Consisting of 400 restored buildings from the 16th- and 17th-century Spanish colonial period, this area in San Juan is steeped in history with an old-world and romantic European charm.
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#1 of 139 attractions in San Juan
Attraction type: Neighborhood; Historic walking area; Historic site
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- Mar 31, 2008 "See Old San Juan"
- Mar 14, 2008 "Picturesque! A Must for San Juan!"
- Feb 21, 2008 "Walking Tour In San Juan"
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#3 of 139 attractions in San Juan
Constructed to defend the San Juan coastline during the 17th and 18th centuries, this dramatic fortress rises 140 feet above the sea on a rocky promontory, and is composed of six huge levels of ramps, barracks, dungeons, turrets, towers and tunnels.
Attraction type: Historic site; Scenic/historic walking area
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- Jun 12, 2008 "Great for history lovers"
- May 9, 2008 "well that was pretty cool!"
- Mar 14, 2008 "Amazing!!!!!"
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#5 of 139 attractions in San Juan
Attraction type: Tour
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Attraction type: Tram; Biking trail; Park; Jogging path/track; Playground
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#9 of 139 attractions in San Juan
Attraction type: Tour
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- Jun 20, 2008 "Horrible. Do Not Patron!"
- Jun 15, 2008 "Worst Experience!! Do Not Use!!"
- Jun 4, 2008 "So much fun!!"
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#10 of 139 attractions in San Juan
Many people come to Puerto Rico for a short period of time (taking a cruise somewhere else or business. ) So when you asked what they did, they pretty much say went to El Morro and Old San Juan. If
Attraction type: Neighborhood; Beach
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- Apr 1, 2008 "Business trip"
- Dec 7, 2006 "Best Beaches"
- Apr 16, 2006 "urban beach...period"
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#11 of 139 attractions in San Juan
More than just an art museum, the Museo del Arte hosts concerts and festivals as well.
Attraction type: Art museum; Shop; Theater; Garden
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- Nov 28, 2005 "Treat yourself"
- Jan 14, 2005 "Wonderful little museum"
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#16 of 139 attractions in San Juan
This restored 19th-century esplanade is the place to begin your stroll through Old San Juan, because of its central location and its inexhaustible charm.
Attraction type: Scenic/historic walking area; Street
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- Jul 3, 2006 "An enchanting walkway"
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#24 of 139 attractions in San Juan
Beach that extends for several miles east of downtown (Old San Juan), which is lined with high-rise resorts and packed with sun worshippers.
Attraction type: Beach; Neighborhood
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- Mar 16, 2007 "Condado Beach is Great"
- Aug 17, 2005 "Super Cool Condado"
Attraction type: Scenic/historic walking area; Landmark/point of interest
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The original Old San Juan town square is a good spot to orient yourself as you begin your tour of this charming area.
Attraction type: Town center/square/plaza
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#35 of 139 attractions in San Juan
Attraction type: Park
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- Dec 8, 2004 "Beautiful park"
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#51 of 139 attractions in San Juan
A narrow body of water that separates the Condado Beach area from the rest of San Juan.
Attraction type: Waterway
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- Mar 1, 2005 "Great place to kayak and winsurf"
Follow the mountain roads to this preserve where youll find La Torre de Piedra, the stone tower.
Attraction type: Forest; Nature reserve
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The most popular of San Juans beaches is also the most lively.
Attraction type: Beach
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A park dedicated to San Juans lively pigeon population and the pigeons definitely use it.
Attraction type: Park; Town center/square/plaza
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#89 of 139 attractions in San Juan
Attraction type: Garden
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- Jun 30, 2007 "Like Plants? Forget it!"
- Dec 30, 2005 "Worth seeing"
A private island where Wyndham El Conquistador guests are often ferried for more water activities.
Attraction type: Island
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