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Old San Juan

 

The heart of the San Juan Metro Area. The most important old historic attractive, fascinating museums, art galleries, colorful colonial buildings, historic churches, centuries-old fortresses. Walking tour operators available 7 days a week. P.R Tourism Information Center. Tel. 787-721-2400

Puerto Rico Art Museum

 

Houses a fine collection of Puerto Rican world class art spanning more than four centuries. Route 2 De Diego Ave., Stop 22, Santurce. Open Tue-Sat 10:00am-5:00pm, Wed 10:00am-8:00pm, Sun 11:00am-5:00pm.

Tel. 787-977-6277

El Capitolio

 

Home to the House of Representatives and The Senate of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. The building is one of our most important architectural expressions of the 20th century. Walking tours available. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. Tel.787-724-2030

Plaza del Mercado de Santurce (Marketplace)

 The best Creole food served in the midst of the hustle and bustle of a marketplace. Located in Canals St. between Baldorioty Expressway and north of Ponce de León Avenue. Marketplace stands are open. Open Mon-Sat 6:00am-6:00pm, Sun 6:00am-12:00pm. Most of the restaurants and bar are open until 11:00pm.

Museum of Contemporary Art

 

Enjoy the exhibits of new artists and international modern art. The museum is dedicated to Puerto Rican Art. Located in Ponce de León Avenue, corner Robert H. Todd Ave., Santurce. Open Mon-Sat 9:00am-4:00pm.

Tel. 787-977-4030

Luis Muñoz Marín Foundation

 

The life and times of the late Luis Muñoz Marín, the first elected governor comes alive at his private residence in rural San Juan. Route 877, Km 0.4. Marginal Trujillo Alto Expressway. Open Mon-Fri 10:00am-2:00pm, Sat-Sun-Hol. 10:30am-1:00pm. Tel. 787-755-7979

Bacardi Rum Distillery

 

 

Learn the history behind The New Casa Bacardi Rum Visitor Center, as well as the present day operation. Tours available. Route 165, Km 6.2. Open Mon-Sat 8:30am-4:15pm. Sun 10:00am-3:45pm.

Tel. 787-788-8400

Ruinas de Caparra Historic Museum

 

The ruins of the first house–fort and city, built by the Spanish settlers in 1508. Route 2, Km 6.4. Open Tue-Sat 8:30am–4:30pm.

Tel. 787-781-4795

Arecibo Lighthouse & Historic Park

 

An expansive deck with replicas of Christopher Columbus’s ships. Restaurant, museum, water and land sport facilities. Route 655, Islote neighborhood, Arecibo Harbor. Open Mon-Fri 9:00am-6:00pm, Sat 10:00am-7:00pm.

Tel. 787-880-7540

Los Cocos Legendary Bakery

 

The best taste in homemade baked for over 150 years. It is the only bakery still making bread in wood-fired ovens. Route 2, int. 484, Los Cocos neighborhood. Open Mon-Sat 6:00am-6:00pm, Sun 4:00am-6:00pm.

Tel. 787-895-6932

San Antonio de la Tuna

 

 

The original location of Isabela since 1725. The site is dominated by the ruins of the church. Route 113, about 2 Km from Route 2.

Tel. 787-872-6400

Palacete Los Moreau

 

 

French provincial-style mansion with a train engine from the sugarcane era. Route 2, Km 115.9 Open Tue-Sat 8:00am-4:30pm.

Tel. 787-818-0105

Hacienda El Jibarito A typical Puerto Rican Hacienda, combines agriculture and tourism creating a unique concept. This complex has a natural panoramic view. Route 445 Km 6.5, Saltos II neighborhood. Open daily. Tel. 787-280-4040

Rincón Lighthouse and Park Atlantic Ocean and Desecheo Island panoramic view. Route 4413, just off Route 413. Open daily 8:00am-12:00pm. Tel. 787-823-5024

Teatro Yagüez This massive historic theater serves as a main cultural center. Located at McKinley street, one block west of Plaza Colón. Open Mon-Fri 7:00am-4:30pm. Tel. 787-833-1650

Próceres Museum A sculpture exhibition of national leaders and an Indian culture gallery amongst other collections. Route 312, Km 0.4. Open Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:00pm, Sat-Sun 8:00am-4:30pm. Tel. 787-255-1560

