Old San Juan Walking Tour

4.8 (2,520 reviews) 2 h 15 min Free cancellation

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About this activity

Note: Participants must be capable of walking long distances.

Discover the beauty of Old San Juan with writer David Rodríguez, author of "The Rise and Fall of the Great Barbate." Explore Old San Juan's most significant historic sites, delve into Puerto Rican culture, and immerse yourself in the places and activities that authentically depict the stories and people of Puerto Rico's past and present.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 15 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 20 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Tripolin Tours LLC

Ages: Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–85 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Local guide
Included: Bottled water

Not included

Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Food and drinks

Itinerary

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Old San Juan
Enjoy a comprehensive walking tour of San Juan led by writer David Rodríguez. You will visit some of San Juan's most famous sights and learn stories and facts that will bring these locations alive. On this walking tour you will experience the beauty of the city while learning about its history. This comprehensive city tour will allow you to discover San Juan in a small group for personalized attention! You will visit the following sights on your tour:
- Christopher Columbus' square and admire Puerto Rico's Old Casino
- Fort San Cristobal exterior view
- La Princesa Walkway and surrounding areas
- Plaza de Armas
- City Wall
- A Front View of La Fortaleza
- Christ Chapel and La Rogativa
- San Juan Cathedral and Ponce de León Tomb
- San Juan Gate
Plaza Colon

10 min

Visited along walking tour
San Juan National Historic Site

10 min

City Walls and San Juan Gate
La Puerta de San Juan

Visited along walking tour
Calle De La Fortaleza

Visited along walking tour
La Fortaleza - Palacio de Santa Catalina

Passing by

Visited along walking tour
La Rogativa

Passing by

Visited along walking tour
Capilla del Santo Cristo de la Salud

Passing by

Visited along walking tour
Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista

Visited along walking tour
Plaza de Armas

Visited along walking tour
La Muralla

Visited along walking tour
Old San Juan Casino

Passing by

Visited along walking tour

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

If you are coming by cruise and arriving at the Old San Juan Cruise Piers. Starbucks is located within walking distance of the piers.

End point

If you are coming by cruise and arriving at the Old San Juan Cruise Piers. Starbucks is located within walking distance of the piers.

Using your ticket

Not recommended for travelers with back problems

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions

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)

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.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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
Warning for people with diabetes. Please have breakfast or a meal before the tour.

Options

Morning Departure

Tours depart at 9am (Puerto Rico Time)

Note: If you are arriving by cruise remember tour start Puerto Rico Time.
Afternoon Departure

Tours depart at 430pm- Monday through Sunday.