What to Do in Haiti?
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Top Attractions
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Discover Eight of the Best Beaches in Haiti
Beaches & Islands…in the Bay of Les Cayes off the southern coast of Haiti. Ile A Rat (Amiga Island) Photo: Jean Oscar Augustin 2. Tiny, yet Stunning Île a Rat (Amiga Island)…
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How to Spend a Day at Île-à-Rat (Amiga Island)
Beaches & Islands…advisable. Best time to visit Visiting Île-à-Rat offers a delightful experience year-round, thanks to its tropical climate. For a quieter visit with cooler weather, aim for September to February, though…
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Jump into the Cobalt Waters of Bassin Bleu
Wildlife & Nature…in Haiti? Check out our guide to the best waterfalls in Haiti. Written by Kelly Paulemon. Published July 2018. Updated February 2025. Find Bassin Bleu External Links Find out more about…
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Ride the Waves: A Surfer’s Guide to Haiti’s Prime Spots
Adventure travelDiscover the exhilarating world of surfing in Haiti. From the serene Ti Mouillage to the adrenaline-pumping waves at Kabic, check out Haiti’s best surf spots.
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Sans-Souci Palace
Sans-Souci Palace, Milot, Haiti Photo: Ricardo Lartigue Sans-Souci Palace The ruins of Sans-Souci Palace are a UNESCO World Heritage monument to post-revolutionary opulence. Sans-Souci Palace shares a UNESCO World Heritage…
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The Museum of the Haitian National Pantheon
Art & CultureMUPANAH – Museum of The Haitian National Pantheon Photo: Anton Lau The Museum of the Haitian National Pantheon Built partially underground, this museum displays artefacts illustrating Haiti’s history with an…
Top Sights
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Citadelle Henri
DestinationsCitadelle Laferrière is the largest fortress in the Americas. Haitians call it the eighth wonder of the world and, if you make it up the summit of Pic Laferrière, you’ll see why.
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Explore the enchanting ruins of Fort Saint-Louis
Fort Saint-Louis, Haiti Photo: Mikkel Ulriksen Explore the enchanting ruins of Fort Saint-Louis A microcosm of Haitian history The overgrown ruins of this 300 year-old French-built fort will enchant visitors…
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Gingerbread Houses
History & Heritage…Victorian Gothic grandeur with flamboyant colors and vivid decorative patterns – including vèvè symbols from Haitian Vodou. Designed for Haiti’s tropical hot and humid weather, Gingerbread Houses feature tall ceilings, doors and…
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Sans-Souci Palace
Sans-Souci Palace, Milot, Haiti Photo: Ricardo Lartigue Sans-Souci Palace The ruins of Sans-Souci Palace are a UNESCO World Heritage monument to post-revolutionary opulence. Sans-Souci Palace shares a UNESCO World Heritage…
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Rhythms and Rituals at Lakou Soukri’s Vodou Festival
Festivals & EventsRitual bath at Lakou Soukri Vodou festival Photo: Jean Oscar Augustin Rhythms and Rituals at Lakou Soukri’s Vodou Festival Dive into the heart of Haiti with a journey to Lakou…
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Day-trip to Haiti’s prettiest lake
DestinationsAbout three hours north-east of Port-au-Prince, Lake Péligre is Haiti’s second-largest lake. Here’s why it’s worth a detour.
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Dondon grottoes
Destinations…the grotto, and in post-colonial times is venerated by vodouwizan as an important figure within vodou. The other grottoes remain unnamed, their histories steeped in mystery. Guided tours Many Dondon area locals –…
Art & Culture
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Explore Haiti’s Contemporary Art Scene at Villa Kalewès
Villa Kalewès, Petion-Ville Photo: Franck Fontain Explore Haiti’s Contemporary Art Scene at Villa Kalewès Kalewès is the creole word for “hangout” and Villa Kalewès, the gingerbread mansion turned contemporary art gallery, invites you to do…
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How Haitian Are You? Try This Cultural Quiz!
Haiti Up CloseTruck loaded with cabbage Photo: Kolektif 2 Dimansyon (K2D) How Haitian Are You? Prove Yourself with This Cultural Quiz! Whether you were born and live in Haiti, are part of…
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La Maison Dufort: Defining Haitian Architecture in Port-au-Prince
Art & Culture…one of the jewels of the emblematic architectural style of Gingerbread houses in Haiti. It is a vestige of this architectural style that was especially popular around the turn of…
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Meet the Haitian Artists from the Village of Noailles
Art & Culture…culture Experience PAPJAZZ, Haiti’s Biggest Annual Jazz Festival From Legba to Erzulie: A Guide to Haitian Vodou Gods & Goddesses Photo Journal: Fèt Gede – A celebration of Life on…
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Meet the Colorful Characters From the Jacmel Carnival
Art & Culture…inspired by the Vodou pantheon, current events, and notable individuals, making each edition a unique and lively critique of the history of Haiti. Join us as we delve into the…
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Meet the Haitian Cyberpunk Artists of Grand Rue
Art & Culture…into Vodou-infused cyberpunk sculpture. At the epicenter of the Rezistans in downtown Port-au-Prince in Grand Rue is the studio of André Eugène: a workshop, gallery and museum well worth a visit. To reach Andre…
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Not just naive: check out the art at Le Centre d’Art
Le Centre d’Art gallery in Port-au-Prince is a great way to spend an hour or two out of the tropical sun and immersed in Haiti’s rich and colorful culture.
