Old San Juan Historical Tour

Get to know Old San Juan’s history and sights on this walking tour of the city!

With an expert local guide, you will discover the neighborhood, it’s architecture, culture and and learn about the powerful colonial influence our Island has.

Your local guide will take you on a 2-hour walking tour along the Paseo de la Princesa (Princess Promenade) to the La Fortaleza, which is currently the official residence of the Governor of Puerto Rico. Some sights you’ll see include:
• San Juan Gate (built in 1520 to guard the city from the harbor)
• Castillo San Felipe del Morro (fort built in 1539)
• Ballaja Barracks (built by the Spanish militia for housing in 1864)
• San Jose Church and Plaza
• La Casa Blanca
• El Convento Hotel
• Cathedral of San Juan Bautista
• Plaza del Quinto Centenario
• Felisa Rincón de Gautier Museum

Tour includes entrance fee to one Fort

By the end of the tour your guide will be happy to answer any questions you have about additional sightseeing, dining or shopping plans.

Meeting location:

Banco Popular Headquarters Building
206 Calle Tetuán Old San Juan, PR 00901

If you booked the tour with additional fee for transportation, we will pick you up at your hotel or nearest location.