San Juan Done Right! - Driving Tour

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About this activity

San Juan Done Right!

Experience Old San Juan in a delightful ode to its seat of honor within the history of the New World’s conquest. Receive insight into the life of the common city dwellers, as well as the military origins of the Spanish stronghold that is the City of Saint John the Baptist.

Our licensed tour guide will impart on a walking tour along the Paseo de la Princesa (Princess Promenade) to enter the old city through the historic San Juan Gate. Believed standing since approximately 1540. Once inside see Plazuela La Rogativa.

Then it’s on to visit the Basilica Manor Cathedral San Juan Bautista, full of devotion, architecture, and art. Our guide walks you through its history and mystique.

Later learn about La Fortaleza, today it remains the official residence of Puerto Rico’s governor. Close by, take pictures of Cristo Chapel, Pigeon Park and La Casa Estrecha (the Narrow House), one of the skinniest houses in the world. Finish with a Piña Colada at Barrachina Restaurant.

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At a glance

Duration: 3–4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 14 people
People per booking: 1–14
Guide: English, Spanish
Written guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Seeing Puerto Rico

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–11 years) · Youth (13–15 years) · Adults (16–64 years) · Seniors (65–75 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Guided Licensed Tour Guide
Included: Bottled water
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista

25 min

The graceful Catedral de San Juan Bautista, or Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist, is a can't-miss historic landmark in the heart of the old city.

Highlights

When visiting the cathedral, we won't want to miss the following highlights:

-The tomb of Ponce de León

-The mummy of St. Pio

-The stained glass windows
The Capitol of Puerto Rico

25 min

El Capitolio de Puerto Rico was to become the House of Representatives and the location for senators’ offices. The building faces the Atlantic Ocean and has a somewhat intimidating design. The entire structure is a wonderful example of Neoclassical Revival Style architecture.

You can visit this place with our certified tour guide.
San Juan

2 hours

Experience Old San Juan in a delightful ode to its seat of honor within the history of the New World’s conquest. Receive insight into the life of the common city dwellers, as well as the military origins of the Spanish stronghold that is the City of Saint John the Baptist.

Our licensed tour guide will impart on a walking tour along the Paseo de la Princesa (Princess Promenade) to enter the old city through the historic San Juan Gate. Believed standing since approximately 1540. Once inside see Plazuela La Rogativa. Then it’s on to visit the Basilica Manor Cathedral San Juan Bautista, full of devotion, architecture, and art. Our guide walks you through its history and mystique. Later learn about La Fortaleza, today it remains the official residence of Puerto Rico’s governor. Close by, take pictures of Cristo Chapel, Pigeon Park and La Casa Estrecha (the Narrow House), one of the skinniest houses in the world. Finish with a Piña Colada at Barrachina Restaurant.
La Puerta de San Juan

15 min

We visit the remaining door to the city where countless people entered San Juan through the centuries.

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
Fairmont El San Juan Hotel
Hyatt House San Juan
Condado Palm Inn San Juan, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hotel Iberia - San Juan
Tropica Beach Hotel
Condado Vanderbilt Hotel
Numero Uno Beach House
San Juan Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
Hotel Miramar
Abitta Condado by IHG
Olimpo Court Hotel

and 47 more pickup points

Our driving tour will end in the heart of old town and although we provide transportation back to your selected drop-off location, often our guests will stay in Old San Juan; for a romantic sunset or an early evening dinner at one of countless first-class restaurants. This is for you to decide.