
Things to do in San Juan
Welcome to San Juan
Island lovers, nature enthusiasts, and history buffs alike flock to San Juan’s tropical rain forest, turquoise waters, and 16th-century Spanish colonial historic district—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Puerto Rican capital’s proximity to El Yunque National Forest makes it easy to escape into the lush wilderness, hiking to waterfalls or soaring through the air on a zipline. If you only have time for only one epic adventure, make it a kayaking tour of Laguna Grande, where you can marvel at the natural phenomenon of millions of bioluminescent microorganisms glowing in the water after dark. And don't miss a visit to the Casa Bacardi rum distillery.
Top 15 attractions in San Juan
Laguna Grande
El Yunque National Park
Old San Juan
Icacos Island (Cayo Icacos)
San Juan Cathedral (Catedral de San Juan Bautista)
Castillo San Felipe del Morro
Luquillo Beach
La Fortaleza (The Fortress)
Paseo de la Princesa
Bacardi Rum Factory (Casa Bacardi)
San Juan Bay
Castillo San Cristobal
Chapel of Christ (Capilla del Cristo)
Flamenco Beach (Playa Flamenco)
Palomino Island
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El Yunque Waterslide Adventure with Transportation
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When to visit
Winter in San Juan means warm temperatures, dry weather, and tons of events including the Puerto Rico Heritage Artisans Fair and San Sebastián Street Festival. Be sure to book ahead if you want to enjoy Puerto Rico’s peak season, when snowbirds flock to the island. Crowds typically die down by April, but pleasant weather remains, making spring a great alternative.