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Peer into the Studio of Haitian Artist Maxan Jean Louis
Art & Culture…in decades of his art. Political works from the 1990s are hung on unfinished cement walls around the home’s exterior. The political scenes are juxtaposed with the more figurative, Vodou-inspired…
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Seven Haitian Artists to Follow on Instagram
Art & Culture…color and style. Genre: Abstract/ Mix-Media IG: @pstudios_ Location: Brooklyn, NY View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pierre (@pierres.studio_) 6. Alexandra Antoine Chicago-based mixed-media artist Alexandra Antoine is…
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Ten of the Best Books about Haiti
Art & Culture…with Haitian Vodou rock band RAM Rhythms and Rituals at Lakou Soukri’s Vodou Festival Visit a museum dedicated to Vodou Peer into the Studio of Haitian Artist Maxan Jean Louis…
Food & Drink
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Must-Try Haitian Fruits & Vegetables This Winter
Food & Drink…2025. Your pocket guide to Cap-Haïtien Cap-Haïtien is Haiti’s second largest city, popular with travellers because of its proximity to world-class beaches and UNESCO heritage sites. Read story Top things…
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15 Creole Feasts That Will Make You Want to Visit Haiti
Food & Drink…bowl of soup joumou (pumpkin soup) at Pétion-Ville’s Kinam Hotel. Filled with pasta and rustic chunks of carrots, potatoes, and meat, this soup is an already hearty meal, but some people enjoy it…
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Haitian Cuisine: A Culinary Map of Haiti
Food & Drink…valleys, mountains and beaches…each department has its own culinary speciality” A culinary map of Haitian food Come with us on a lip-smacking journey around one of the greatest little countries…
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Have You Tried These 7 Haitian Summer Flavours?
Food & DrinkMango vendor Photo: Franck Fontain Have You Tried These 7 Haitian Summer Flavours? Flying to Haiti this summer? You’re in for a treat, and here are seven reasons why. Here’s…
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Passion Fruit & Poisson Gros Sel: The Haitian Cuisine
Food & DrinkLooking for a foodie guide to Haiti’s capital city? We list the best restaurants in Port-au-Prince, plus the typical Haitian cuisine you don’t want to miss.
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Rum is big in Haiti. Here’s what to drink.
Food & DrinkPoolside rum in Jacmel, Haiti Photo: Amanacer / Emily Bauman Rum is big in Haiti – Here’s what to drink While Barbadians are said to have invented modern rum… …we…
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Soup Joumou – the taste of freedom
Food & DrinkSoup Joumou Photo: Anton Lau Soup Joumou – the taste of freedom This once-forbidden stew now symbolises independence. What is soup joumou? Soup Joumou is a delicious and aromatic dish with…
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The Haitian Street Food You Have to Try
Food & DrinkVendors selling street food in Fermathe Photo: Franck Fontain The Haitian Street Food You Have to Try (According to a Local) This is the Haitian street food you have to…
Wildlife & Nature
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Check out These 10 Amazing Haitian Birds
Wildlife & NatureDid you know that you’ll see more Caribbean birds in Haiti than (almost) anywhere else? Which of these ten amazing Haitian birds have you seen?
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Explore Haitian Nature at Wynne Farm Ecological Reserve
Wildlife & NatureWynne Farm Ecological Reserve Photo: Anton Lau Explore Haitian Nature at Wynne Farm Ecological Reserve Tucked into the foothills of the Chaîne de la Selle mountain range, Wynne Farm Ecological…
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Explore the Waterfall and Grottoes of Bassin Zim
Wildlife & Nature…Bleu, which can become murky. Written by Kelly Paulemon. Published July 2018. Updated March 2025. Find Bassin Zim External Links Check out the latest visitor reviews Tripadvisor Citadelle Henri Citadelle Henri,…
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Hike the Hillsides of Forêt des Pins
Wildlife & NatureForêt des Pins Photo: Anton Lau Hike the Hillsides of Forêt des Pins Fresh air, deep tree cover and stunning views make the Forêt de Pins a sought-after destination for…
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Jump into the Cobalt Waters of Bassin Bleu
Wildlife & Nature…in Haiti? Check out our guide to the best waterfalls in Haiti. Written by Kelly Paulemon. Published July 2018. Updated February 2025. Find Bassin Bleu External Links Find out more about…
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Kaskad Pichon
DestinationsKaskad Pichon waterfalls, Belle-Anse Photo: Franck Fontain Kaskad Pichon Kaskad Pichon is a stunning waterfall located in the commune of Belle-Anse, in the South-East Department of Haiti. The waterfall is…
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Scale the peak of Pic La Selle
DestinationsHispaniola is one of the most mountainous islands in the Caribbean, and Pic La Selle is Haiti’s highest peak. A day hike to Pic La Selle offers spectacular views over the dramatic landscape of Hispaniola.
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Seven of Haiti’s Prettiest Waterfalls
Wildlife & NatureDive into the beauty and magic of Haiti’s natural wonders and discover the hidden gems of Haiti’s prettiest waterfalls.
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