Parque de Bombas
Parque de Bombas
4.5
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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This loudly-colored building in black, red, green and yellow, was built for a volunteer fire-fighter's brigade. (Temporary Closed)
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Robert K
2 contributions
Aug 2022
While this wasn't a quick stop, I was staying across the square in Ponce and it's a beautiful building so I had to go visit. Described as one of the most iconic buildings in Puerto Rico, it was manned by two employees who were incredibly helpful in answering our questions in both English and Spanish about the museum. They seemed genuinely passionate about the history, and even provided us with recommendations of other places to see in town.
Written August 10, 2022
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Raquel T
Bayamon, Puerto Rico149 contributions
Jun 2023 • Family
This red and black striped wooden building was built as an exhibition in 1882.
It later became the firehouse. Today, it is a firehouse museum.
It is listed on the US National Register of Historic Places. The museum is free and open 7 days a week, 8am-3pm. Kids will love the fire truck.
It later became the firehouse. Today, it is a firehouse museum.
It is listed on the US National Register of Historic Places. The museum is free and open 7 days a week, 8am-3pm. Kids will love the fire truck.
Written June 28, 2023
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wandi
5 contributions
Apr 2021
My uncle was the last fireman to work at this fire station back in 1960's.I remember vividly, my mother would drop by to see him during his lunch break. Great memories. It is one of PR's most notable buildings, by far the most easily recognized landmark in the Island. In 1990, the fire station was closed and was converted into a museum. On July 12, 1984, it was listed in the National Register of Historic Places. I take great pride in sharing this with friends; my uncle Calixto was a great person.
Written April 30, 2021
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Angela N
Saint Louis, MO37 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Historic and interesting spot on the main square in Ponce. Guides provided plenty of info enthusiastically. Free! Great for kids. Small very colorful building with a display of old firefighting equipment and pictures honoring past Captains. Houses a restored fire engine.
Written March 18, 2023
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BrakiWorldTraveler
Belgrade, Serbia19,452 contributions
Dec 2022
Certainly the most famous edifice in Ponce. Set on the main town square, leaning on the Cathedral's back side you cannot miss this striking red and black fire station.
It used to be the first fire station in PR, now converted into a small museum, free to enter. Great photo op and very cool to visit.
It used to be the first fire station in PR, now converted into a small museum, free to enter. Great photo op and very cool to visit.
Written February 5, 2023
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Stephanie J
New York City, NY68 contributions
Feb 2023
Fabulous quick and free tour. The guide was proud to share the heritage and story of the firehouse. Beautiful stained glass windows and very cool items on display. The fire engine was not at the house because it was being prepped for Carnival. Guide was very nice and knowledgeable.
Written February 24, 2023
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Omayra Nieves
Fontana, CA7 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
This was one of my favorite moments in Puerto Rico. My kids and I enjoyed the tour of Ponce. Our tour guide Noori was so nice and made the tour so fun!!! We loved her. Definitely recommend this tour to learn history of Ponce which is a beautiful town.
Written November 7, 2023
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shelly
8 contributions
Aug 2024 • Family
It's open to visit now. There is no cost. They also have a bathroom to use if you need one. Definitely gets hot but it's a definite must for little ones. Even the adults will enjoy reading the history and seeing how gears were made/ used from 1800's etc. definitely a cool plus!
Written August 7, 2024
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BxCigrFan
New York110 contributions
Aug 2015 • Friends
One of the beautiful and educational stops in Ponce is the Parque de Bombas. This very old decommissioned firehouse is a must see. it house old artifacts from the fire fighter days as well as art from today. The lions that were on display in the town center were now being housed in here as well as some other modern art. The town of Ponce doesn't have much anymore in the form of attractions for tourism but this is definitely worth a trip into Ponce to see.
Written August 12, 2015
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Jeff F
Fort Worth, TX194 contributions
Jun 2014 • Couples
This Fire Fighters museum is small but extremely interesting. It's right on the town square and free to enter. I recommend taking the time to read about all the brave heroes honored in the displays throughout the building. After seeing the museum be sure to buy tickets ($2.00 each) and go on the bus tour of some interesting places in town. The bus driver doubles as the narrator and explains everything in a humorous manner in both English and Spanish.
Written July 15, 2014
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lensman53
Lajas, Puerto Rico
Is the Trolley Bus back to running yet?
I was there a few months ago & it was down for repairs.
Thank you for your reply...
Written June 4, 2016
Yes, it was in April, so should still be going strong!
Written June 8, 2016
lensman53
Lajas, Puerto Rico
Is the bus (Trolly) running yet?
I have rode it a few times when visiting Parque de Bombas.
Had a blast very friendly drivers.
Last time I was there Bus wasn't running.
want to visit again with friends from Ohio.
Written June 4, 2016
They have a trolley running withing certain hours of the day. But service is very limited, so you should relly on your feets to walk around the center, and your car to go to the different atractions out of the center.
Written June 4, 2016
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