Rob & Lali’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Nice free park that provides access to the beach. The park is right next to La Concha Hotel. This gives you access to the closest beach from our place behind La Concha Hotel.
Jazz in La Ventana al Mar, every last Sunday of the month:
http://www.puertoricodaytrips.com/ventana-al-jazzfest/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ventana-Al-Jazz-Condado/627248703957924
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Plaza Ventana del Mar
1054 Ashford AveNice free park that provides access to the beach. The park is right next to La Concha Hotel. This gives you access to the closest beach from our place behind La Concha Hotel.
Jazz in La Ventana al Mar, every last Sunday of the month:
http://www.puertoricodaytrips.com/ventana-al-jazzfest/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ventana-Al-Jazz-Condado/627248703957924
You can kayak or paddle board here. There are a few rental places in the area.
Directions:
https://goo.gl/maps/97KozYiXMj62
From the Condado Lagoon Park (Parque Nacional de la Laguna del Condado, Jaime Benítez Algunos):
787-565-8596 or email metrocruisers@gmail.com
http://www.puertoricodaytrips.com/condado-pedal-boat/
From the Conrad / Condado Plaza:
787-470-9099 or 787-728-8716
http://standuppaddleboardingtour.com/wp/
http://latinflyer.com/puerto-rico/in-busy-san-juan-condado-lagoon-offers-a-laid-back-puerto-rico-travel-experience/
Directions:
https://goo.gl/maps/CPEvANuBezk
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Laguna del Condado
You can kayak or paddle board here. There are a few rental places in the area.
Directions:
https://goo.gl/maps/97KozYiXMj62
From the Condado Lagoon Park (Parque Nacional de la Laguna del Condado, Jaime Benítez Algunos):
787-565-8596 or email metrocruisers@gmail.com
http://www.puertoricodaytrips.com/condado-pedal-boat/
From the Conrad / Condado Plaza:
787-470-9099 or 787-728-8716
http://standuppaddleboardingtour.com/wp/
http://latinflyer.com/puerto-rico/in-busy-san-juan-condado-lagoon-offers-a-laid-back-puerto-rico-travel-experience/
Directions:
https://goo.gl/maps/CPEvANuBezk
Balneario El Escambron
Beach and race track.
Our favorite beach! Nice and calm for swimming and bathing.
Next to Condado Plaza Hotel:
https://goo.gl/maps/dXDT8eh8pSR2
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Playita del Condado
Our favorite beach! Nice and calm for swimming and bathing.
Next to Condado Plaza Hotel:
https://goo.gl/maps/dXDT8eh8pSR2
El Morro
Calle BeneficenciaMust visit this Spanish fort.
This is definitely worth it!
https://www.puertoricodaytrips.com/biobay-and-moon/
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BioBay Fajardo
This is definitely worth it!
https://www.puertoricodaytrips.com/biobay-and-moon/
Iparke yezikhova
Calle TetuánNice place to feed the local pigeons.
Nice walk around the Spanish built wall that surrounds Old San Juan.
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Paseo de la Princesa
54 C. de la FortalezaNice walk around the Spanish built wall that surrounds Old San Juan.
Groceries and much more
You can get just about anything you need from this Walgreens or CVS that is a short walk from our place.
https://goo.gl/maps/grPTW8zoSQo
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Walgreens
1130 Ashford AveYou can get just about anything you need from this Walgreens or CVS that is a short walk from our place.
https://goo.gl/maps/grPTW8zoSQo
A short walk from our place, has all essential needs.
https://goo.gl/maps/grPTW8zoSQo
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CVS
1307 Ashford AveA short walk from our place, has all essential needs.
https://goo.gl/maps/grPTW8zoSQo
It's a large Walmart.
https://goo.gl/maps/3gEyhj9h51n
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Walmart Supercenter de Santurce
701 Av. Roberto H. ToddIt's a large Walmart.
https://goo.gl/maps/3gEyhj9h51n
SuperMax
114 Avenida José de DiegoLarge grocery store
https://goo.gl/maps/cuavx8ztvqS2
Food scene
Stop & Go
1102 Av. MagdalenaFood and drinks
These are great grilled burgers. A must in any visit to PR!
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El Hamburger
402 Av. Luis Muñoz RiveraThese are great grilled burgers. A must in any visit to PR!
Via Appia's
1350 Ashford AveGood pizza!
Great local food at reasonable prices. Can't go wring with Mofongo, mangu, rabo encendio.
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Bebo Cafe
1600 C. LoízaGreat local food at reasonable prices. Can't go wring with Mofongo, mangu, rabo encendio.
La Bombonera
Calle de San FranciscoTry the mayorca!
Kasalta
1966 Av. McLearyOur favorite french baguette!
Raíces
315 C. del Recinto SurTry the Chuleta Kan Kan!
Ropa Vieja Grill
Avenida AshfordTry their Ropa vieja of course!
Tierra del Fuego Steakhouse
1009 Avenida F.D. RooseveltTry the churrasco!
Roasted pig PR style! This is the pork highway in PR! Try the guineitos en escabeche with crispy pork skins.
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Guavate
Roasted pig PR style! This is the pork highway in PR! Try the guineitos en escabeche with crispy pork skins.
Try the different kiosks for a bacalaito, alacapurria and a cold coconut!
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Campamento Piñones
Try the different kiosks for a bacalaito, alacapurria and a cold coconut!
Car Rentals
Right around the corner from us, if you just want a day trip around PR.
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Avis Rent-A-Car
1050 Ashford AveRight around the corner from us, if you just want a day trip around PR.
Charlie Car Rental
6050 Av. Isla VerdeLocal car rental
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Nearby car rental
Hotels - nearby
El Canario Lagoon Hotel
4 Calle ClemenceauOn the same block as our place, in case your friends need a night stay.
Comfort Inn San Juan
6 Calle ClemenceauOn the same block as our place, in case a friend needs a place to stay.
One block away from our place, in case a friend needs a place to stay.
Holiday Inn Express San Juan Condado
1 Calle Mariano Ramírez BagesOne block away from our place, in case a friend needs a place to stay.
Gyms - nearby
Phyt New York City
1131 Ashford AveNearby gym, used to be International Fitness Center.
Water sports
Aqua Fitness
#55 Cll BarranquitasWater sports rental
Paddle Board and Kayak Rentals.
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Iparke yaseJaime Benítez (Condado Lagoon)
1110 C. ViequesPaddle Board and Kayak Rentals.