Old San Juan Walking Tour

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Duration: 4h
Location: Old San Juan, Old San Juan, Puerto Rico | Old San Juan, Puerto Rico


Category: Walking & Bike Tours

Highlights:
Chance to travel back in time to a city over 500 years old
Walk down cobblestone streets lined with cafés & shops
Visit to Castillo San Cristóbal, a fortress built in 1783 AD
Fantastic photo opportunities at a World Heritage Site
Free time to enjoy the streets & shops of Old San Juan

Inclusions:
Guided tour of Old San Juan
Admission to Castillo San Cristóbal
Roundtrip transportation to and from your San Juan hotel

Description:

Visit one of the oldest cities in the world, San Juan, founded by the Spanish in 1521 AD. Roam the cobblestone streets with an expert guide. Walk through ancient alleyways, picturesque corridors, and the magnificent Castillo San Cristóbal.

As you make your way to Castillo San Cristóbal, the largest fort built by the Spanish in the New World, take a moment to snap a photo of the large green lawn that precedes it, with ocean waves crashing into the rocky shoreline in the background. Castillo San Cristóbal was built in 1783 AD upon 27 acres (2.5 ha) in what is now Old San Juan; it was declared a World Heritage Site 200 years later by the United Nations. Climb the shell-filled steps to a sentry box and uncover fascinating mysteries. Hear from your guide about the many battles fought on these grounds, including the Spanish-American War.

Next, wander down to the bay and walk along the city walls that still surround much of Old San Juan on Paseo de la Princesa. Modern art sculptures and historical monuments line a walkway that welcomes millions of visitors yearly. After your guided tour, enjoy time on your own to further roam the city streets, or visit the shops or cafés that may have peaked your interest along the way.