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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Best of Old San Juan Walking Tour with El Morro Entry
From Carolina: Horse Riding at a Private Ranch
Sea Trek at Private Beach in San Juan
San Juan: Snorkeling with Turtles Adventure and Free Videos
El Yunque Rainforest Hike & Waterslide Tour
Mixology Class at Casa BACARDÍ in Puerto Rico
Top hotels in Old San Juan
Hotel Rumbao, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Clean room great air conditioning very friendly staff
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Armas Hotel
Room was very clean staff was very nice and helpful. There were no amenities that I found really available and the room was very small but clean
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Alma San Juan
Perfect location to explore Old San Juan. Elevators are small and usually there is a wait. King suites lovely but you hear a lot of noise at night from the square, including roosters and garbage trucks. Smaller room have no exterior windows—only a frosted one overlooking interior courtyard. You have ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
El Colonial - Adults Only
I loved this hotel. Very quaint. The staff was fabulous!! I would definitely stay here again!!!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
CasaBlanca Hotel
When we checked into the room there was water all over the floor from a leaky air conditioner. The bathe towel in the room was dry rotted. Would not recommend. The hotel requires repair.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Costa Bahia Hotel Paseo Caribe
Great view
Reviewed on 10 Mar 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 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 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.
