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

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

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

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
San Juan Cathedral

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.

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
Pier 4

Pier 4

Explore the waterfront in San Juan with a trip to Pier 4. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.

Pier 4

Things to do

City Lights / GLOW

LED Kayak Night Glow Tour in Condado Lagoon

Rp1.249.875
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
LED Kayak Night Glow Tour in Condado Lagoon
San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour

San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour

Rp741.921
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour
El Yunque Rainforest Natural Waterslide on a sunny Puerto Rico Day

El Yunque Waterslide and Waterfall Tour with Food and Photos

Rp981.465
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
El Yunque Waterslide and Waterfall Tour with Food and Photos
San Juan: Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer

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

Rp1.646.865
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Juan: Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer
Puerto Rico: UTV and Can-Am Sightseeing Tours

Puerto Rico: UTV and Can-Am Sightseeing Tours

Rp1.131.014
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Puerto Rico: UTV and Can-Am Sightseeing Tours
Old San Juan Walking Tour

Old San Juan Walking Tour

Rp648.765
per adult
96% 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 Rp2.374.399 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
Rp2.374.399
Rp3.284.497 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,198 reviews)
"So beautiful watching the cruise ship dock."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Hotel Rumbao, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
El Colonial - Adults Only

El Colonial - Adults Only

3.5 out of 5
312 C. de San Francisco, San Juan, San Juan
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 bar and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,368 reviews)
"Great central location. We spent 4 days here and the experience was great. Staff is ultra friendly and helpful. This hotel has an open bar which is great. Lots of shops and restaurants surrounding the property. This is a nice little boutique hotel in a building that’s 200 years old. We loved our ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

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Hotel El Convento

Hotel El Convento

4.5 out of 5
100 Cristo St, San Juan
The price is Rp8.771.349 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
Rp8.771.349
Rp11.472.957 total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Property was clean and staff was very professional"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Hotel El Convento
Armas Hotel

Armas Hotel

2 out of 5
202 C. San José, San Juan, San Juan
The price is Rp1.988.327 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
Rp1.988.327
Rp2.619.108 total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, premium TV channels and housekeeping. Popular attractions Port of San Juan and Pan American Pier are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (318 reviews)
"Everything was very nice and perfect. All the staffs were super nice. The location was near everything."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Armas Hotel
Hotel Milano

Hotel Milano

2 out of 5
307 Calle Fortaleza, San Juan, San Juan
The price is Rp1.906.326 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
Rp1.906.326
Rp2.710.460 total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Port of San Juan and Pan American Pier are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (80 reviews)
"It was well located with good options to do around it"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Hotel Milano
Casa Las Ruinas by Stay with Bear

Casa Las Ruinas by Stay with Bear

2 out of 5
106 C. de la Cruz, San Juan, San Juan
The price is Rp1.238.601 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
Rp1.238.601
Rp1.593.102 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, rainfall showerheads and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Port of San Juan and Pan American Pier ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (66 reviews)
"The room was great, the air conditioners worked great. Very spacious apartment. Conveniently located. Bedding was plentiful and cozy."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Casa Las Ruinas by Stay with Bear
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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
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San Francisco

If you're spending some time in San Francisco, Calle Fortaleza and Teatro Tapia are top sights worth seeing.

San Francisco
San Juan showing cuddly or friendly animals and heritage elements

Catedral

While visiting Catedral, you might make a stop by sights like Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista and Plaza de Armas.

Catedral
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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Isla Grande

3/5(1 area review)

While visiting Isla Grande, you might make a stop by sights like Pan American Pier and Coca-Cola Music Hall.

Isla Grande
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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 Carribbean Cinemas Fine Arts Miramar might round out your trip.

Miramar

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