Old San Juan is Puerto Rico's walled city. It's like a museum of living history, where you can explore the impressive San Felipe del Morro and San Cristóbal fortresses and castles or just wander through the cobblestone streets and soak up the unique architecture of the city.
Visit the world's largest premium rum distillery! Casa Bacardí is just a 20 minute drive from the airport. Enjoy a welcome cocktail at the waterfront Bat Bar Pavilion, then join a guided tour to discover how Bacardí rum is made and learn about the family-owned company’s history of craft and innovation. Other experiences include a rum tasting tour, mixology class and bottling your own Bacardí bottle.
If you are staying in Old San Juan or in Condado, you can kayak or stand-up paddle through the Condado Lagoon and you may even see some manatees swimming right next to you! They are open for both daytime and nighttime kayaking experiences.
El Yunque is the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest Service. El Yunque has a very diverse ecosystem, hosting hundreds of unique plant and animal species, including the island’s famous coquí frog. This natural treasure is an excellent destination if you want to be immersed in nature. You can visit for a hike on one of its many trails, bathe in natural pools beneath waterfalls, or just relax and enjoy the scenery.
This is one of the best malls in Puerto Rico and my personal favorite. At The Mall of San Juan, you’ll find upscale boutiques including Louis Vuitton, Bulgari, Tiffany, Carolina Herrera and Gucci, to name a few.