Caimito

Caimito is a municipality and town in Artemisa Province, western Cuba, located approximately 45 km southwest of Havana. The town is set in a predominantly agricultural area known for sugarcane, tobacco, and fruit cultivation.

The municipality has a population of around 35,000 and maintains a quiet, rural character. The town centre has a modest plaza, a parish church, and typical Cuban small-town architecture. The surrounding landscape is flat to gently rolling farmland.

Tropical climate prevails with a wet season from May to October and a drier season from November to April. Temperatures average 25–30°C year-round.

By Plane

José Martí International Airport (HAV) in Havana is the nearest major airport, approximately 45 km northeast. Taxi from the airport takes about 50 minutes and costs around CUC 35–45.

By Car / Road

Caimito is reachable from Havana via local roads branching from the A1 autopista or the Carretera Central. The drive takes about 50 minutes. Local buses and colectivos serve the route intermittently.

The town is small and walkable. Bici-taxis and horse-drawn carts are the main local transport. For trips beyond town, taxis or colectivos are needed.

• Central plaza — a typical Cuban town square with a church and surrounding colonial buildings.

• Agricultural landscapes — the surrounding fields of sugarcane and tobacco represent traditional Cuban farming.

• Rural countryside — quiet roads and paths through farmland offer a glimpse of everyday Cuban rural life.

• Walk the town — explore the modest colonial centre at a relaxed pace.

• Visit local farms — the agricultural hinterland is central to Caimito's identity.

• Day trips — use Caimito as a base for exploring Artemisa Province.

Modest paladares and state-run cafeterias serve standard Cuban Creole cuisine: rice and beans, roast pork, yuca, and plantains.

• Local paladares — home-cooked meals for CUP 50–150.
• State cafeterias — basic budget meals.

Cuba Libre, Cristal and Bucanero beer, and Havana Club rum are available. Bottled water is recommended.

• Budget: Casas particulares at CUC 15–25 per night.

Local markets sell fresh produce, basic goods, and household items. No major retail or shopping centres exist in Caimito.

• Artemisa — the provincial capital, about 20 km west (25 min drive).
• Bauta — neighbouring municipality, about 10 km northeast (15 min drive).
• San Antonio de los Baños — known for its humour museum, about 20 km east (25 min drive).
• Havana — the national capital, about 45 km northeast (50 min drive).