Catedral Travel Guide
San Juan





Popular places to visit

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.

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.

Parque las Palomas
You can learn about the history of San Juan when you stop by Parque las Palomas. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Museo de Casa Blanca
You can browse the exhibits at Museo de Casa Blanca, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in San Juan. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Things to do

Best of Old San Juan Walking Tour with El Morro Entry

El Yunque Rainforest Hike & Waterslide Tour

Sea Trek at Private Beach in San Juan

San Juan: Snorkeling with Turtles Adventure and Free Videos

Mixology Class at Casa BACARDÍ in Puerto Rico

FlyDining: Social Hour with Ocean View and Tropical Breeze
Top hotels in Catedral

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

Costa Bahia Hotel Paseo Caribe
I could barely see the “ocean” from my room…only the lagoon for the sailing club. More importantly, the room was less than desirable. I don’t ask for much. We asked for early check in. While I realize that can be a difficult ask, it wasn’t handled all that well. When the room was finally ready, the ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection
Well maintained will run high end property
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Caribe Hilton
We booked an ocean view balcony premiere room but was placed in a garden view room because we arrived a day late due to flight delays/weather, then we had no hot water for showering until we were placed in the original room we booked a day later, they did give us credit for good and beverages and ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado
Room was new and spotless
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar
This is my second time staying here my first time was amazing and it was only a month ago which is why I booked again this time the suite that I booked was not updated as the last suite the fee was at the parking lot I'm had the were no wash cloths and the water was cold
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Catedral

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

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.

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.

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.
