Old San Juan Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

San Juan
San Juan
San Juan
Old San Juan
San Juan

Popular places to visit

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

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

Activities

City Lights / GLOW

LED Kayak Night Glow Tour in Condado Lagoon

AU$113
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
LED Kayak Night Glow Tour in Condado Lagoon
El Yunque Rainforest Natural Waterslide on a sunny Puerto Rico Day

El Yunque Waterslide and Waterfall Tour with Food and Photos

AU$89
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
El Yunque Waterslide and Waterfall Tour with Food and Photos
San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour

San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour

AU$67
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour
Puerto Rico: UTV and Can-Am Sightseeing Tours

Puerto Rico: UTV and Can-Am Sightseeing Tours

AU$103
per adult
80% 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

AU$150
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Juan: Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer
Single female snorkeler in the ocean off the coast of Puerto Rico

Catamaran Sail & Snorkeling in the Caribbean with Lunch

AU$278
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Sail & Snorkeling in the Caribbean with Lunch
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Our pick of the best Old San Juan Hotel Deals

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 AU$306 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$306
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,191 reviews)
"Clean and very nice hotel, beds were super comfortable, staff was friendly and helpful, and accommodating of our needs and requests. The location was great for us, as we were cruising from the port adjacent to the hotel. The only negative for us was the lack of a lower priced option for breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 6 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 WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,353 reviews)
"Only stayed one night and wish we had longer, staff was fantastic as was the room, we really dug the bath & shower on the private balcony. Our flight wasn’t until 9pm and they had no problem holding our luggage until we had to get a cab to the airport. 10/10"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

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El Colonial - Adults Only
Hotel El Convento

Hotel El Convento

4.5 out of 5
100 Cristo St, San Juan
The price is AU$865 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$865
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"It was perfect. Easy to walk everywhere and cheaper to use an uber. Very safe."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Hotel El Convento
Armas Hotel

Armas Hotel

2 out of 5
202 C. San José, San Juan, San Juan
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$234 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
AU$234
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free WiFi, premium TV channels, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Port of San Juan and Pan American Pier are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (315 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Armas Hotel
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 AU$133 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$133
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free WiFi, rainfall showerheads, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Port of San Juan and Pan American Pier ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (64 reviews)
"The location is near great shopping and restaurants."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Casa Las Ruinas by Stay with Bear
La Terraza de San Juan

La Terraza de San Juan

3.5 out of 5
262 Calle del Sol, Viejo San Juan, San Juan
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Very great location"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

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La Terraza de San Juan
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Other neighbourhoods around Old San Juan

San Juan Cemetery

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 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 featuring heritage elements

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.

Puerta de Tierra
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Isla Grande

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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