Immerse yourself in our fascinating history and rich culture with this experience.

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Rates

• Adult (Ages 18+): $120
• Child (Ages 2-17): $120

Duration

7-8 Hours

About

Immerse yourself in our fascinating history and rich culture with this experience. Visit the Historical Site of Old San Juan, and one of oldest towns in America, for a sightseeing and walking tour. Learn about its history, unique forts, impressive architecture and admire its blue cobblestones streets and charming colorful houses.

Then discover the influence of our African heritage at the picturesque little town of Loíza, Capital of our African Tradition. Start with a beautiful coastal drive and authentic lunch at the beachfront kiosks of Piñones. Later meet a renowned painter and artist at his house and workshop and stop at an African Mask Store. End your day having fun and learning about our Bomba Afro-Caribbean music joining a class by recognized local musicians and dance to the beat of drums.

What to Expect/Itinerary

• We will start early heading to the iconic Old San Juan Historical Site, considered one of the oldest towns in America and a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Beginning with a sightseeing drive, including picture stops, will give you the chance to appreciate the landmarks of the Capitol Building, San Cristobal Fort and El Morro Fort. Then as we began the walking tour, you will learn about its fascinating history, unique forts, the city walls, the impressive architecture and admire its cobblestones streets and charming colorful houses, surrounded by amazing views to the San Juan Bay.
• As we drive to the next stop of Loiza town, you will appreciate other areas of the New San Juan, like the ocean front touristic sector and streets filled with art murals as an initiative to revive less visited areas.
• Once in Loiza, discover the influence of our African heritage at the picturesque little town considered the capital of our African tradition. Continue with a beautiful coastal drive through the beachfront community of Piñones, and the chance to savor a more African influenced authentic food in one of the many roadside kiosks and restaurants.
• Meet renowned artist Samuel Lind at his house and art workshop and learn about his work, inspiration and history. Later, stop at the Castor Ayala Mask Store to admire a collection of hand-made masks and art pieces representing their most unique traditions and festivals. You will have the chance to acquire art pieces in both places, if you wish.
• End your day learning about our Bomba Afro-Caribbean music joining a class by recognized local musicians and dance to the beat of drums.

Departure/Pick-Up

• Departure/Return Location – at lodging or hotel in Metro Area; Old San Juan, Condado, Isla Verde. (additional transfer fees might apply if pick-up place is outside these areas)
• Departure Time – 8:30am

What’s Included

• Water and Light Snacks
• Certified and knowledgeable Driver/Guide.
• Pick-up and Drop-off at hotels in the main touristic metro areas (outside metropolitan areas could be
  arranged for private groups at an additional cost)

Not Included

• Cost of lunch
• Gratuity

What to Bring

• Comfortable clothing and shoes to walk under the sun.
• Sunscreen, insect repellent, sunglasses.
• Cash or credit card to buy food or if you wish to offer a gratuity.

Additional Information

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
• Will be operated by a multi-lingual guide (Spanish and English). Tour might be offered bilingual in case needed.
• Children must be two years or older to participate and accompanied by an adult.
• Not wheelchair accessible. Participants should be able to walk uphill and downhill Old San Juan Streets.
• We recommend having breakfast before pick-up at hotel. We will have lunch around four hours after pick-up. If you have any special dietary restriction, please notify at time of booking and bring your snacks.
• Please keep in mind that we will be walking under the sun at some point. Please bring anything you need to keep you protected against the sun.
• If you have a service animal you have to notify it prior to booking the experience, since other participants in the tour might have asthma or allergies to pets danders.
• 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.
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers.