Old San Juan Travel Guide

San Juan
San Juan
San Juan
San Juan
Old San Juan
San Juan

Popular places to visit

Castillo San Felipe del Morro showing heritage elements and general coastal views

Castillo San Felipe del Morro

5/5(2 reviews)

This walled fortress was once used to protect Puerto Rico from invading colonies, and today offers visitors a dramatic reminder of that history.

Castillo San Felipe del Morro
Puerta de San Juan

San Juan Gate

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Enter San Juan through the last remaining gateway from the city’s walls and discover the military history of its atmospheric Old Town.

San Juan Gate
La Fortaleza

La Fortaleza

5/5(1 review)

The official residence of the governor of Puerto Rico is a vast mansion and fortress that is open to the public on guided tours.

La Fortaleza
La Fortaleza - Palacio de Santa Catalina

Calle Fortaleza

You can learn about the history of San Juan with a trip to Calle Fortaleza. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Calle Fortaleza
San Juan Cathedral

Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista

5/5(1 review)

Discover the curious relics and gorgeous stained-glass windows of Old San Juan’s religious treasure, a 16th-century cathedral with a colorful history.

Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista
Plaza de Armas

Plaza de Armas

San Juan’s hub of civic life is also one of the most popular social destinations, where locals come to drink coffee and trade stories.

Plaza de Armas

Things to do

Carolina: ATV Adventure at Campo Rico Ranch with Guide

Carolina: ATV Adventure at Campo Rico Ranch with Guide

฿4,589
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Carolina: ATV Adventure at Campo Rico Ranch with Guide
Puerto Rico: UTV and Can-Am Sightseeing Tours

Puerto Rico: UTV and Can-Am Sightseeing Tours

฿2,052
Per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Puerto Rico: UTV and Can-Am Sightseeing Tours
San Juan: Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer

San Juan: Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer

฿3,321
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Juan: Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer
From Carolina: Horse Riding at a Private Ranch

From Carolina: Horse Riding at a Private Ranch

฿3,354
Per adult
82% of travellers recommend
From Carolina: Horse Riding at a Private Ranch
San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour

San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour

฿1,496
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour
Old San Juan Walking Tour

Old San Juan Walking Tour

฿1,308
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Old San Juan Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Old San Juan

Hotel Rumbao, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Hotel Rumbao, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4 out of 5
100 Brumbaugh Street, San Juan, Puerto Rico
The price is ฿6,599 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
฿6,599
฿8,405 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (506 reviews)
"Awesome location!"

Reviewed on 20 Nov 2024

Hotel Rumbao, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
CasaBlanca Hotel
CasaBlanca Hotel
3.5 out of 5
316 Calle Fortaleza, San Juan
The price is ฿4,314 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
฿4,314
฿4,985 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,246 reviews)
"It’s a beautiful hotel and the Casablanca movie theme goes perfectly with the place and the ambiance. I will definitely return."

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2024

CasaBlanca Hotel
El Colonial - Adults Only
El Colonial - Adults Only
3.5 out of 5
312 C. de San Francisco, San Juan, San Juan
The price is ฿4,454 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
฿4,454
฿5,814 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,075 reviews)
"The hotel is quaint and the staff super friendly."

Reviewed on 16 Nov 2024

El Colonial - Adults Only
Fortaleza Suites
Fortaleza Suites
3.5 out of 5
315 Calle Fortaleza, Old San Juan, San Juan
The price is ฿4,027 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
฿4,027
฿4,308 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star guesthouse in San Juan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay with my son during my stay in PR! Helpful staff! Hotel is conveniently located at the Old San Juan!"

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2024

Fortaleza Suites
Hotel El Convento
Hotel El Convento
4.5 out of 5
100 Cristo St, San Juan
The price is ฿9,898 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
฿9,898
฿12,947 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Stay at this boutique hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and beautiful old property. The rooftop pool is about the size of a hot tub. The marketing material makes it look bigger!"

Reviewed on 20 Nov 2024

Hotel El Convento
La Terraza de San Juan
La Terraza de San Juan
3.5 out of 5
262 Calle del Sol, Viejo San Juan, San Juan
The price is ฿4,972 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
฿4,972
฿6,069 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"I loved how close it was to all the restaurants and stores.. i didnt like the spotty internet"

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2024

La Terraza de San Juan
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Other neighbourhoods around Old San Juan

San Juan Cemetery

San Juan Antiguo

4/5(3 area reviews)

Amazing beaches interesting history and top sights from Port of San Juan to Pier 4 – discover San Juan Antiguo, a destination also famous for its shopping.

San Juan Antiguo
Fort San Jeronimo which includes heritage elements

Puerta de Tierra

4/5(1 area review)

Travellers to Puerta de Tierra praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Port of San Juan and Escambron Beach.

Puerta de Tierra
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Miramar

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Miramar. A stop by Conservatory of Music of Puerto Rico or Nuestra Senora de Lourdes Chapel might round out your trip.

Miramar
Condado

Condado

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of Condado. Make a stop by Condado Beach or Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort while you're exploring the area.

Condado
Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico which includes street scenes

Santurce

While you're in Santurce, take in top sights like Condado Beach and jump on the metro at Sacred Heart Station to see more of the city.

Santurce
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Parque

While visiting Parque, you might make a stop by sights like Playa Ocean Park and Calle Loiza.

Parque

Old San Juan Travel Guide