Things To Do
El Yunque National Forest
El Yunque is the only tropical rainforest in the national forest system. Take a hike, bathe in natural pools beneath waterfalls, zipline through the mountains, or simply relish the stunning scenery. The forest spans 28,000 acres of land, houses more than 240 types of trees, 25 waterfalls, abundant rivers, unique birds, and native species like the coquí tree frog.
Bahía Bioluminiscente
Puerto Rico has some of the best spots for seeing bioluminescence anywhere in the world. Take a kayaking tour in the evening tides to see the glow of dinoflagellates in the ocean. Check out the link for various options.
Balneario del Escambrón
El Escambrón Beach is a public-access beach next to the Luis Muñoz Rivera Park in Old San Juan. At Escambron you can swim safely, snorkel to observe sea turtles, scuba dive, or walk along the scenic oceanside trail.
Castillo San Felipe del Morro
Castillo San Felipe Del Morro is the bigger of the two Spanish military forts in Old San Juan. This beautiful fort is on the northwesternmost point of the island of Old San Juan and named in honor of King Philip II of Spain. The fort was designed to guard the entrance to the Bay, and defend the Spanish colonial port from sea attacks. $10 fee to enter.
Viejo San Juan
Old San Juan Historic District: located at the “northwest triangle” of the islet of San Juan. Old San Juan is the oldest settlement within Puerto Rico and the historic colonial section of the city of San Juan. Explore and get lost walking these streets and find yourself in the little shops and bar hopping from day to night.
Barrachina
Some argue that this is the birth place of the Piña Colada. If you're exploring Old San Juan, stop here and grab one..or two.
La Vergüenza Viejo San Juan
La Vergüenza is an ocean-view rooftop bar and restaurant with some of the best views of the colorful La Perla neighborhood in Old San Juan. The restaurant specializes in Puerto Rican and Caribbean cuisine, but it's also a great spot to just grab a local beer, sit back, and enjoy the views.
Café Cuatro Sombras
Stop by this coffee shop while walking around Old San Juan for a cup of local, fresh roasted Puerto Rican coffee. The most common ways to drink coffee in Puerto Rico are pocillo (espresso), cortadito (espresso with a little steamed milk), and café con leche (latte).