Old San Juan Travel Guide

San Juan

San Juan
San Juan
San Juan
Old San Juan
San Juan

Popular places to visit

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

Castillo San Felipe del Morro

5/5(2 reviews)

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

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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

5/5(1 review)

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

5/5(1 review)

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

Things to do

Single female snorkeler in the ocean off the coast of Puerto Rico

Catamaran Sail & Snorkeling in the Caribbean with Lunch

฿5,863
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Sail & Snorkeling in the Caribbean with Lunch
Fajardo: El Yunque Rainforest Hike and Waterslide Adventure

El Yunque Rainforest Hike & Waterslide VIP Small group tour

฿803
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
El Yunque Rainforest Hike & Waterslide VIP Small group tour
San Juan: Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer

San Juan: Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer

฿3,155
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Juan: Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer
Couple having fun on the Sea Trek tour in San Juan

Sea Trek at Private Beach in San Juan

฿3,473
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Sea Trek at Private Beach in San Juan
Legacy Tour at Casa BacardÍ in Puerto Rico

Legacy Tour at Casa BACARDÍ in Puerto Rico

฿1,421
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Legacy Tour at Casa BACARDÍ in Puerto Rico
San Juan: Snorkeling with Turtles Adventure and Free Videos

San Juan: Snorkeling with Turtles Adventure and Free Videos

฿1,434
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
San Juan: Snorkeling with Turtles Adventure and Free Videos
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Top hotels in Old San Juan

El Colonial - Adults Only

El Colonial - Adults Only

3.5 out of 5
312 C. de San Francisco, San Juan, San Juan
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,841 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
฿3,841
฿5,014 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,353 reviews)
"Place was nice. The bathroom needed an upgrade"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

El Colonial - Adults Only
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 ฿4,919 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
฿4,919
฿6,721 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,181 reviews)
"Super"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Hotel Rumbao, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Hotel El Convento

Hotel El Convento

4.5 out of 5
100 Cristo St, San Juan
The price is ฿13,840 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿13,840
฿18,102 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel! Was a fantastic place to stay for a first time in San Juan"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Hotel El Convento
Alma San Juan

Alma San Juan

4 out of 5
405 C. de San Francisco, San Juan, San Juan
The price is ฿6,113 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
฿6,113
฿7,897 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Port of San Juan and Pan American Pier are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (279 reviews)
"Excelente hotel."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Alma San Juan
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 ฿3,792 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
฿3,792
฿5,015 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, premium TV channels and housekeeping. Popular attractions Port of San Juan and Pan American Pier are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (312 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Armas Hotel
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 Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room, old style Spain seen, pool, great delicious breakfast, full menu and bar at the location. Loved the shower had lots of pressure and hot water. Loved the balcony and the sites all the way to the ocean. The staff was super friendly and accommodating. Will definitely come back."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Old San Juan

San Juan Cemetery

San Juan Antiguo

4/5(3 area reviews)

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 which includes heritage elements

Puerta de Tierra

4/5(1 area review)

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

3/5(1 area review)

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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