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Private Historical Walking Tour of Old San Juan
(33) Reviews
San Juan Antiguo
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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Every tour of this magical city is different because Old San Juan is a city filled with rich history and tall tales. We will share the history from fact as well as the tales passed down from generation to generation. Let us transport you through the power of words while guiding you around the place where it actually happened.
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bilingual Tour of Old San Juan
Gratuity
Entrance Fee to El Morro
Meeting Points
Departure
Plaza Colón
The meet up point is at Plaza Colon across from the Old Casino.
Return
Private Historical Walking Tour of Old San Juan
(33) Reviews
San Juan Antiguo
About
Every tour of this magical city is different because Old San Juan is a city filled with rich history and tall tales. We will share the history from fact as well as the tales passed down from generation to generation. Let us transport you through the power of words while guiding you around the place where it actually happened.
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bilingual Tour of Old San Juan
Gratuity
Entrance Fee to El Morro
Meeting Points
Departure
Plaza Colón
The meet up point is at Plaza Colon across from the Old Casino.
Return
Itinerary
1
Paseo de la Princesa
Paseo de la Princesa is considered one of the most scenic walkways in the world. This promenade is imporant because of the important historical sites and statues along the walkway.
15 minutes
2
La Fortaleza - Palacio de Santa Catalina
La Fortaleza (The Fortress) is the official residence of the governors of Puerto Rico. La Fortaleza was the first fortification built in San Juan harbor. The original tower, now called Torre del Homenaje, or "tower of homage," still stands; its name derives from an island tradition in which the resident governor climbs to the top of the tower to pledge a solemn oath of loyalty and courage during dangerous times.
15 minutes
3
Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista
The cathedral is one of the oldest buildings in San Juan, and the oldest cathedral in the United States, and is the second oldest cathedral in the Americas. The building of the San Juan Cathedral was part of the establishment and spread of Catholicism on the island. The cathedral contains the tomb of the Spanish explorer and settlement founder Juan Ponce de León.
10 minutes
4
La Puerta de San Juan
Also known as the (Old Entrance of San Juan), the gate was built in 1635, this gate was the main entry into the walled city during its Spanish colonial era. It is 16 feet tall and 20 feet thick and leads you to the romantic Paseo La Princesa.
10 minutes
5
La Rogativa
La Rogativa, one of the most beautiful sculptures in Old San Juan, takes center stage at the plaza. The sculpture was made out of bronze. Rogativa means “The Procession”, which tells the legend about a Catholic Bishop and his companions who made a procession in faith holding crosses, torches, and chanting during an invasion by the British on the city in 1797.
5 minutes
6
Casa Blanca Museum
Built in 1521, it was the residence for Juan Ponce de León and his family. Now serves as a museum.
10 minutes
7
El Bastion
The Bastion was built next to Castillo San Felipe del Morro and it was meant as an added defense to the fort. In the 1800s, this bastion served as barracks for the soldiers.
10 minutes
8
Cuartel de Ballaja
Built in 1854 and used until 1898 by the Spaniards. The Cuartel was built as barracks for the Spanish Infantry. It was made to house 1000 soldiers and their families. After the 1898 invasion by the US Army, the US infantry occupied the Cuartel de Ballajá until 1936. During the Second World War, this structure became a hospital.
20 minutes
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Castillo San Felipe del Morro
El Morro was the second fortress built in Old San Juan to protect the city from attack and invaders. It was built in a strategic position where it could attack ships with cannons from different angles. During the First and Second World Wars, El Morro was used by the US Army and today it serves as a National Park.