Old San Juan guidebook
Neighborhoods
High-end neighborhood right next to Old San Juan! Grab an Uber or taxi and arrive in a couple of minutes. There are plenty of shops, restaurants, and bars, which explains why there are so many tourists around 24/7!
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Condado
High-end neighborhood right next to Old San Juan! Grab an Uber or taxi and arrive in a couple of minutes. There are plenty of shops, restaurants, and bars, which explains why there are so many tourists around 24/7!
Food scene
This bar is cozy and nice. It's owned by locals and not many tourists come here, given that it's hidden from the touristy area. Come here if you want to have a local's experience. Plus, you can try their awesome homemade "empanadas"!
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Deshistoria: Birra & Empanadas
150 C. de La CruzThis bar is cozy and nice. It's owned by locals and not many tourists come here, given that it's hidden from the touristy area. Come here if you want to have a local's experience. Plus, you can try their awesome homemade "empanadas"!
The chef here is amazing! Here you can expect Puertorican food but with a fancy touch.
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St. Germain
156 Sol StreetThe chef here is amazing! Here you can expect Puertorican food but with a fancy touch.
This ice cream is insane! A bit expensive but worth every penny.
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Anita La Mamma del Gelato
65 C. de la FortalezaThis ice cream is insane! A bit expensive but worth every penny.
Sightseeing
Visiting this fort is a must when you come to Old San Juan. The Spanish used this structure to defend the island from invasions.
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El Morro
Calle BeneficenciaVisiting this fort is a must when you come to Old San Juan. The Spanish used this structure to defend the island from invasions.
A nice beach nearby, packed with locals and tourists.
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Condado Beach
A nice beach nearby, packed with locals and tourists.
There's a variety of activities to choose from when you visit this lagoon: paddle boarding, kayaking, relaxing, and paddle yoga, among others.
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Laguna del Condado
There's a variety of activities to choose from when you visit this lagoon: paddle boarding, kayaking, relaxing, and paddle yoga, among others.
Bars
One of the most famous bars around the block, and you are right next to it! It has several bars to choose from, each with different vibes and music.
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La Factoria
148 C. San SebastiánOne of the most famous bars around the block, and you are right next to it! It has several bars to choose from, each with different vibes and music.
La Taberna Lúpulo
151 C. San SebastiánA nice beer bar that also serves food!
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You can easily walk everywhere!
Uber and scooters are also available using the Bird app.
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Light clothes and comfortable shoes.
Puerto Rico is hot! Especially during summertime.
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If you happen to go to La Perla...
...A very humble neighborhood right inside Old San Juan. You can safely hang out inside La Perla, but don't record any videos or take pictures are locals don't like it. Don't get into fights with locals or draw attention. Just be chill and you'll be fine.