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Old San Juan and El Morro Castle Walking Tour
4.9
231 Ratings
San Juan
Experience the El Morro Castle & Old San Juan Tour with knowledgeable local guides. Explore top attractions like the fort San Felipe del Morro, colorful buildings, and cobblestone streets. Discover the rich history, culture, and nature of Puerto Rico.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Plaza Darsenas - MEETING LOCATION:
This is a square covered with trees next to peer 1 in Old San Juan. All participants must meet the guide by the fountain next to La Casita de Rones (pink building). - Plaza de Hostos - Original entry way of Old San Juan through the demolished gate of the town.
- Bastión de las Palmas de San José - Observation point overlooking the bay of San Juan. It was originally built to fire cannons at enemy ships.
- La Casa Estrecha - The narrowest building in North America.
- Capilla del Santo Cristo de la Salud - Historic chapel from the 18th Century. Built after a miracle that happen right in the site where the chapel was built.
- La Fortaleza - Palacio de Santa Catalina - The tour includes exteriors views of the Governor’s mansion of Puerto Rico a World Heritage Sites.
- Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista - The San Juan Cathedral is one of the oldest in the Americas. Inside we will see the tombs of Juan Ponce de Leon and Alonso Manso, the first bishop in the New World.
- La Rogativa - La Rogativa is a iconic sculpture representing the procession that was held in Old San Juan during the British attack of 1797. Travelers will also see the San Juan Gate which is the last standing gate of the town and will have the opportunity to visit a “garita” (defensive sentry box).
- Casa Blanca Museum - This was the residence of Ponce de Leon’s family for over 200 years. It is the oldest standing structure in Puerto Rico dating from the early 16th Century.
- Castillo San Felipe del Morro - The tour includes entrance to El Morro Fort! Inside this 16th century castle you will learn its history, battles and importance the arm forces of Spain and the USA. There will be a bathroom and water break inside. After the guided tour in the fort, participants can stay to explore it for a little longer.
What's Included
- Bottled water included
- Entrance to El Morro Fort included ($10 value)
What's Not Included
- Sunscreen
- Sun glasses
- Hats or caps
- Comfortable Walking Footwear
Additional Information
The excursion encompasses a visit to San Felipe del Morro fortress, the premiere sightseeing spot in Puerto Rico. It also takes in notable highlights of Old San Juan including its vibrant edifices and paved lanes. Additional points of interest covered are the inner part of San Juan Cathedral, the Governor’s Residence, and the San Juan Gateway.
The guiding of the tour is done by local individuals possessing stellar customer support and extensive knowledge about Puerto Rico’s history, cultural heritage, and natural landscape. The tour guides are accredited by the Puerto Rico Tourism Company and demonstrate proficiency in both English and Spanish languages.
- Not recommended for travelers with walking limitations
Location
La Casita de Rones
Calle Comercio
Please, meet the guide by the FOUNTAIN next to La Casita de los Rones on Plaza Darsenas in Old San Juan.
From the cruise ports (pier 3 & 4) walk westward along the water until you get to Plaza Darsenas.
Pan-American Pier is NOT within walking distance.
You can take Uber or Taxis to Plaza Darsenas.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(231 Ratings)
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Malva
Aug 30, 2024
We walked through the city, visited the church, the castle and a couple landmarks along the way. - The tour was super fun and we all felt like we learned a lot about the history of Puerto Rico. My son, who is 10 had a good time as well and was able to keep up with the walking!
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Isabelpb7741pg
Aug 30, 2024
First Puerto Rico Trip - Antonio was great! Would highly recommend this to everyone. Learned about Old San Juan & met great people (other solo travelers) on this tour which was a plus!
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Pietrosd8824tq
Aug 30, 2024
Great tour of Old San Juan - Antonio did a really great job of explaining the history of Puerto Rico and was really great at answering our questions about different historical figures. Would recommend 20/10!!
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Alma_c
Aug 29, 2024
AMAZING!!! - María is excellent! It was our first time on Puerto Rico and I enjoyed a lot. Whenever I go to a new place I like to know the history and the most important places, this was amazing. I learned a lot from Maria, she makes you enjoy the tour. Maria makes you feel that you are taking to a friend, makes you feel comfortable. She is very patient and you can ask her a lot do questions. She has a great knowledge along with an amazing personality!!! It’s a tour that you must take when visiting San Juan. Thank you for everything Maria 🖤 we loved it.
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398kaylah
Aug 13, 2024
Unforgettable Old San Juan tour! - Our walking tour of Old San Juan and El Morro Castle was an unforgettable experience! Our tour guide, Maria, was incredibly kind and informative—she truly made the history of the area come alive. Maria's passion and knowledge were evident in every story she shared, and she answered all of our questions with such enthusiasm. She was a highlight of our entire trip to Puerto Rico, making this tour a must-do for anyone visiting. We couldn't have asked for a better guide or a more enjoyable experience!
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Jason_v
Aug 11, 2024
Maria and Old San Juan are an amazing combo! - Walking the cobblestone streets of Old San Juan with Maria as our guide and learning the tales of a town so rich in history was a memorable experience for our party of 5 (2 teens and a 9 year old). Maria and our 18 yo had an entire history lesson while taking in the sites.
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E6676caroberto
Aug 10, 2024
Perfect - Awesome tour. Guide was very knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend. Made sure the tourist was comfortable and answered all questions.
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Stay636054
Aug 9, 2024
Great Tour - Maria was great! She was very informative and knew exactly what she was talking about!! She answered all our questions!
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Annette_r
Aug 8, 2024
An experience to remember - Maria was a excellent guide. You can tell she loves her heritage and culture and wants to share it with the people that join her on her tour. The time flew by as she explained detail from the indigenous people, the conquest , occupation and US colonization, the current struggles of today's Puerto Rico and the hope! I can't say enough. I feel blessed to have taken the tour with her. My teen daughter enjoy it too. Lots of walking but worth it!
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331delaneyf
Aug 7, 2024
Pretty Great Tour in the Heart of PR - I absolutely loved my tour guide, María! She was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating. She knew so much about the city and the country’s history and was able to answer all questions. We toured important locations all throughout Old San Juan, at which we were able to take pictures of the beautiful scenery! Overall, I would definitely recommend this tour!
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