Ultimate San Juan Discovery Private Tour from Ponce
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
8–9 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be able to walk several miles on uneven terrain and handle multiple stops throughout the day.
Overview
Explore Old San Juan’s history, vibrant street art, and local flavors on this private full-day tour from Ponce. Enjoy rum tasting and beach relaxation for a memorable Puerto Rico adventure.
Ultimate San Juan Discovery Private Full Day Experience from Ponce
From $899.99 • All ages • The pickup spot is at the Marriot Resort and Stellaris Casino.
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About This Adventure
Experience the rich history and vibrant culture of Puerto Rico on this full-day tour. Explore Old San Juan's iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in Santurce's street art, savor rum at the renowned Barrilito Distillery, and discover the African heritage in Piñones, culminating with relaxation at La Pocita Beach.
Including Old San Juan, Santurce, Barrilito Rum Distillery, Piñones African Heritage and La Pocita Beach full day city tour
About
A full day learning about Old San Juan, our African heritage sector Piñones in Loiza and our best rum disitillery, Ron del Barrilito in which you will see and learn about the San Juan National Historic site, San Cristobal, El Morro, The Capitol Building and Walkway Presidents, San Juan Bautista Cathedral and Paseo de La Princesa among many other landmarks and finishing at La Pocita beach makes this the most complete San Juan touristic zone tour money can buy and arguably a top 3 among all full day tours in Puerto Rico, one of our top 5 things to do in San Juan and top 5 things to do in Puerto Rico
In this full day tour you will visit America's oldest city, Old San Juan, Santurce our street art district; our finest Rum Distillery at El Barrilito; and Piñones in Loiza, our african heritage capital where we will finish at the local beach La Pocita. It will be a day filled with history, legends and stories about how we became what we are today while visiting 4 different but significant places and ending the afternoon at the beach.
The tour will begin in San Juan Island where you will see and learn about Old San Juan it's history and see all the main landmarks and historic buildings, but also have many instagram worthy pictures oportunities.
From there tou will be taken to Santurce to witness our urban art and murals district with a collection of over 100 murals of which we will see 20 to 25.
After that you can choose for a stop for lunch or keep going to do the Barrilito Rum Distillery and taste a cocktail of your choice. Here at Barrilito you will do the only true backstage Distillery tour where you will even go to the barrels area and see the oldest rum barrel in Puerto Rico: La Doña.
After Barrilito you will go to Piñones in Loiza to see the epicenter of our African heritage visiting the community center and maybee trying some of it's famous Afro-taino blend street food and then finish in the local beach La Pocita.
In all, this are the places, buildings and landmarks you will see and learn about:
Constitution Bridge (joins the main island to teb San Juan island) The Capitol Building Presidents walkway San Cristobal Old Casino Columbus Square Abraham Lincoln Elementary School La Perla Santa Maria de Paziz Cemetery El Morro Capilla San Jose El Convento San Juan Bautista Cathedral Capilla del Cristo La Fortaleza (Governor's mansion) San Juan City Hall Puerto Rico State Department Paseo de La Princesa Cruiseship Port Santurce Street art Urban art district Barrilito Distillery Loiza Piñones La Pocita Beach
Frequently Asked Questions About our Full day Tours in Old San Juan
Is this tour what I am looking for?
If you are looking for the best profesionally curated and proven full day Old San Juan Historic Site tour, see Murals and street art, do the best Rum Distillery tour in Puerto Rico, learn about our African heritage and finish in a local's beach with time for instagram worthy pictures and learning about Puerto Rico's history, that guarantees you the most out of your time and money, this is it!
Where will I be picked and droped?
You will be picked up and droped off in Condado at 1055 Ashford Ave, in the Condado Vanderbilt Valet area, or behind Walgreens if coming in a cruise so you do not have to get a taxi or Uber to go to some spot in Old SJ and then guess where to find your guide or stand among hundreds of people coming off the ship trying to find your guide.
Will there be a language barrier between me and my guide?
No chance of that happening, you will get a fully bilingual professional guide during all the experience.
Will I see only a portion of the city and then be on my own?
The beauty of this tour is that it takes you to locate, see and learn about the 18 most important buildings and landmarks in Old San Juan and drive it main streets so you know where is everything.
What makes this tour different from other Old San Juan tours?
This tour gives you the 4 most importatnt things to do in the San Juan metroplex as a tourist. Do an Old San Juan tour, visit Santurce home of our Urban and street art district, do
Adventure Tips
Stay Hydrated Throughout the Day
Puerto Rico’s tropical climate can get hot, so bring water and drink regularly during outdoor portions of the tour.
Wear Comfortable Walking Shoes
The cobblestone streets of Old San Juan require sturdy, comfortable footwear for exploring historic sites safely.
Bring Sunscreen and Sunglasses
Protect yourself from strong Caribbean sun while enjoying street art and the beach at La Pocita.
Prepare for Light Rain Showers
Sudden rain can occur, especially in tropical climates; a small rain jacket or poncho can keep you comfortable.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Brown pelican gliding near the coastline
- Colorful tropical parrots inhabiting urban green spaces
History
San Juan is one of the oldest European-founded cities in the Americas, rich with colonial forts, architecture, and African cultural influences.
Conservation
Puerto Rico emphasizes preserving its coastal ecosystems and sustainable tourism practices, especially around sensitive beach areas like La Pocita.
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Adventure Hotspots in San Juan
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Provides support and protects your feet while walking on cobblestones and city streets.
Sunscreen
Protects your skin from intense tropical sun during outdoor explorations.
summer specific
Light Rain Jacket
Keeps you dry during sudden tropical showers common in Puerto Rico.
spring specific
Reusable Water Bottle
Staying hydrated on a full day tour is crucial; refill stations are accessible.