Casa de Asia
About This Museum
Tucked away on the cobbled Mercaderes Street in Old Havana, Casa de Asia offers a surprising and intimate journey into the artistic traditions that traveled from the East to Cuba. It feels less like a formal museum and more like exploring the curated home of a well-traveled collector. The airy, colonial building itself, with its central courtyard, is a quiet refuge from the city's buzz. You'll find an eclectic mix of artifacts that tell a story of cultural exchange rather than just displaying objects.
Collection Highlights
Look for the stunning collection of ivory-inlaid furniture from India and delicate Japanese samurai armor. One of its most fascinating exhibits is dedicated to Filipino migrants in Cuba, featuring everything from traditional textiles to vintage photographs.
Visitor Information
It's a small museum, so you can easily soak it all in within an hour—a perfect cultural pit stop while wandering Old Havana. The staff are often wonderfully knowledgeable and happy to share stories behind the pieces.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a beautifully restored 17th-century colonial mansion, it features the classic layout of rooms surrounding a central courtyard, with high ceilings and elegant archways.
Contact & Location
Address: Mercaderes, La Habana Vieja, Plaza Vieja, La Habana, La Habana Vieja, La Habana, 10102, Cuba
Phone: +53 7 8101749
Website: Visit Website
