San Juan

Attractions & Activities

Alcadía

San Juan's city hall design was inspired by the city hall in Madrid, Spain. The building was constructed in stages beginning in 1604 and finishing in ... (more) ...

Arecibo Observatory

You might recognize some areas of the observatory from the movie "Contact," part of which was filmed here. The facility is associated with Cornell Uni ... (more) ...

Bacardi Rum Distillery

Sanjuaneros have Fidel Castro to thank for the world's largest rum distillery calling Puerto Rico home. Bacardi built their first distillery in Cuba i ... (more) ...

Caguana Indian Ceremonial Park

A two-hour drive west of San Juan is worth it to see this fascinating park with 13 acres originally used by the Taino Indians for worship and recreati ... (more) ...

Capilla del Cristo

If you are in San Juan on a Tuesday, plan to visit this lovely chapel with an exquisite silver and gold altar. Built in 1753, the chapel commemorates ... (more) ...

Capitolio

This building is home to the 1952 Constitution, the Senate and the House of Representatives. First built in the 1920s, the building is still a marvel ... (more) ...

Casa Blanca

Juan Ponce de Leon's family built this house in 1521, two years after his death. Descendents resided here for the next 250 years until the Spanish gov ... (more) ...

Catedral de San Juan

This beautiful cathedral was begun in 1540 to serve as the Catholic center of the city. Its original wooden walls and thatched roof were blown apart b ... (more) ...

Cementerio

Visitors to this cemetery, officially opened in 1814, are urged to visit during the daytime hours and to use caution since the area is known for petty ... (more) ...

Condado Beach

Long, wide and rimmed with the cluster of high-rise hotels in Condado, this beach has been a popular tourist spot to soak up sun and sea for over 80 y ... (more) ...

Condado Plaza Hotel & Casino

This large casino is open around the clock and does not charge admission. The 12,500 square foot facility houses over 400 slot machines, video poker a ... (more) ...

Convento De Los Dominicos

On the north side of the old city, you'll find a convent originally built by Dominican Friars in 1523. Through the years it has served as a religious ... (more) ...

El Arsenal de la Marina

Several galleries and a small museum tell the story of El Arsenal, built by the Spanish in the 19th century. Shallow boats were necessary to patrol th ... (more) ...

El Morrow: Castillo de San Felipe Del Morro

El Morro is as awe-inspiring as it sounds: the largest fortification in the Caribbean and named a World Heritage Site by the United Nations. It was bu ... (more) ...

El San Juan Hotel & Casino

From the glittering crystal chandelier to the natty tuxedoed waiters, this, one of the grandest casinos in Isla Verde, is the spot for a glamorous gam ... (more) ...

El Yunque Rain Forest

This fascinating slice of wildlife is an easy day trip from San Juan. More than 100 billion gallons of rain falls each year on the 28,000-acre forest, ... (more) ...

Faro de las Cabezas de San Juan

Locals refer to this nature reserve as "El Faro" after the 19th-century lighthouse of the same name that is located here. Well-maintained trails and b ... (more) ...

Flamenco Beach

This lovely, unspoiled beach is a three mile strip located on Culebra Island. This is a wonderful day trip for families since the white sand is extrem ... (more) ...

Fuerte San Cristóbal

This magnificent fort is connected to El Morro by a series of walls, dry moats and tunnels. The structure was begun in 1634 and completed in 1771. The ... (more) ...

Iglesia de San José

The Dominican Friars built this church in 1532. A gem of Spanish Gothic architecture, it is the second oldest church in the western hemisphere. Severa ... (more) ...

Isla Verde Beach

Plenty of shade trees, local restaurants, parking and shower facilities are just a few of the amenities that make Isla Verde Beach so popular with vis ... (more) ...

La Casa Del Libro

Quartered in a restored 19th-century house, this cozy museum celebrates everything about the book. Over 4000 volumes teach visitors about printing and ... (more) ...

La Fortaleza

Over 170 governors of Puerto Rico have lived in La Fortaleza – it is the oldest continuously operating governor's residence in the Western Hemisphere. ... (more) ...

La Puerta De San Juan

Along the promenade of the bay, a winding, weathered centuries-old wall still protects the city. It is punctuated by the sudden appearance of a portal ... (more) ...

Luis A. Ferré Science Park

This park will interest both children and adults thanks to the variety of exhibits. The 42-acre site boasts a zoo, planetarium and several museums on ... (more) ...