There are taxis everywhere, and they are relatively cheap. The streets of Havana are poorly marked, if marked at all, and it’s confusing to navigate even if you’re a Columbus descendent. Nevertheless, we highly recommend renting from Gran Car, a company with a fleet of restored old-school vehicles, from 1930s open-air Ford cruisers to classic 1950s Chevys, Buicks, De Sotos, and Studebakers. They run at around $25 per hour or $90 per day, with discounts for multi-day rentals. They also come with your own driver. We got a white 1950s convertible Oldsmobile and drove all around Havana. It was a lot of fun, and we felt like we were back in the mid-1900 heyday of the city. Remember: wear your sunscreen, especially if you decide to rent a convertible. We got burnt to a crisp.

Coco Taxis – These are open-aired two-seater vehicles powered by a motorcycle. They’re super cute and lots of fun! The wind blows through your hair as you veer in and out of the Havana streets.

Horse & Buggy – Nothing like New York City, these horse and buggies transport you into the glory days of Havana chic. The drivers are so nice; they take care of anything and everything you need. They possess a wealth of information, so listen carefully about local history and customs. In fact, our driver treated us to a traditional Cuban espresso after we finished shopping.

By Foot – Havana is a great town in which to walk around. It’s very safe and easy on the feet. By safe, I mean that locals don’t come up to you and harass you for your money nor do make their toddlers try to sell you chiclets. They are respectable and understand the meaning of the word “no.” You should explore Old Havana by foot because most of the cars cannot fit through side streets, where so much of Havana’s history shines through. A walk along the Malecon is a must.

Bus – Nicknamed El Camelo (the camel), these buses are identifiable by their double-humped shape. We don’t recommend taking the bus. It is the most popular mode of transportation for locals, but the buses are over-crowded and they are not air-conditioned.