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Things to see in Camagüey (Cuba): 7 places and when to go
Camagüey is a city in Cuba with around 348,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 7 places in and around it, mainly Museums and art (5), Temples (1), History (1). The best known are Camagüey Cathedral. The best time to come is December to April; also possible: May to July and November. In June there are 13 h 18 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 42. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Cuba · 21.3808, -77.9169
- Population
- About 348,000
- Places
- 7 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Museums and art (5) · Temples (1) · History (1)
- Best time
- December to April.
- Also possible
- May to July and November.
- Nearest airport
- HOG Holguin, 179 km as the crow flies
What to see in Camagüey
The places in and around Camagüey, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
When to go to Camagüey
The best time to visit Camagüey is December to April; also possible: May to July and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time10:50
- FebBest time11:18
- MarBest time11:51
- AprBest time12:30
- MayPossible13:01
- JunPossible13:18
- JulPossible13:11
- AugBetter not12:44
- SepBetter not12:07
- OctBetter not11:30
- NovPossible10:58
- DecBest time10:42
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 13 h 18 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 42. In January, 7 of the 7 places are at their best.
When to go to Cuba in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Camagüey
The nearest main airport is Frank Pais International Airport (HOG, Holguin), 179 km as the crow flies. How to get around Cuba (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Topes de Collantes9 places224 km
- Santa Clara, Cuba6 places240 km
- Santiago de Cuba20 places265 km
- Cienfuegos7 places274 km
- Matanzas12 places420 km
- Havana140 places498 km
And all of Cuba, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Camagüey?
The best known: Camagüey Cathedral. In all, 7 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Camagüey?
December to April; also possible: May to July and November. In June there are 13 h 18 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 42.
How do you get to Camagüey?
The nearest main airport is Frank Pais International Airport (HOG), 179 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Camagüey as the destination and these 7 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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