Bordered on the east by Calzada de Infanta and Central Havana, and on the west by the Alemendares River and Miramar / Playa district, Vedado is a more modern part of the city than the areas to the east, developed in the first half of the 20th century, during the Republic period.

The northern edge of the district is the waterfront seawall known as the Malecón, a famous and popular place for social gatherings in the city.

In addition: Nearby neighborhoods include: Aero Caribbean has its headquarters in Vedado.

[6] 23rd Street in Vedado is also the centerpoint of the city's gay scene in a country which now grants many rights to LGBT citizens.

At night, 23rd St. is reminiscent of a gay district between the Cinema Yara and Coppelia ice cream parlor, and the foot of 23rd at the Malecón, with numerous gay entertainment options nearby such as the Bim Bom outdoor bar and the Las Vegas nightclub.