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Old San Juan Walking Tour with Local Guide and Bottled Water
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Old San Juan Walking Tour with Local Guide and Bottled Water

by Tripolin Tours LLC

2 hours
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2 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
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2 adults × $35.10
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This walking tour of Old San Juan lasts about two hours and fifteen minutes and is led by writer David Rodríguez, author of "The Rise and Fall of the Great Barbate." The tour covers many of the city's main historic sites, with commentary that provides background on the people and events connected to each location. Participants visit places such as Christopher Columbus Square, the exterior of Fort San Cristobal, La Princesa Walkway, Plaza de Armas, sections of the City Wall, La Fortaleza, Christ Chapel, La Rogativa, San Juan Cathedral including the Ponce de León Tomb, and San Juan Gate. The tour is conducted in a small group to allow for personalized attention from the guide. Bottled water is provided for participants. No hotel pickup or drop-off is included, and gratuities, food, and drinks beyond the provided water are not part of the price. The route includes stops at Plaza Colon, San Juan National Historic Site (City Walls and San Juan Gate), La Puerta de San Juan, Calle De La Fortaleza, La Fortaleza - Palacio de Santa Catalina, La Rogativa, Capilla del Santo Cristo de la Salud, Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista, Plaza de Armas, La Muralla, and Old San Juan Casino.

Highlights

About 2 hours 15 minutes walking tour in Old San Juan
Small group with local writer guide David Rodríguez
Visits historic sites including Fort San Cristobal and San Juan Cathedral
Includes bottled water for participants
Stops at Plaza Colon, City Walls, La Fortaleza, and more

What's included

Guidance by a local writer and expert
Bottled water provided during the tour

What's not included

Hotel pickup and drop-off services
Gratuities for the guide
Food and drinks beyond bottled water

Itinerary

1

Old San Juan

This walking tour led by writer David Rodríguez covers many well-known sites within Old San Juan. Participants see Christopher Columbus Square and Puerto Rico's Old Casino, view Fort San Cristobal from outside, walk along La Princesa Walkway, visit Plaza de Armas and the City Wall, and view La Fortaleza from the front. The tour also includes Christ Chapel, La Rogativa, San Juan Cathedral with the Ponce de León Tomb, and San Juan Gate. The guide shares stories and facts to explain the significance of these landmarks.

2

Plaza Colon

Plaza Colon is visited during the walking tour and is part of the route through Old San Juan.

10 min

3

San Juan National Historic Site

The tour passes the City Walls and San Juan Gate, which are part of the San Juan National Historic Site.

10 min

4

La Puerta de San Juan

This landmark is included as a stop during the walking tour of Old San Juan.

5

Calle De La Fortaleza

The route includes walking along Calle De La Fortaleza.

6

La Fortaleza - Palacio de Santa Catalina

Participants view La Fortaleza - Palacio de Santa Catalina on the walking tour.

7

La Rogativa

La Rogativa is one of the points visited during the tour.

8

Capilla del Santo Cristo de la Salud

The walking tour includes a visit to Capilla del Santo Cristo de la Salud.

9

Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista

This location is passed during the walking tour.

10

Plaza de Armas

Plaza de Armas is part of the walking tour route.

11

La Muralla

This location is passed during the walking tour.

12

Old San Juan Casino

The Old San Juan Casino is included in the walking tour stops.

Meeting point

If you are coming by cruise and arriving at the Old San Juan Cruise Piers. Starbucks is located within walking distance of the piers.

End point

If you are coming by cruise and arriving at the Old San Juan Cruise Piers. Starbucks is located within walking distance of the piers.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Not advised for anyone with back or spinal problems
Not advised during pregnancy
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
A moderate level of fitness is needed
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A multi-lingual guide may conduct the tour
Proper clothing is required to enter churches
Proper shoes are required; sandals are not allowed
Not recommended for people who have had recent surgery
Not recommended for people with hip, heel, or foot pain
Not recommended for people with high blood pressure complications
Participants must be fit to walk long distances of about 3 miles
Not recommended for people with cat allergies due to possible presence of cats
People with diabetes should eat breakfast or a meal before the tour
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