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3 Days in San Juan: Coffee, History, and Culture

Rosanna Lopez

8 Jan 2024

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Embark on a thrilling journey through the vibrant streets of San Juan, immersing yourself in the rich coffee culture, exploring historic landmarks, and indulging in the local cuisine. Discover hidden gems and iconic sites that will leave you captivated.

Trip to San Juan

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Coffee Delights and Colonial Wonders

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$73

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$ 5

Caribe Hilton

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Café Don Ruiz

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

8 - 12 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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$13

9 - 11 min

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Plaza Colón

Tree-lined square close to the old city, with outdoor cafes & a monument to Christopher Columbus.

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Cafe Puerto Rico

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$26

2 - 3 min

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Caficultura

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$24

Day 2Unveiling History and Culinary Delights

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$55

·

$ 3

Caribe Hilton

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Patio del Nispero

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$9

9 - 14 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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$13

10 - 15 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.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$8

4 - 5 min

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Cafe El Punto

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$25

Day 3Coffee, Art, and Castle Adventures

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$65

·

$ 5

Caribe Hilton

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Hacienda San Pedro Coffee Shop

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$7

3 - 4 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

9 - 11 min

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Castillo San Cristóbal

Walled & heavily fortified citadel built 1765-1785 & largest of the Spanish built forts in Americas.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$13

3 - 4 min

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Caficultura

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$24

2 - 3 min

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La Madre

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$21

Budget breakdown: $204 In total

Activities & Food:$192

Transport:$12