About this experience
Puerto Rico‘s story is one of conquest, occupation, and resistance. On this self-guided audio walking tour through San Juan‘s streets, we‘ll trace the evolution of Reggaetón from protest to mainstream music and bring the island‘s history to life. We‘ll follow this story starting with Puerto Rico‘s colonial roots at El Capitolio, the Capitol Building. From there, I‘ll introduce you to Reggaetón and show you several famous nightclubs which fostered some of the most renowned artists of this genre. I‘ll tell you how it was illegal to record, sell or play Reggaetón in radio stations across the island during the 90s. You‘ll have an opportunity to explore the famous La Perla neighborhood where our tour ends. You‘ll find out how the community has fought gentrification, hear about their strict ‘no photographs‘ policy, and see where the music video for Despacito was filmed.
At a glance
- Duration: 1 hr–1 hr 30 min
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 1 hr–1 hr 30 min 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
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- App for Android and iOS
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Not included
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
- Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
Itinerary and highlights
You'll begin at this impressive neoclassical building that houses Puerto Rico's legislative assembly. Explore the site where the island's colonial and political history converges, setting the stage for understanding Reggaetón's roots in resistance.
You'll discover the statue of John the Baptist, the island's patron saint, standing prominently in this historic plaza. Marvel at the connection between the saint and San Juan's name while learning how religious and cultural identities shaped the island.
Meeting and pickup information
- This tour starts in front of El Capitolio. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Languages and tickets
- English — Audio
- English — Written
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- VoiceMap Audio Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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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