About  Old San Juan (San Juan Viejo)

Portraying almost 500 years of archives, the streets of Old San Juan (San Juan Viejo) are windows to the past, with historic fortresses and Spanish colonial design sets the scene. This World Cultural Heritage Site is the second medieval town in the Americas and the oldest city under the U.S. flag. The seven-square-block area comprises more than 400 beautifully renovated 16th- and 17th-century colonial buildings, many of which accommodate shops, restaurants, museums, hotels, and other public buildings. The most exciting feature and the real masterpiece of Old San Juan are the Fuerte San Felipe del Morro, known more commonly as El Morro, set out on a point of land overlooking the sea. But the city's real beauty can be found by simply roaming the streets, appreciating the old architecture, and experiencing a meal on an outdoor patio. This whole area can be explored on foot.

Must See

  • Garitas
  • Streets
  • Windows
  • Iron
  • Doors
  • Plazas
  • Sunset

How to reach

The place is just 1.2 km away from the centre. You can drive from San Juan to Old San Juan for 2 minutes.

Alternatively, you can also walk for 12 minutes to reach the destination.

Tips

  • Wear a comfortable pair of shoes as this calls for a lot of walking.
  • Carry your camera as you could capture the best pictures of your trip.
  • Carry a bottle of water as you would need it often.
  • This is the best part of San Juan. Experience it at your leisure.
  • Do not leave kids unattended as the streets look similar and they can lose their way.
  • Enjoy the site at night. It is beautiful. Old San Juan doesn't feel so old once the sun goes down.
  • A good place to begin is to stop at one of the many Tourist Information Centers.

Visit Time

Sunday:       Open 24 hours

Monday:       Open 24 hours

Tuesday:       Open 24 hours

Wednesday:  Open 24 hours

Thursday:      Open 24 hours

Friday:           Open 24 hours

Saturday:       Open 24 hours

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Waiting Time

None

 

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

2 hours

 

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Weather

Moderate Rain 28.19°C

 

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