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Santiago de Cuba

Santiago de Cuba Province, Cuba · North America

About Santiago de Cuba

Santiago de Cuba sits on the route: 25 minutes from El Cobre.

Santiago de Cuba is a city located in Santiago de Cuba Province, Cuba. With a population of 555,865, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Santiago de Cuba sits in Cuba. It's in the America/Havana time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Santiago de Cuba to your route.

About Santiago de Cuba

Santiago de Cuba (Spanish pronunciation: [sanˈtjaɣo ðe ˈkuβa]) is the second-largest city in Cuba and the capital city of Santiago de Cuba Province. It lies in the southeastern area of the island, some 870 km (540 mi) southeast of the Cuban capital of Havana. The municipality extends over 1,023.8 km2 (395.3 sq mi),

Read more and contains the communities of Antonio Maceo, Bravo, Castillo Duany, Daiquirí, El Caney, El Cobre, El Cristo, Guilera, Leyte Vidal, Moncada and Siboney. Historically Santiago de Cuba has been the second-most important city on the island after Havana, and remains the second-largest. It lies on a bay connected to the Caribbean Sea and is an important sea port. In 2022, the city of Santiago de Cuba recorded a population of 507,167 people.

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Santiago de Cuba offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Santiago de Cuba located?

Santiago de Cuba is located in Santiago de Cuba Province, Cuba, North America. The coordinates are 20.0229 latitude, -75.8217 longitude.

What is the population of Santiago de Cuba?

Santiago de Cuba has a population of approximately 555,865 people, making it a city in Cuba.

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Quick Information

Population
555,865
Continent
North America
Country
Cuba
Region
Santiago de Cuba Province
Timezone
America/Havana
Coordinates
20.0229, -75.8217

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When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

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