Discover the Fortifications of Old San Juan

Discover the Fortifications of Old San Juan

This tour is a magnificent opportunity to enjoy Old San Juan in a short time. The tour is guided by locals who have been certified by the Puerto Rico Tourism Company and that knows the old town very well.

You will not miss any of the famous icons of the city including the only two World Heritage Sites on the island and sites of interest that are off the beaten path. It is a perfect opportunity to learn from Puerto Rico's culture and traditions but also to understand its present economic and political status.

In this tour, you will not only see the beauty of Old San Juan but you will also understand why this little old town has so much to offer to its visitors and the people of Puerto Rico.

Itinerary
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Pass By: Teatro Tapia, Av. Ponce de Leon, San Juan 00901 Puerto Rico

Historic Municipal Theater

Stop At: Plaza de Colon, Calle Fortaleza, San Juan 00901 Puerto Rico

On the plaza, there are several landmarks such as the 0-kilometer plaque and Christopher Colombus Monument.

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Antiguo Casino de Puerto Rico, Ave. Ponce de Leon, Esq. Norzagaray, San Juan 00901 Puerto Rico

Gorgeous Beaux Art architecture from the early 20th century.

Stop At: Castillo de San Cristobal, Calle Norzagaray Old San Juan, San Juan 00901 Puerto Rico

Travelers will visit the interior of the San Cristobal Fort to visit its tunnels, dungeon, batteries, gift shop, etc. Along the way, travelers will learn about the history of the forts and the life of the soldiers stationed in it.

Duration: 45 minutes

Pass By: Plaza de la Barandilla, Calle Tanca, San Juan 00901 Puerto Rico

Old Baldorioty de Castro Technical School

Stop At: Plaza de Armas, 0 Calle 9, San Juan 00969 Puerto Rico

Travelers will see the City Hall, Old Treasury Building and the fountain of the 4 seasons.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: La Fortaleza - Palacio de Santa Catalina, Calle Fortaleza, San Juan 00901 Puerto Rico

This is the Governor's mansion one of Puerto Rico's World Heritage Sites. Also, you will see the colorful umbrellas over the street.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Catedral Metropolitana Basilica de San Juan Bautista, 151 Calle Del Santo Cristo, San Juan 00901-1521 Puerto Rico

We will visit the interior of the Cathedral to see Juan Ponce de Leon's tomb and the oldest structure of the church from the 16th century.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Hotel El Convento, 100 Calle del Cristo, San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico

We will visit the interior of this historic building to see the magnificent art of its ballrooms and meeting rooms. You will also some of the original structures of the Convent built on the 17th century.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: La Rogativa, 5-11 Caleta de Las Monjas Up on Hill Past San Juan Gate on the Paseo Del Morro Side, San Juan 00901-1311 Puerto Rico

We will see the iconic sculpture of La Rogativa and see parts of the defensive walls of Old San Juan. Travelers will also see the San Juan Gate which was the official entrance to the town.

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Casa Blanca Museum, 1 Calle San Sebastian Old San Juan, San Juan 00926-7354 Puerto Rico

We will see the residence of the Ponce de Leon family from outside to learn from its influence in Puerto Rico.

Stop At: Castillo San Felipe del Morro, 501 Calle Norzagaray, San Juan 00901-1213 Puerto Rico

We will see the fields of El Morro and the top levels of this fortification to learn from its history, battles and importance the arm forces of Spain and the USA. At this point, travelers will have the opportunity to visit the interior of the fort on their own.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Cuartel de Ballaja, Calle Norzagaray Corner Calle del Morro, San Juan 00901 Puerto Rico

We will visit the interior of this imposing building to learn from its history, museum and delicious restaurants.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Santa Maria Magdalena de Pazzis Cemetery, Calle Cementerio, San Juan 00926 Puerto Rico

We will see the cemetery from above. You will learn why it was built outside of the city walls and so close to the ocean. Also, we will talk about important figures of Puerto Rico's history that have been buried there.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Plaza del Quinto Centenario, Calle del Cristo Old San Juan, San Juan 00926 Puerto Rico

This is the most recent plaza built in Old San Juan. Here you will see the meaning of its inconspicuous architecture. From here travelers can request Uber or walk back to the old town.

Duration: 5 minutes