Callejón de Hamel
Callejón de Hamel is an alley transformed into an Afro-Cuban art installation, hosting live rumba performances every Sunday. The murals, sculptures, and energy make it a cultural experience first and a music venue second.
What to Expect
Live Afro-Cuban rumba in an outdoor art gallery. Cultural and visceral.
Afro-Cuban cultural immersion.
Live Afro-Cuban rumba and percussion
Casual.
Cultural seekers. Sunday rumba is unmissable.
Cash (CUP)
Price Range
Free entry, donations welcome, drinks CUP 50-150
≈ €2–6 / $2–6
Hours
Sunday from noon for rumba, daily for art
Insider Tip
Sunday rumba is the essential experience. Come early for a good spot.
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