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Aguirre Forest
Located between the municipalities of Santa Isabel and Guayama. Mangroves area, tidal flats, 87 species of birds rookeries, research lakes and large manatee population. Route 7710 of south #3. Open Tue-Sun 9am-5pm Tel. 787-864-0105 |
Mariposario Las Limas Natural Reserve
Natural forest with walking trails. Different species of butterflies, flowers, birds, beautiful gardens, educative museum and river. Route 747, Km 0.7, Culebra Sector. Open Thu-Sun 10am-1pm, call for reservation. Tel. 787-864-6037 |
Julio Enrique Monagas Park
Family-oriented park with paddle boats, skate parks, picnic areas and gazebos. Route 2, Ponce Bypass. Open Tue-Sun, 9:00am-5:00pm. Tel. 787-284-2124 |
Charco Azul
A small river forms a natural pool called Charco Azul. Route 183 and 184, Jagual and Marín neighborhoods. Open Tue-Sun 9am-5pm |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
Caña Gorda Beach
Great public beach. Route 333, Km 5.8. Tel. 787-821-5016 |
Guilligan’s Island
Recreational areas around this enclosed Beach Island. Tue-Sun, ferry service starts at 8:30am. Tel. 787-821-4941 |
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Guayanilla Beach
Situaded on one the best natural harbors in the Caribbean Sea: the Guayanilla Bay. Route 336. Tel. 787-835-2660 |
Caja de Muertos Island
Island paradise, with beautiful beaches, dry forest, marine museum and a panoramic view from its old lighthouse. Daily exits 8:30 am-4:30pm, from the Tablado Stroll of the Guancha. Tel. 787-842-8546 |
Punta Guilarte Beach
A lighthouse marks the entrance to this spot. Route on the west side of Patillas Bay. Route 3, Km 130.9. Tel. 787-839-3565 |
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