Stepping Back in Time: A Walking Tour of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico

363 C. Tetuán #1, San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico

From

$49.95

Duration

2 hours 30 minutes

Tour Type

Wishlist

Tour Overview

Explore the colorful buildings and charming streets of Old San Juan in a small group with the help of writer David Rodríguez, author of ‘The Rise and Fall of the Great Barbate.’ During the course of your day, the knowledgeable author helps you discover the area’s key historic sites and gain new insight into Puerto Rican culture. It’s a great opportunity to learn about the many stories of the people who helped to define this unique neighborhood. The length of your walking trip is flexible based on your needs and also includes bottled water.

Take a walking tour of Old San Juan with author David Rodríguez
Gain new insight into Puerto Rican culture from a knowledgeable author
Learn the stories of the people that helped to define this unique neighborhood
Discover key historic sites like Fort San Cristobal, Plaza de Armas, and the city gates

Included/Exclude

Bottled water
Local guide

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Tickets

Tour Amenities

Accepts Credit Cards

Casino

Reservations

Shopping

Tour Guide

Tour Itinerary

What To Expect

Meet your guide, author David Rodríguez, in Old San Juan and head out to explore the historic city on foot. Listen to David tell you all about the city and its history as you visit some of San Juan's top urban highlights, such as the Ponce de Leon Statue and La Princesa Walkway.

See the Fort San Cristobal from the outside, check out the Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista, and spend time at the Plaza de Armas. Be prepared to learn a lot about San Juan—and feel free to ask plenty of questions—as you spend around two hours walking through the historic part of the city.

Additional Information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Children must be accompanied by an adult

May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Proper clothing required to enter to churches
Proper shoes required. No sandals.
Not recommended for people with recent surgery
Not recommended for people with hip, heel or foot pain
Not recommended for people with high blood pressure complications
Travelers Must Be fit for walking long distances (3 miles)
Warning. Not recommended for people with cat allergies. We may walk areas with cats in Old San Juan
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Stop 1 - Old San Juan

Meet at Starbucks

363 C. Tetuán #1, San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico

Stop 2- Plaza Colon

Plaza Colón in San Juan, Puerto Rico. It's a tree-lined square close to the old city, with outdoor cafes & a monument to Christopher Columbus.

Stop 3 - City Walls and San Juan Gate

The San Juan Gate is the main gate of the city walls. It was built in 1635 and is one of the most important landmarks in San Juan. The gate is decorated with sculptures of Spanish kings and queens.

Stop 4 - La Fortaleza

La Fortaleza is a monumental fortification in San Juan, Puerto Rico, that dates back to the 16th century. It was built by the Spanish to defend the city from attacks by pirates and other enemies. The fortress is located on a hill overlooking the city and the harbor. It is a popular tourist attraction and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Stop 5 - Catedral Basílica Menor de San Juan Bautista

Catedral Basílica Menor de San Juan Bautista is a beautiful church in San Juan, Puerto Rico. It is located in the heart of Old San Juan and is one of the oldest churches in the Americas.

Stop 6 - Plaza de Armas

Plaza de Armas de San Juan is a historic square in San Juan, Puerto Rico, located in front of the city hall. It is one of the oldest public squares in the Americas, dating back to the 16th century. The square is surrounded by a number of historic buildings, including the Cathedral of San Juan, the Governor's Palace, and the Casa Blanca.

Stop 7 - La Muralla

The wall is nearly 400 years old, and is composed of rock, rubble, and mortar. It wraps around Viejo San Juan from the cruise ship piers on San Juan Harbor to the capitol on the Atlantic Ocean.

The wall is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is maintained by the U.S. National Park Service.