Old San Juan is magical! Explore the 2nd-oldest city in the Western Hemisphere. Spend the day walking around its cobblestone streets, admiring the unique and colorful house facades. Visit San Juan Cathedral, Capilla del Cristo, Paseo de la Princesa, Museo de las Américas and more. Multiple places have lunch and dinner. Old San Juan is a 50 minute drive from the wedding hotel. Street parking is generally limited to residents. If you're staying in the San Juan area, Uber/Lyft is your best option. If you're driving, we recommend the following parking lots: - Ballajá Parking Garage, Calle Morovis & Calle Norzagaray (near El Morro and main sites) - Doña Fela Parking Garage, 318 C. del Recinto Sur, San Juan (near the port - 10 min walk to El Morro and main sites)
Visit El Morro, formerly known as Castillo San Felipe del Morro, one of Puerto Rico's most iconic landmarks and a must-see when visiting Old San Juan. A massive 16th-century fortress built by Spanish colonizers to defend the island from naval attacks, standing watch over the entrance to San Juan Bay for centuries. Pro-tip: Bring sunscreen, hats, and lots of water!
Spend a fabulous day sailing to the cays to the east of Puerto Rico. This is a 40 minute drive from the hotel to the marina. If there is enough interest, we could reserve it for a large group. For other catamaran options, visit: https://eastislandpr.com/
Laguna Grande is a bioluminescent bay found in the eastern town of Fajardo, about a 1/2 hour drive from the hotel. It is one of three bioluminescent bays found along Puerto Rico's coastline. For tours of the bay: https://puertoricobiobaytours.com/
La Parguera is a bioluminescent bay found in the southern town of Lajas, about a two 1/2 hour drive from the hotel. It is one of three bioluminescent bays found along Puerto Rico's coastline. For tours of the bay: https://hookdonadventureparguera.com/
If you are planning a longer stay in Puerto Rico, Vieques is a popular destination! It is a small island off the east coast of Puerto Rico, accessible via ferry or a short flight. Vieques is known for its untouched beaches, wild horses, and one of the world's brightest bioluminescent bays (Mosquito Bay). It's perfect for snorkeling, kayaking, and swimming.