorosa, with a gilded wooden altar, survived the fire. Visit between services. Free or a small donation, 20 to 30 minutes.
- Calle General García: The pedestrian street lined with shops, cafés and musicians, lively after 5 PM. Free, 1 hour.
- Museo de Cera: A small wax museum showing figures from Bayamo’s history. Best mid-morning. About US$1, 30 minutes.
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