About this experience
Unlike other short walking tours, this experience also includes a guided tour inside the San Cristobal Fort (entrance fee included, transportation from your hotel, lunch break and shopping time).
Considered one of the oldest towns in America and a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the quintessential Old San Juan and its rich history, will impress the most cultural buffs and history savvy. In this walking tour you will explore in-depth one of Puerto Rico’s most iconic touristic destinations, learn about its fascinating history, unique forts, impressive architecture and admire the blue cobblestones streets and charming colorful houses.
At the San Cristobal Fort learn about the importance of its defense system against military attacks throughout the centuries with a certified tour guide accompanying you for a more in-depth experience.
Minimum age is 2 years old. Minimum tour group size is 8 people.
At a glance
- Duration: 5 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 5 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- San Cristobal Fort Park Entrance Fee
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fees
Not included
- Gratuities
- Lunch
Itinerary and highlights
We will start with an early pick-up at your lodging to head to the quintessential town of Old San Juan, considered one of the oldest 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 Old San Juan’s 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.
Now with a better insight of Old San Historical Site, will enter the San Cristobal Fort for a guided tour about the importance of its defense system against military attacks throughout the centuries. This is one of the few tours and companies to include a certified tour guide accompanying you inside the forts for a more in-depth experience.
After all this exploration is time to have a well-deserved authentic lunch and a little bit of shopping time (half hour) before returning to your hotel.
Meeting and pickup information
- Pick-ups will start at 8:30am. OLD SAN JUAN GUESTS - All guests staying in Old San Juan will be picked up only at "Plaza Colón" (Colón Square).
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Puerto Rico as a Local
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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OLD SAN JUAN GUESTS - All guests staying in Old San Juan will be picked up only at "Plaza Colón" (Colón Square).
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