- El Morro is a massive 16th-century citadel overlooking the ocean—fly a kite on the lawn.
- Old San Juan is full of blue cobblestone streets and pastel houses—very Instagrammable.
- La Placita de Santurce is the place to dance salsa in the street at night.
- Condado Beach is the Miami Beach of the Caribbean with resorts and casinos.
- Casa Bacardi offers rum tasting tours (take the ferry across the bay).
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When to go: Winter or Spring
December to April is peak season. Weather is perfect (25-30°C).
Summer is hot and humid. Hurricane season is June-Nov.
- Best: Dec-Apr.
- Summer: Humid.
- Hurricane: Jun-Nov.
Getting there: Uber or Taxi
Luis Munoz Marin (SJU) is the main airport. Uber is allowed for pickups.
Taxis have fixed rates by zone (approx $20-25 to Old San Juan).
- Uber: Easy.
- Taxi: Fixed rate.
- Bus: Not recommended.
Where to stay: Old San Juan or Condado
Old San Juan is historic and romantic. Condado is for beach and luxury.
Ocean Park is a bit more laid back and beachy.
- Old San Juan: History.
- Condado: Beach/Resort.
- Santurce: Local/Arts.
What to see: Forts and Streets
Explore El Morro and San Cristobal forts. Walk Calle del Cristo.
See the Raices Fountain at sunset. Visit the Cathedral.
- El Morro: Citadel.
- Streets: Blue cobbles.
- Cathedral: Ponce de Leon tomb.
- Paseo: Seaside walk.
Food: Mofongo
Mofongo (mashed plantains with garlic/pork) is the national dish. Try it at El Jibarito.
Mallorca is a sweet bread sandwich. Piña Colada was invented at Barrachina (or Caribe Hilton).
- Mofongo: Must try.
- Mallorca: Breakfast.
- Piña Colada: Drink.
- Lechon: Roast pork.
Getting around: Uber and Walk
Old San Juan is walkable (but hilly). Uber is best for getting between districts.
There is no train. Buses are unreliable.
- Walk: Old City.
- Uber: Between areas.
- Car: Only for island trips.
Budget: Moderate
Prices are similar to the US. Hotels can be pricey.
Street food (kiosks) is cheap and good.
- Currency: USD.
- Food: Mixed.
- Hotels: High.
2 Days in San Juan
Day 1: Old San Juan. El Morro fort. Lunch (Mofongo). Walk the walls. Sunset at Paseo de la Princesa.
Day 2: Beach & Rum. Morning at Condado beach. Afternoon ferry to Casa Bacardi. Night out at La Placita.
- Day 1: History.
- Day 2: Sun & Rum.
- Night: Salsa.
FAQ
Do I need a passport?
US citizens do NOT need a passport. Everyone else does.
Is it safe?
Tourist areas are safe. La Perla is famous (Despacito video) but be careful there.
Spanish or English?
Both. Spanish is primary, but English is widely spoken.