Delve into the history and culture of Ponce — home to museums, prehistoric sites, and vibrant gardens —on this day trip to the Pearl of the South. Depart from your San Juan hotel and travel to the 17th-century city, where a certified tour guide will show around during a two hour walking tour. Visit Plaza las Delicias and its surroundings to learn about historical sites such as Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe Cathedral, Firehouse, and City Hall. You will also learn about local spots, cuisine and art directly from a local.
After the walking tour we will make a stop for lunch. Food cost is not included, but you will enjoy from a local lunch menu special.
We will proceed to Serrallés Castle, wher...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Guide
San Juan hotel pickup and drop-off (select hotels only)
Lunch
Gratuities
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation after confirmation is possible if there are not enough passengers to meet the 4-person tour requirement. If this occurs you will be offered an alternative tour date or full refund
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Involves a moderate amount of walking
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Tour is provided in English. In the event of having Spanish speaking attendants tour will be conducted in a combination of English and Spanish.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Delve into the history and culture of Ponce — home to museums, prehistoric sites, and vibrant gardens —on this day trip to the Pearl of the South. Depart from your San Juan hotel and travel to the 17th-century city, where a certified tour guide will show around during a two hour walking tour. Visit Plaza las Delicias and its surroundings to learn about historical sites such as Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe Cathedral, Firehouse, and City Hall. You will also learn about local spots, cuisine and art directly from a local.
After the walking tour we will make a stop for lunch. Food cost is not included, but you will enjoy from a local lunch menu special.
We will proceed to Serrallés Castle, wher...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Guide
San Juan hotel pickup and drop-off (select hotels only)
Begin with pickup from your San Juan location and travel in the company of your guide and small group to Ponce, roughly 1.5 hours heading South. During this traveling time you will have the opportunity to admire how Puerto Rico’s diverse geography goes from city/urban, to the lush tropical mountain areas, reaching then the dry zone of the South.
You will visit the Ponce’s Historic Zone during a two hour walking tour, known for its unique architecture and downtown plaza. Here you will see historical landmarks such as Our Lady of Guadalupe Cathedral, the century-old red-and-black wooden firehouse Parque de Bombas, and the neoclassical and Spanish Revival facades as you go. All while receive interesting and educational facts from your professional certified guide.
During the course of the tour we will stop at a Puerto Rican restaurant to enjoy from an authentic lunch (food cost not included).
2 hours
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Castillo Serralles
After lunch, we will proceed to visit Castillo Serrallés. Here you will enjoy a 45 minutes guided tour of the Museum. Depending on the group's interest and schedule, we can make a visit for up to 30 minutes to other areas of the Castle and it's grounds.
