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Dance, with its greatest expression in salsa, is another of those symbols of Cuba. In every neighborhood, at every moment and without any justification, Cubans are always dancing; Perhaps it is the consequence of always taking life by the hand and dancing to the rhythm it sets.

Local people carry music inside, or at least many of us think so. Nobody taught us to dance, we had no teachers or dance schools and some have nothing to envy from a principal dancer.

However, if you are one of those who remain seated because you don't know how to dance, don't worry, you will get up and get involved. Here we propose a list of the places where salsa is danced the most in Havana. When you visit them you will see that a teacher is not necessary because there the spirit of salsa envelops you from the entrance.

Café Cantante Mi Habana

Paseo y 39, under the National Theater, Plaza de la Revolución

It seems hidden under the National Theater, but don't let its shy location fool you. This place, if it has anything, is carefree. Dancing takes place every day of the week and the lineup changes according to the special guest of the night.

La Casa de la Música de Galiano

Galiano y Neptuno, Centro Habana

This is undoubtedly one of the most famous salsa dance clubs in Havana, twinned with the Casa de la Música in Miramar. This spacious venue is perfect for forming "casino wheels" with background music from some of the most legendary bands in the country.

Diablo Tun Tún

Avenida 35, entre 20 y 22, Miramar, Playa

The fact of being on top of one of the legendary places to dance in Havana (Miramar Casa de la Música), already gives it a special energy and a letter of introduction. Although with a smaller dance floor than its neighbor, the atmosphere of the place is "hot" every evening.

A good part of the local artists pass through its stage, with Ray Fernández being one of the most popular on Wednesdays.

La Cecilia

Ave. 5ta, esquina 112, Playa

This is one of the largest open-air clubs in the city. The best bands on the island have crossed its stage and its dance floor can accommodate a crowd of people every evening. And unless it rains, the rhythm of La Cecilia does not stop for a second.

This is a very popular club in the city thanks to the time it has made many people dance.

Casa de la Música Miramar

Calle 20 y Avenida 35, Miramar, Playa

In its years of existence it has earned the reputation of being the stage par excellence for some of the best Cuban music groups such as Adalberto Álvarez, Pupi y Los Que Son Son and Bamboleo, just to name a few.

The prestige as a dance hall that encompasses from its own name gives the best presentation. Everyone knows what this place is and where it is located and everyone would like, at least once, to taste it firsthand and dance at the Casa de la Música in Miramar.

Habana Café del Meliá Cohiba

Ave. Paseo, entre 1ra. y 3ra, Vedado. Next to the Melia Cohiba hotel

The proposal of having a restaurant, a bar and a show in a single venue is already suggestive. Its very central location, in the middle of Vedado and very close to the seawall, is combined with its atmosphere that goes back to the magic of the '50s.

Dancing surrounded by refined decor that includes a convertible Chevrolet, a '57 Buick, a YAK airplane placed on the ceiling and a '47 Harley Davidson motorcycle is an experience we recommend for a very glamorous and vintage evening!

Gato Tuerto

Calle O, entre 17 y 19, Vedado

Known for its excellent cuisine and its shows, it is a pleasant, elegant and quiet place even for those who do not dance but love typical Cuban music in the middle of Vedado.

Live music of excellent quality. Legendary groups such as Irakere have crossed its stage and the famous bolero is never missing here.

Very close to the seawall and the National Hotel, it is a good place to drink a mojito or a beer. Every night it gives you the opportunity to have fun with different musicians in a bohemian atmosphere.