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5-Day Adventure in San Juan: Beaches, History, and Delicious Food

camila linares

camila linares

3 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling 5-day journey to San Juan, Puerto Rico. Explore stunning beaches, visit historical landmarks, and indulge in mouthwatering cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to San Juan

Day 1
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$204

Condado Beach
Popular public beach with white sand, luxury hotels & a variety of outdoor bars & cafes nearby.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Semilla Kitchen and Bar
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$104
3 - 4 min

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Pannes
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$100
Day 2
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$199

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$ 12

Plaza Colón
Tree-lined square close to the old city, with outdoor cafes & a monument to Christopher Columbus.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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Free
9 - 14 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.
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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Free
27 - 33 min

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Casa BACARDÍ
Renowned rum distillery featuring historical tours, mixology classes, tastings & an outdoor patio.
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
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$75
28 - 34 min

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The Chapel Restaurant & Bar
WE ARE OPEN and offering a full, delicious and affordable menu, ice cold drinks and our amazing hospitality.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$32
2 - 3 min

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Cafe El Punto
1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
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$92
Day 3
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$180

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$ 6

Carolina Public Beach
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Donde Olga
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$96
4 - 6 min

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Restaurant Hipic Cache
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$84
Day 4
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$128

Isla Verde Beach West
Branch of sandy urban beach backed by palm trees, resorts & condos with water sports.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Los Gorditos
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$84
9 - 14 min

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Metropol
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$44
Day 5
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$156

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$ 18

La Ventana al Mar
Condado oceanfront park, aka the "Window to the Sea," with shady palms & nighttime entertainment.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Puerta de San Juan
This large, circa-1635 gate was the main entry into the walled city during its Spanish colonial era.
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Paseo del Morro
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
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Free
30 - 36 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.
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
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Free
27 - 33 min

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Cafe El Punto
1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
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$92
4 - 6 min

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St. Germain Bistro & Café
A Neighborhood Bistro @ Old San Juan located off the beaten path that offer fresh dishes, refreshing drinks made at the moment you order.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$64

Budget breakdown: $903 In total

Activities & Food:$867
Transport:$36