Top San Juan Archaeology Tours

Combine a trip to El Yunque with some beach time at Luquillo with this group tour. You'll start in El Yunque, where you'll take a walk out through the forest and get the chance to swim in crystalline rivers. You'll then continue to Luquillo, where you can slide down a natural waterslide at Las Paylas and spend time at the local beach before returning to San Juan.

Escape the crowds in San Juan to travel into the island's central mountain region to discover it scenic beauty and learn about some of the area's earliest inhabitants. With your guide, explore the Toro Negro Rainforest, Tres Pichacos National Forest, Las Delicias Waterfall, and the Zama petroglyph mural. San Juan hotel pickup and drop-off, as well as lunch, snacks, and bottled water, are included.

Get a taste for the amazing natural wonders and fascinating history of Puerto Rico during this visit to the top attractions along the island’s northern coast from San Juan. Enjoy a guided tour of the La Cueva del Indio caves and nature reserve near Arecibo, learning about the area's connection to the island’s indigenous Taíno tribe. Then take a moderate hike at Gozalandia, one of the most scenic waterfalls in Puerto Rico, and cool off with some swimming. Sip on local beer or sangria throughout the day and spend your afternoon snorkeling. Your excursion also includes round-trip hotel transport, water, entrance fees, and a local guide.

Founded in 1509, San Juan has over 500 years of history. Get to know the highlights without the hassles of research when you join a professional historian in their Audi SUV for this private door-to-door tour. See the Caparra Ruins and Historical Park, where the first settlement was created; take a walking tour of the Old San Juan walled city; after lunch (own expense) discover Santurce, a more modern district.

Enjoy a new perspective on Old San Juan—and soak up Caribbean breezes and sunset views—aboard this evening boat tour. Following pickup at select local hotels, hop aboard the boat and find a comfortable seat on the deck. Then, spy highlights like Paseo De La Princesa, La Fortaleza, the San Juan City Walls, and more, all while the sun goes down. Light refreshments and alcoholic drinks are available on board.

See the best of San Juan and the surrounding areas with this small-group tour of the historic port city. You'll wander through the cobblestoned streets of Old San Juan, spend time at the Castillo de San Cristobal, go shopping at Isla Verde and Condado Beach, and have time left over to grab a bite at Pinones Beach.

Immerse yourself in Puerto Rico's art scene with this guided tour. you'll see street art in the Santurce neighborhood with a local guide before continuing to Pinones to sample Afro-Caribbean fare and learn how to make a few local delights yourself. You'll finish off your experience at Luquillo Beach for a sip-and-paint experience.

Travelers who want to stay forever young will love this fountain of youth tour of Old San Juan. Learn about the colonial Gilded Age and discover the stories and history of Ponce de Leon's city and people. Listen in as your friendly guide shares stories about riots and revolutions and find out why the colony was known as "Gold Island". Wander through burial sites where greats like Ponce de Leon and other founding fathers of Puerto Rico are buried and get an up close look at history, culture and traditions that define this destination.

Immerse yourself in Puerto Rico's salsa culture during this 1-hour beginner salsa class. The outdoor class is led by a professional instructor in open air, so you don't have to take a break from the tropical sunshine. Dance solo or with a partner and learn about what makes salsa such an integral part of Puerto Rican culture.

Escape the crowds in San Juan with a small-group trip into Puerto Rico's mountains and a less-traveled beach. After a pickup at a central location in San Juan, Condado, or Isla Verde, head to Gozalandia Waterfall to take a dip in the refreshing water or just admire the lush view. Then drive to Cerra Gorda Beach for lunch (your expense) and time for relaxation, before being returned to your pickup point.

Learn about the essential Puerto Rican art of Salsa dancing during this 1-hour class in San Juan. Suitable for both beginners and those who are looking to polish their skills, this class will let you understand the musical and rhythmic soul of Puerto Rican culture.

Get a deeper look at Puerto Rican culture and experience San Juan like a local, with a local, on this immersive, in-depth private tour. Discover sights from street art and murals, and bars and restaurants, to 16th-century forts. Hit the tourist areas, including Ocean Park, explore the 500-year-old city of Old San Juan, and see the La Perla shanty town where the Despacito music video was filmed.

Immerse yourself in the cultural history of Puerto Rico during this half-day tour to historic Caguas with lunch and visits to its major attractions. Situated just 20 miles (32km) south of San Juan, Caguas is home to a number of intriguing sights, including its Botanical and Cultural Garden, along with its restored sugar mill.  Listen as your guide teaches you about Puerto Rico’s indigenous Taíno people, and take a walking tour on the Route of the Creole Heart. The day also includes all entrance fees and round-trip transportation from San Juan hotels.