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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
FlyDining: Sunset & City Lights Dinner Over Old San Juan
San Juan: Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer
Puerto Rico: UTV and Can-Am Sightseeing Tours
FlyDining: Social Hour with Ocean View and Tropical Breeze
San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour
Top hotels in Old San Juan
Hotel Rumbao, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Room was great, we were next to the pool with a nice view of the cruise ships.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Armas Hotel
Great stay, GREATstaff, clean rooms, GREAT air conditioning. Close to everything. Only negative was the bathroom was very dated. Especially the shower. Overall a 5 start, but bathrooms need complete renovation and you'll be set. :)
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
El Colonial - Adults Only
We loved our host, our location, our room and the bar! We look forward to staying at El Colonial again in the near future.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Alma San Juan
Clea
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
La Terraza de San Juan
The staff was great, location excellent
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
CasaBlanca Hotel
Clean Room and most importantly location was really awesome.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 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 Museo del Mar 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.
