Old San Juan & Loiza African Town Full-Day Tour: Minimum 8+people

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Old San Juan & Loiza African Town Full-Day Tour: Minimum 8+people — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Immerse yourself in our fascinating history and rich culture with this experience. Visit the Historical Site of Old San Juan, and one of oldest towns in America, for a sightseeing and walking tour. Learn about its history, unique forts, impressive architecture and admire its blue cobblestones streets and charming colorful houses.

Then discover the influence of our African heritage at the picturesque little town of Loíza, Capital of our African Tradition. Start with a beautiful coastal drive and authentic lunch at the beachfront kiosks of Piñones. Later meet a renowned painter and artist at his house and workshop and stop at an African Mask Store. End your day having fun and learning about our Bomba Afro-Caribbean music joining a class by recognized local musicians and dance to the beat of drums.

Minimum age is 2 years old. Minimum tour group size is 8 people.

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At a glance

Duration: 7–8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 13 people
People per booking: 1–13
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Puerto Rico as a Local

Ages: Children (2–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–59 years) · Seniors (60–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Parking Fees

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Old San Juan

3 hours Admission included

We will start early heading to the iconic Old San Juan Historical Site, considered one of the oldest towns in America and a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Beginning with a sightseeing drive, including picture stops, will give you the chance to appreciate the landmarks of the Capitol Building, San Cristobal Fort and El Morro Fort. Then as we began the walking tour, you will learn about its fascinating history, unique forts, the city walls, the impressive architecture and admire its cobblestones streets and charming colorful houses, surrounded by amazing views to the San Juan Bay.
Stop 2

Passing by

As we drive to the next stop of Loiza town, you will appreciate other areas of the New San Juan, like the ocean front touristic sector and streets filled with art murals as an initiative to revive less visited areas.
Loiza

3 hours

Once in Loiza, discover the influence of our African heritage at the picturesque little town considered the capital of our African tradition. Continue with a beautiful coastal drive through the beachfront community of Piñones, and the chance to savor a more African influenced authentic food in one of the many roadside kiosks and restaurants.

Meet renowned artist Samuel Lind at his house and art workshop and learn about his work, inspiration and history. Later, stop at the Castor Ayala Mask Store to admire a collection of hand-made masks and art pieces representing their most unique traditions and festivals. You will have the chance to acquire art pieces in both places, if you wish.

End your day learning about our Bomba Afro-Caribbean music joining a class by recognized local musicians and dance to the beat of drums.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino
ESJ Beach Hotel
Fairmont El San Juan Hotel
TRYP by Wyndham Isla Verde
Hyatt House San Juan
Condado Palm Inn San Juan, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Condado Vanderbilt Hotel
Numero Uno Beach House
San Juan Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
Hotel Miramar
Abitta Condado by IHG
Caribe Hilton Hotel

and 25 more pickup points

Pick-up Time starts at 8:30am.

OLD SAN JUAN GUESTS - All guests staying in Old San Juan will be picked up only at "Plaza Colón" (Colón Square).

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.