Santa Cruz Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Santa Cruz
Popular places to visit
Port of San Juan
Explore the waterfront in San Juan with a trip to Port of San Juan. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
Luquillo Beach
Sample local street food or doze under a palm tree on this picturesque stretch of coast.
Condado Beach
This beach within the bustling city of San Juan is the perfect place to relax for a few hours.
Dorado Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Dorado Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to San Juan. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Escambron Beach
Swim in calm waters among colorful fish at a picturesque beach that is regularly voted one of the best in Puerto Rico.
Plaza las Americas
You can enjoy retail therapy at Plaza las Americas during your stay in San Juan. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this vibrant area.
Activities
Luquillo Beach Horse Ride from Carabalí Rainforest Adventure Park
From Carolina: Horse Riding at a Private Ranch
San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour
Best of Old San Juan Walking Tour with El Morro Entry
El Yunque Rainforest Guided Hiking Tour
San Juan: Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer
Our pick of the best Santa Cruz Hotel Deals
Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado
Everything was very nice
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Caribe Hilton
Great hotel!
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Costa Bahia Hotel Paseo Caribe
I rarely leave reviews, but this place was beyond unacceptable. After arriving late from a flight, the last thing I expected was to walk into what can only be described as a filthy, poorly managed property. The front desk staff was immediately rude and completely unhelpful—no sense of urgency, no ...
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection
Front desk was lovely House cleaners amazing Woman who was in charge of the chairs at the pool and the gentleman in charge of the chairs at the beach were both fantastic Exterior could use a refresh and the pools could use more frequent cleaning Overall a great stay for my daughter and I
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Fairmont El San Juan Hotel
The service at the beach was atrocious.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
San Juan Marriott Resort and Stellaris Casino
Our preferred Marriott Bonvoy status with early checkin turned out to be a nightmare. Tired and hungry from travel all we wanted was to check in and they were behind by hours. We were not able to check in until 4:30. Not very happy to start our trip.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz
Catedral
While visiting Catedral, you might make a stop by sights like Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista and Plaza de Armas.
Isla Grande
While visiting Isla Grande, you might make a stop by sights like Coca-Cola Music Hall and Distrito T-Mobile.
San Francisco
If you're spending some time in San Francisco, Calle Fortaleza and Teatro Tapia are top sights worth seeing.
Hato Rey Norte
You might enjoy the restaurants while in Hato Rey Norte. Plaza las Americas is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Roosevelt Station or Hato Rey Station to see more of the city.
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.
Old San Juan
The interesting museums and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Old San Juan. A stop by Port of San Juan or Castillo de San Cristobal might round out your trip.
