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9 Days in San Juan: A Tropical Adventure

Joseph Tuft

Joseph Tuft

8 Dec 2023

Embark on a 9-day journey through the vibrant streets of San Juan, Puerto Rico. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, explore historical landmarks, and soak up the sun on beautiful beaches. Get ready for an unforgettable tropical adventure!

Trip to San Juan

Day 1Contemporary Art and Ocean Views
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$32

Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Puerto Rico
Museum showcasing regional/Latin American contemporary art in 1918 white-columned middle school.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$31
10 - 15 min

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La Ventana al Mar
Condado oceanfront park, aka the "Window to the Sea," with shady palms & nighttime entertainment.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 2Fortresses and Colonial Charm
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$63

Castillo San Cristóbal
Walled & heavily fortified citadel built 1765-1785 & largest of the Spanish built forts in Americas.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$63
3 - 4 min

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Plaza Colón
Tree-lined square close to the old city, with outdoor cafes & a monument to Christopher Columbus.
10:00 AM - 10:45 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.
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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Free
Day 3Parks and Artistic Delights
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$0

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$ 8

Luis Muñoz Rivera Park
Sprawling, landscaped recreation area with paved walkways & shade trees, plus a fountain & statue.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 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.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 4Botanical Gardens and Local Markets
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$ 15

Jardín Botánico y Cultural William Miranda Marín
Guided tours are available at this botanical garden on the site of a historic sugar mill.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
28 - 34 min

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Plaza del Mercado de Río Piedras Rafael Hernández Marín
Indoor marketplace with vendors supplying local produce, meats & souvenirs, plus lunch options.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
29 - 35 min

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Parque de las Palomas
Small outdoor area featuring park benches, scenic views & a wall offering refuge to many pigeons.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 5Relaxation at Luis Muñoz Marín Park
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$0

Parque Luis Muñoz Marín
Public park with a river, trees, fields, playgrounds, a large water-play area & trails.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
Day 6Art Appreciation and Children's Museum
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$94

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$ 8

Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico
Esteemed art museum specializing in Puerto Rican art, housed in 1920s neoclassical former hospital.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$63
30 - 36 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.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$31
Day 7Discover the Majestic San Felipe del Morro
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$63

Castillo San Felipe del Morro
Enduring 16th-century Spanish fortification atop a promontory with cannons pointing seaward.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$63
Day 8Dive into History at San Juan Museums
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$63

Museo de San Juan
Museum displaying Puerto Rican art through the ages plus historic artifacts in old marketplace.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$31
5 - 8 min

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Museo de las Américas
Exhibits in an 1800s army barracks showing pre-Columbian to modern art from the Americas.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$31
Day 9Farewell to San Juan
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$0

Budget breakdown: $343 In total

Activities & Food:$313
Transport:$30