About this experience
Immerse yourself into hundreds of years of history through food in the Puerto Rican capital of Old San Juan. The city has acted as the gateway to the Caribbean for over 500 years and its rich culinary scene tells the story of the many cultures and traditions that influenced it.
You'll sip on the pride of Puerto Rico, its amazing local coffee which has been grown and brewed on the island for centuries. You'll taste local sandwiches made on artisan sweet bread, the national dish of Puerto Rico hailed by locals and celebrities worldwide, and a sweet treat to cool you down on a sunny San Juan day. With over 5 local tastings, your appetite is sure to be satisfied while taste buds will experience the best of this rich and unique culinary scene.
As a private tour, everything works around you! It's a much more intimate and cozy experience.
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 3 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
- Locally Grown and Brewed Coffee
- Mofongo Relleno con Pollo – Puerto Rico’s iconic plantain and garlic dish.
- Mallorca con guayaba – fluffy, sweet bread dusted with sugar.
- Freshly Squeezed Fruit Juice
- Our Signature Secret Dish !
- Pastelles Cerdos – crispy golden salted cod fritters.
- Empanadilla – perfectly fried turnover with savory filling.
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
Meeting location where we'll start our journey into the culinary history of San Juan.
See the outside of the imposing castle at the edge of Old San Juan.
See the street known for making San Juan one of the most fun and vibrant cities in the topics.
Pass by one of the oldest houses in Puerto Rico intended to be the home to the explorer Ponce de Leon.
Stand on the massive walls of the city and witness the door that hundreds of years of explorers and merchants passed through into Old San Juan.
View the nearly 500 year old fortress and home of the Puerto Rican governor
This mini home was once the narrowest house in the world
Visit the oldest and most grand catedral on the Island
Meeting and pickup information
- We will meet at Plaza Colon. Look for your guide holding an orange umbrella near the fountain on the south end of the plaza across from the Teatro Alejandro Tapia y Rivera.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Secret Food Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations’ availability, weather, and other circumstances.
- Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
- This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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