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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
LED Kayak Night Glow Tour in Condado Lagoon
FlyDining: Sunset & City Lights Dinner Over Old San Juan
San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour
El Yunque Waterslide and Waterfall Tour with Food and Photos
Puerto Rico: UTV and Can-Am Sightseeing Tours
Top hotels in Old San Juan
Hotel Rumbao, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Excellent services
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
CasaBlanca Hotel
We enjoyed our stay at the CasaBlanca Hotel. The location was wonderful for sightseeing. The rooms were clean and the staff helpful. Unfortunately, due to our short stay and heavy sightseeing we were unable to make time to try the outdoor tubs on the top floor.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Armas Hotel
The front desk staff was friendly and helpful. Our room was clean, but a bit smaller than we were expecting. We had no hot water at all for our morning showers. That was a big miss.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Hotel Milano
Staff was great, and room was very clean. Great location. Room could use better black out curtains.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
El Colonial - Adults Only
Newly renovated. Smells good and looks fresh.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Hotel El Convento
Wonderful Hotel and service
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
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 Pan American Pier and Coca-Cola Music Hall.
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.
