Old San Juan Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

San Juan
San Juan
San Juan
Old San Juan
San Juan

Popular places to visit

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

Castillo San Felipe del Morro

4/5(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(1 review)

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

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

4/5(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

Activities

Puerto Rico: UTV and Can-Am Sightseeing Tours

Puerto Rico: UTV and Can-Am Sightseeing Tours

AU$104
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Puerto Rico: UTV and Can-Am Sightseeing Tours
San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour

San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour

AU$68
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour
Carolina: ATV Adventure at Campo Rico Ranch with Guide

Carolina: ATV Adventure at Campo Rico Ranch with Guide

AU$339
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Carolina: ATV Adventure at Campo Rico Ranch with Guide
San Juan: Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer

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

AU$152
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Juan: Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer
From Carolina: Horse Riding at a Private Ranch

From Carolina: Horse Riding at a Private Ranch

AU$172
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
From Carolina: Horse Riding at a Private Ranch
From San Juan: El Yunque Rainforest and Waterslide Tour

From San Juan: El Yunque Rainforest and Waterslide Tour

AU$88
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From San Juan: El Yunque Rainforest and Waterslide Tour
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Our pick of the best Old San Juan Hotel Deals

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 AU$354 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
AU$354
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,088 reviews)
"From the staff to the location and even the other guest’s, everything was perfect. The hotel was gorgeous and clean and so were rooms. The food was amazing, and the pool relaxing."

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

Hotel Rumbao, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
El Colonial - Adults Only

El Colonial - Adults Only

3.5 out of 5
312 C. de San Francisco, San Juan, San Juan
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,290 reviews)
"I'd like to commend Christian and the staff at El Colonial! Super caring, knowledgeable, and pleasant to be around the whole time we stayed. Always had a smile on their face and their service was second to none. I'll definitely be back because of them. Restaurants, coffee shops, and bars are within ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

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Armas Hotel

Armas Hotel

2 out of 5
202 C. San José, San Juan, San Juan
The price is AU$256 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$256
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free WiFi, premium TV channels, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Port of San Juan and Pan American Pier are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (272 reviews)
"Best hotel in old San Juan. Very clean. Perfect location. Will be back for sure"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 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 WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"great location, walkable area"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

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La Terraza de San Juan
Fortaleza Suites

Fortaleza Suites

3.5 out of 5
315 Calle Fortaleza, Old San Juan, San Juan
The price is AU$186 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$186
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star guesthouse in San Juan. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,127 reviews)
"I had an amazing stay !! Very clean and the room was specious . The tv didn’t work and the room was cold ."

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Fortaleza Suites
Alma San Juan

Alma San Juan

4 out of 5
405 C. de San Francisco, San Juan, San Juan
The price is AU$326 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
AU$326
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Port of San Juan and Pan American Pier are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (251 reviews)
"I loved the hotels it was very nice. The only thing I didn’t like is that it doesn’t have a microwave in the room but everything else was very beautiful."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Old San Juan

San Juan Cemetery

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 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 featuring heritage elements

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.

Puerta de Tierra
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Isla Grande

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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