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8-Day Adventure in San Juan: Exploring History, Cuisine, and Culture

Yuleika Saume

Yuleika Saume

13 Nov 2023

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through San Juan, Puerto Rico. Discover historic forts, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant local culture. Join us as we explore the best of San Juan!

Trip to San Juan

Day 1
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$684

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$ 27

The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Brain Freezee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$174
36 - 44 min

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Isla de Cabras
Small island with an old fort & a recreational park with gazebos & a beach for swimming or fishing.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Fortín San Juan de la Cruz (El Cañuelo)
Historic fort on an island with a walking path, palm trees & educational signage.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Los Serrano Rest
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$258
5 - 8 min

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La Garita Waterfront Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$252
Day 2
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$815

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$ 27

The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Casa de España
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$180
15 - 18 min

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Castillo San Felipe del Morro
Enduring 16th-century Spanish fortification atop a promontory with cannons pointing seaward.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$75
10 - 15 min

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Museo de las Américas
Exhibits in an 1800s army barracks showing pre-Columbian to modern art from the Americas.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$38
4 - 5 min

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Ostra Cosa Restaurant
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$228
2 - 3 min

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Pira-Rum
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$294
Day 3
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$762

·

$ 45

The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$216
10 - 15 min

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Fortín de San Jerónimo del Boquerón
Remains of a small 17th-century fort built in Condado Lagoon to defend San Juan.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
36 - 44 min

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Isla de Cabras National Historic Site
National park with a non-swimming beach, ruins of a fort & scenic views, plus a snack bar.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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La Garita Waterfront Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$252
30 - 36 min

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Pira-Rum
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$294
Day 4
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$752

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$ 27

The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$198
16 - 20 min

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La Fortaleza
Monumental fortification incorporating residence of the island's governor, dating from 16th-century.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista
Landmark 1540 cathedral, second oldest in the Americas, holding tomb of city founder Ponce de León.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Museo de San Juan
Museum displaying Puerto Rican art through the ages plus historic artifacts in old marketplace.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$38
3 - 4 min

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SanSe 152
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$222
3 - 4 min

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Pira-Rum
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$294
Day 5
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$732

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$ 27

The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Rare 125
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$210
13 - 16 min

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Puerto Rican Art & Crafts
Gallery stocking colorful sculptures, masks, paintings, souvenirs & jewelry by local artists.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Teatro Alejandro Tapia y Rivera
One of the oldest freestanding theaters in use in the U.S., built in 1824 in horseshoe-shaped tiers.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Atrevete
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$216
2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$306
Day 6
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$825

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$ 27

The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Texas De Brazil
Texas de Brazil, is a Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, that features endless servings of flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and Brazilian sausage as well as an extravagant salad area with a wide array of seasonal chef-crafted items.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$192
16 - 20 min

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San Juan National Historic Site
This 1949 historic destination features colonial fortifications, powder houses & old city walls.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$75
9 - 14 min

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Pira-Rum
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$294
1 - 2 min

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El Champi
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$264
Day 7
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$893

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$ 36

The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Marcelo Seafood House
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$192
7 - 9 min

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Museo del Niño de Carolina
Children's museum with hands-on educational exhibits, plus go-karts & a colorful outdoor play area.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$38
15 - 18 min

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Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico
Esteemed art museum specializing in Puerto Rican art, housed in 1920s neoclassical former hospital.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$75
6 - 9 min

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Bistro de París
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$312
4 - 6 min

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Cañas & Tapeo
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$276
Day 8
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$708

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$ 18

The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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Boulangerie Restaurant
Boulangerie (Tradicion Francesa)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$186
11 - 16 min

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Centro de Bellas Artes Luis A. Ferré
Major performing arts center offering concerts, plays, ballet & events, named for local politician.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Cañas & Tapeo
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$276
9 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$246

Budget breakdown: $6404 In total

Activities & Food:$6170
Transport:$234