Havana, Cuba · since 2017Cubansoulpics.com

CoverA photograph, not a postcard

Go beyond
selfies in
Cuba.

There's a version of Havana most travelers never see. We've been photographing it since 2017 — the hidden courtyards, the golden hour on streets with no name, the moments that happen when you stop trying to find the perfect shot and just live.

Havana street scene, golden hour
Centro HabanaCentro Habana, late afternoon
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Bryan Gonzalez, photographer
Habana ViejaBryan, on assignment in Habana Vieja
01About us

Through the eyes
of someone who
lives here.

We started in 2017 as film students with a camera and a simple idea — that the best way to experience Havana is through the eyes of someone who actually lives here. Nine years later, we're a team of five photographers and filmmakers who still get excited every time a traveler sees this city for the first time.

Every session supports the locals who make it happen — our photographers, our drivers, the bartenders who have your mojito ready before you sit down. When you book with us, your money stays in the hands of the people who call this place home.

03In their own words

Every picture
has a story —
here's theirs.

Every review below is from a guest who actually showed up, paid, and walked the streets with us.

4.9 · 1,676 guest reviews on Airbnb
Jasmine · Chicago
★★★★★
I had a great time taking pictures in Havana. I also received my pictures ahead of the 72-hour period which was great.
Tsoi
★★★★★
Osmara is a great photographer who has a great eye for photo composition. She is very nice and shared many stories about Cuba with us.
Vianey · Ciudad de México
★★★★★
la experiencia es única y súper padre!!! son las mejores fotografías que tengo hasta ahora ☺️ vale mucho la pena 😊
Damani · Nashville
★★★★★
We had a wonderful photo shoot during our vacation. we loved our pics.
Kia-T'Nique · Carlota Amalia
★★★★★
Osmara was a great guide and photographer, she was very friendly, knowledgeable and willing to converse. She was also very helpful with posing. Overall great experience, fully recommend
Jhonny · Panama City
★★★★★
Excelente experiencia si vienes a la habana no dejes de hacerte estas fotos son geniales y el fotógrafo tiene muy buen visión. Cinematográfica así que tus fotos quedarán de ensueño las verdad 100% recomendado gracias Manuel por esta experiencia
Ki-Afi · Cincinnati
★★★★★
Fantastic experience. Thanks for the flexibility and great service!
Sarah · Seattle
★★★★★
absolutely must have memories from Havana, especially if you are solo trvaveller who still wants some 'magzine' like photos
Miguel · Guadalajara
★★★★★
Una experiencia imperdible si vienes a la Habana, nosotros estuvimos con Bryan, se nota el profesionalismo y su experiencia en fotografía, además de que aprendimos mucho de la historia y cultura de Cuba en el trayecto, muy recomendado!
Sanita · Nassau
★★★★★
Bryan and Chris took some mind blowing photographs. The locations they found were intriguing and added so much character to the shoot. They were also exceptional with our 2 year old daughter. She had so much fun the smiles and laughters gave us so much joy. Thanks again. Highly recommended.
Jaiy · Estados Unidos
★★★★★
Bryan was the best - this was so much fun. I cannot recommend this enough!
Mariel · Cancún
★★★★★
Excelente opción, Osmara muy amable en la sesión, si vas a cuba debes hacerlo, vale mucho la pena,las fotos son una maravilla
Daniel
★★★★★
Uma maravilhosa recordação em Cuba, foi uma experiência incrível, muito profissional e amigável. Recomendo muito.
Koral · Nueva York
★★★★★
Brian and Greta were AMAZING! Would do it all over again next time we go back. They went above and beyond for our experience. Superb photographers! His passion for photography shows. Do not hesitate to book!
Yoslin · Boston
★★★★★
She did an outstanding job and made me feel extremely confident and comfortable!!! I loved everything about the experience!! :)Highly suggest!
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03·bLive feed

What we're shooting right now.

A handful of recent favorites from the pictures we deliver, posted as we go. Follow @cubansoulpics for the running feed — and step into the gallery for the curated long view.

05FAQs

The questions
we always get.

  • Havana rain is mostly fast and dramatic and great for pictures. If it's a real downpour, we move under an arcade or shift to the next morning at no extra cost.