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Laureles

Son Havana

Cuban-flavored salsa temple with live bands and friendly dancers

Everyday awareness$ salsa live-music dancing local-life

Son Havana is one of Medellín's most emblematic salsa bars, a small, high-energy room in Laureles with live bands on weekends and locals happy to show newcomers a few steps. It celebrated its 16th anniversary in 2026 with a concert featuring Frankie Vázquez and Papo Sánchez.

Why we love it

  • Live salsa bands on weekends
  • Beginner-friendly crowd
  • A true local night out

Enjoy it safely

Lively and friendly; keep belongings minimal on a packed dance floor and ride home by app.

Read the full safety guide

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