Porta Coeli Religious Art Museum Where you will find valuable examples of religious art from the 16th to the 19th centuries. This collections includes painting, sculptures and religious objects. Located at Dr. Veve St. Open Wed-Sun 8:30am-4:00pm. Tel. 787-892-5845

Caguana Indian Ceremonial Center One of the most important archaeological sites in the Caribbean. It consists of 10 ceremonial ball fields dating back to 1200 AD. Route 111, Km 12.4. Open daily 8:30am-4:30pm. Tel. 787-894-7300

La Piedra Escrita & Cemí Museum A huge rock marked with petroglyphs forms a large natural pool. Route 144, Km 2.3 & 9.3. Open Mon-Fri 9am-4:30pm. Sat-Sun 10am-3pm. Tel. 787-828-1241

Luis Muñoz Rivera House Museum and Mausoleum The home of one Puerto Rico's most important thinkers and politicians. A rare piece in his collection is his 1914 Pierce Arrow. Located in Muñoz Rivera St. and Padre Berríos St. Open Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:30pm. Tel. 787-857-3810

Cibuco Touristic & Historic Center

 

Hacienda Aurora‘s furniture, the local sugar industry, petroglyphs, artisan’s walk and ecological paths. Route 818, Km 2.5, Cibuco neighborhood. Open Thu-Sun 9am-5pm.

Tel. 787-859-8079

Tobacco Museum

 

Exhibits and demonstrations in the art of creating handmade cigars. Located in Betances St. at Padial St. Open Tue-Sat 8:30am-4:00pm.

Tel. 787-744-2960

Trovadour Luis Miranda Museum

 

Exhibits of this master trovador’s work. Located in #18 Tapia St. Open Tue-Sat 8:00am-4:00pm.

Tel. 787-744-8833, ext. 1843

Indian Cave

 

The national historic monument features over 200 petroglyphs. Located in the Arenas neighborhood. Open daily by reservation.

Tel. 787-733-9360

Indian Cave

 

The national historic monument features over 200 petroglyphs. Located in the Arenas neighborhood. Open daily by reservation.

Tel. 787-733-9360

Bellas Artes Center

 

A new art center exhibiting historical artifacts and paintings. Route 3 & McArthur St. Open Tue-Sat 9:00am-4:00pm, Sun 10:00am-4:30pm.

Tel. 787-864-7765

Cautiño House Museum

 

A beautiful example of Neo-classic and Creole-style buildings in Puerto Rico’s late 19th century. #1 Palmer St. Open Tue-Sat 9:00am-4:30pm, Sun 10:00am-4:00pm.

Tel. 787-864-9083

Baños de Coamo

 

The site thought to be the Fountain of Youth sought by Juan Ponce de León. End of Route 156. Open daily.

Tel. 787-825-4423

San Blas de Illesca Catholic Church

 

Its construction started in 1563, is one of the oldest churches in Puerto Rico. Located at Mario Braschetti St. in the heart of town. Open daily 6:30am-6:00pm.

Tel. 787- 825-1122

Three Saint Kings House Museum

 

Museum of memorabilia from the first Three Kings Day celebration until the present. Located in Comercio St. Open daily 8:00am-4:00pm, Sat-Sun-Hol. 11:30am-3:00pm. Tel.787-837-1115

Parque de Bombas

 

A century old wooden firehouse painted bright red and black, includes an antique fire engine from 1928. Located in Plaza Las Delicias, behind Guadalupe Cathedral. Open daily 9:00am-5:00pm.

Tel. 787-284-3338

Serrallés Castle

 

Represents a classic 1920?s Spanish revival-style home. Route 17, El Vigía area. Open Tue-Sun 8:00am-4:30pm.

Tel. 787-844-9722

Tibes Indian Ceremonial Center

 

Major pre-historical site dating back to 400 A.D. with evidence of Igneri and Pre-Taíno cultures. Route 503, Km 2.2. Open Tue-Sun 9am-4pm.

Tel. 787-840-2255

Hacienda Buena Vista

 

 Beautifully restored 19th Century coffee plantation. Reservations required. Route 123, Km 16.8. Open Wed-Sun 8:30am-3:30pm. Tel. 787-722-5882

Ponce Art Museum

 

The world-class museum has a collection of over 3,000 pieces including European and American schools from the 14th to the 20th Century. Route 2325 Las Americas Ave. Open daily 10:00am-5:00pm. Tel.787-848-0505