Old San Juan Travel Guide
San Juan
Visit Old San Juan
Popular places to visit
Castillo San Felipe del Morro
This walled fortress was once used to protect Puerto Rico from invading colonies, and today offers visitors a dramatic reminder of that history.
La Fortaleza
The official residence of the governor of Puerto Rico is a vast mansion and fortress that is open to the public on guided tours.
San Juan Gate
Enter San Juan through the last remaining gateway from the city’s walls and discover the military history of its atmospheric Old Town.
Calle Fortaleza
During your visit to San Juan, you can enjoy retail therapy at Calle Fortaleza. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista
Discover the curious relics and gorgeous stained-glass windows of Old San Juan’s religious treasure, a 16th-century cathedral with a colorful history.
Puerta de San Juan
Learn about the local history of San Juan when you take a trip to Puerta de San Juan. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Things to do
Best of Old San Juan Walking Tour with El Morro Entry
FlyDining: 4 Course Sunset & City Light Dinner Over Old San Juan
El Yunque Waterslide and Waterfall beach Tour with Food n Photos
From Carolina: Horse Riding at a Private Ranch
FlyDining: Social Hour with Ocean View and Tropical Breeze
Top hotels in Old San Juan
Armas Hotel
The staff is wonderful, the place is dated but clean. Its in a good location for walking in Old Town. Do not get a "suite" or any other room with an open window or balcony if you want to sleep at all. Also dont plan to enjoy a shower unless you like corner micro showers circa 1970's mobile home. ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hotel Rumbao, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
AVOID!!! On arrival after flying all day we arrived at 4:00 pm which is room check in time. We noticed the check in line was moving very slowly and there were a lot of people standing with their luggage in the lobby. Once we got to the front of the line we were also notified like the other customers ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Alma San Juan
love it.. close to everything
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
El Colonial - Adults Only
The room was not clean nor well maintained. Specifically, the bathroom light had months of dust and grime, chipped paint, pencil marks on the wall.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Hotel El Convento
We were informed at breakfast that our Expedia booking didn't include breakfast, which everyone else got for free.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
La Terraza de San Juan
The best thing they have is their staff but it was a terrible experience no parking no soap no shampoo or toothpaste
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old San Juan
San Juan Antiguo
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 Francisco
If you're spending some time in San Francisco, Calle Fortaleza and Teatro Tapia are top sights worth seeing.
Catedral
While visiting Catedral, you might make a stop by sights like Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista and Plaza de Armas.
Puerta de Tierra
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.
Isla Grande
While visiting Isla Grande, you might make a stop by sights like Coca-Cola Music Hall and Distrito T-Mobile.
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 Laguna del Condado might round out your trip.
