Name: Old San Juan
Address: San Juan
Rating: 4.5

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“cobblestone streets”(761 reviews)

“colorful buildings”(280 reviews)

“old city”(732 reviews)

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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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razman10

North Kingstown, Rhode Island

3628

Reviewed yesterday

Beautiful Island

We visited San Juan during a cruise stop. I must say that I was pleasantly surprised as to how clean it was! We took a short tour of the island with one of the vendors at the end of the pier and were shown many...More

Date of experience: May 2019

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scottbU7402ID

York, Pennsylvania

2

Reviewed yesterday via mobile

Cruise ports stop

Old San Juan was a fun and beautiful place to visit. We enjoyed the forts shopping and trying some of the local food and drink. We also had a brief time to go to a free beach directly behind the state capitol building it was...More

Date of experience: May 2019

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belycita

Davenport, Florida

161

Reviewed yesterday

Perfect vacation place

You need comfortable shoes to walk around Old San Juan. Lots of places to eat. Always a nice breeze which makes the walking pleasant. You have to visit San Felipe El Morro and San Cristobal Fort. If you like history, these are the places to...More

Date of experience: February 2019

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DavidBinPa1968

Auburn, Pennsylvania

2

Reviewed yesterday

Old World Charm, Lots of Walking!

Old San Juan is the oldest and most historic area of San Juan. It was originally built by the Spanish settlers after Christopher Columbus made his 2nd trip to the New World. The cobblestone streets crisscross the old city, filled with many restaurants, shops and...More

Date of experience: May 2019

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Christhegirl

Daly City, California

6

Reviewed 2 days ago

It's like being in Italy!

The food and the streets really reminded me of Italy. People, weather, and food there are also AMAZING! We had this local sandwich called mallorcas at La Bombonera and it's really good! And we had a whole red snapper at Los Yeyos that was really...More

Date of experience: May 2019

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colbor

Kitchener, Canada

7433

Reviewed 3 days ago

Great place to wonder the streets

A lovely place to wonder the old streets of San Juan. Lots to see and do. There are many stores and restaurants.

Date of experience: May 2019

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Eric G

Schellinkhout, The Netherlands

8011

Reviewed 3 days ago via mobile

Little old Spanish like town

Nice place to stay for a day, more is not needed because you will see all in one day. Small Spanish but Caribbean stile town.

Date of experience: May 2019

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Scene-set

Wokingham, United Kingdom

692233

Reviewed 3 days ago via mobile

A walking Town!

A great cruise ship stop - old town is on the doorstop with CVS and Walgreens literally opposite the port (if you need supplies!) So many roads (pavements can get crowded) to walk and amazing buildings, in various conditions and states of decay - but...More

Date of experience: May 2019

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dynamicm19

Port of Spain, Trinidad

171

Reviewed 4 days ago

Great vacation stop

Lots to do and many sightseeing stops. The place is awesome. ! great weather, Historical sites, huge lovely shopping malls, several restaurants, nice dining with delicious meals.

Date of experience: April 2019

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MrVeganTraveler

New York City, New York

111

Reviewed 4 days ago

Another episode of adventure !

I somehow found myself back in Puerto Rico 2nd time around but this time I stayed in Old San Juan during the Old San Juan festival. Very exiting, thrilling and fun ! I also went jet skiing and atv riding which was the best part....More

Date of experience: January 2019

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lilinka25

My cruise ship will be docking here for half of the day (10-3). What is a good itinerary? I am traveling with my toddler and my mom who can’t walk for too long and needs to rest often. What attractions are near the port? I’d like to visit the umbrella street. What else? Any good restaurants or bars?

May 13, 2019|

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Stop for lunch at Barachina’s in old SJ and have their authentic Piña Colada, it’s the best!

Stuyves

What is there to do at night in San Juan my ship docks at three and will leave at 11 pm what can we do

May 10, 2019|

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Old San Juan has many attractions around the area. The main attraction is San Felipe El Morro Castle. There are museums, churches, plenty of restaurants, bars, shopping. Sightseeing views, and many more. Just start... More

kaylanvogel

How safe is the area for two 20 year old girls? Will we feel comfortable coming back from clubs at night?

March 3, 2019|

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Best bet, if you haven't already, is Google about safety there, and where to avoid at night. Not sure if public transportation still available, after midnight, but don't use it. As others have said, stay where there are... More