Explore San Juan in a Day

  • 9:00AM: Castillo San Felipe del Morro
    Located 20 minutes (3.2 miles) from Isla Verde.

    Castillo San Felipe del Morro is a sixteenth-century citadel that was built to protect the city from enemies. The fort is now a national historic site, and visitors can explore its tunnels, barracks, and ramparts, while enjoying spectacular views of the sea.

  • 11:00AM: Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico
    Located 15 minutes (4.3 miles) from Castillo San Felipe del Morro.

    Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico preserves the artistic heritage of Puerto Rico and features a collection of over 5,000 works from various artists. The museum hosts temporary exhibitions, educational activities, and events. Visitors can also enjoy the beautiful gardens on the property.

  • 1:00PM: La Placita de Santurce
    Located 20 minutes (3 miles) from Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico.

    La Placita de Santurce is a lively neighborhood square that is popular with locals and visitors. The square is home to bars, clubs, and restaurants that serve traditional Puerto Rican food and drinks. Visitors can listen to live music, dance salsa, and soak up the vibrant atmosphere.

  • 3:30PM: Condado Beach
    Located 10 minutes (2.1 miles) from La Placita de Santurce.

    Condado Beach is a beautiful stretch of sand and sea that is popular with locals and tourists. Visitors can swim, sunbathe, and relax on the beach or rent a jet ski, paddleboard, or kayak to explore the waves. The shoreline is also home to restaurants and shops.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Castillo San Felipe del Morro (2 hours, $10)
  • Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico (2 hours, $6)
  • La Placita de Santurce (2 hours, $20)
  • Condado Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $36

Transportation:

Uber or taxi is recommended to get around San Juan. The estimated cost for the entire trip (4 stops) is approximately $25, and the travel time is around 1 hour and 5 minutes.

Useful tips:

If you have more time, you can visit other attractions in San Juan, such as Old San Juan, El Yunque National Forest, and Casa Bacardi. If you have less time, you can skip La Placita de Santurce and spend more time at the beach.

Airports:

Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) is the primary airport in San Juan, and it is located 5 miles southeast of the city center. Taxi and shuttle services are available at the airport.

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