San Juan, Puerto Rico City Walking Tour Excursion

City Walking Tour

DETAILS

2
hrs Estimate Duration

Enjoy a leisurely and enlightening walk through Old San Juan, a Spanish colonial city that is more than 500 years old. Along the way, your guide will point out Fort San Cristóbal from the outside and share the fascinating story behind this key element of the Spanish fortification system. You will then enter the historical district through the only original gate that remains. As you pass through it, be sure to note the remarkable thickness of the centuries-old defensive walls. While visiting the 18th-century Christo Chapel, you will hear about the miracle that supposedly happened there. Similarly, you will learn about the bishop that is said to have saved San Juan from British troops in 1797. His statue stands in Rogativa Plaza.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Explore Fort San Cristobal, a massive Spanish-built fortress overlooking the sea.
• See the highlights in Old San Juan while walking through the 500-year-old district.
• Hear tales of the legendary figures that played key roles in San Juan’s development.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Need to Know:

Note: This tour includes a moderate amount of walking. Old San Juan will be difficult to maneuver due to narrow sidewalks and cobblestone streets. Requires walking over steep inclines, uneven paving, ramps & slopes are common and streets are narrow. Guests will need to walk significant distances, albeit at a slow pace. Those with mobility concerns are cautioned to evaluate their personal level of stamina and ability. Sites within the San Juan Historic National Park, including Fort San Cristobal, are closed on major federal holidays and tours will run 30 mins shorter on the following dates: New Year’s Day (January 1), Thanksgiving Day (4th Thursday of November), Christmas Day (December 25).

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Scenic & City Tours

Activity Level:

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Easy
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Moderate
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Challenging

Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.

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City Walking Tour