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Private & Exclusive Historic Old and New San Juan Tours

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San Juan, Puerto Rico

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3 to 5 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Experience the ultimate exploration of Old San Juan in a masterfully curated sightseeing and walking tour to the 90 most important landmarks of the city. A feat like this easily take at least 8 hours if done just walking, but we cover it all in eithier 2, 3, 4 hours or even a full day. By strolling in our premium vehicles providing., a sanctuary of cool comfort, you will avoid sweating under the sun or geting wet under the unexpected rain showers in the tropics. You'll appreciate Old San Juan with the ease of moving up and down the historic hills without exertion, ensuring your energy is reserved for enjoyment and discovery.

Your guide, an expert in the city's rich heritage, will lead you through Old San Juan's storied streets and facades, revealing the hidden tales behind each significant site.

Choose from options that add Puerto Rico's finest rum distillery, Barrilito, our African Heritage Village, the Rainforest or all of the above for the ultimate full day San Juan Experience.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation in Mercedes SUV or Minivan, or 14 seat High Roof Custom Ford Transit
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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We will call you when aproaching the Valet area 5 minutes before the time of the tour. We do not pickup at cruiseship terminal. If you are comming in a cruiseship we will pick you at the walgreens at the other side of the street to expedite the pickup process.

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1055 Ashford Avenue
San Juan, 00907, Puerto Rico

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The Spa at Condado Vanderbilt (pass by)

Learn about the first Luxury hotel south of our Nation's border, previously Vanderbilt's family winter retreat.
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Luis Munoz Rivera Park (pass by)

Learn about the history of the only park in the San Juan Island.
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Plaza Colon

Learn about the square that was the welcoming area behind the wall that surrounded the old city, the wall itself and how the area evolved to be what it is today.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Castillo De San Cristobal

Learn about the largest colonial Fort ever constructed in the New world and how it protected the San Juan in the largest attack the city ever saw. Walk its surroundings area which were part of it and take a picture by one of it's Garitas.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Abraham Lincoln Statue (pass by)

Learn about the first elementary school built by USA and the significance of Abraham Lincoln for Puerto Ricans.
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Cuartel de Ballaja (pass by)

Learn about the building that was used by Spain and then USA as infantri quarters.
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Ballaja Sculpture (pass by)

Learn the significance of this marvelous sculpture.
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Santa Maria Magdalena de Pazzis Cemetery (pass by)

Learn the whys and hows of this unique cemetery.
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Iglesia de San Jose

Learn about the 4th oldest church in the Americas and the second oldest in our nation America. Walk in and go back in time inside this gem that was restored to its original glory and reopened in 2021.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Castillo San Felipe del Morro

Learn about the oldest fort in the America's and the one that protected the city until WW2. Walk by the walls and take some unique pictures ads you discover it’s secrets.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Juan Ponce de Leon Statue (pass by)

Learn about our first governor and how he ended leaving Puerto Rico and going to Florida where he ultimately died.
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Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista

Witness the second oldest Church in the Americas and our Nations oldest church. Inside discover Ponce de Leon Grave and a little and unknown rock chappel named Altar de La Patria resting place of the remains of our first bishop and our first emissary to the spanish courts.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

La Rogativa

Learn the history of our most significative monument, the one we call "the miracle of San Juan"!
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Monumento Don Juan de Amezouita y Quixano (pass by)

Learn about the first monument of the Americas and its significance.
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La Puerta de San Juan (pass by)

Learn the history, significance and fun facts of the main entrance to the city.
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La Fortaleza - Palacio de Santa Catalina (pass by)

Learn the history of the Oldest executive mansion still in use in the Americas.
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Calle De La Fortaleza (pass by)

Discover the best spots for unique souvenirs and the birthplace of our state drink: the Piña Colada!
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Plaza de Armas (pass by)

Learn today's city square history.
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San Juan City Hall (pass by)

Learn fun facts about our city hall history.
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Departamento de Estado de Puerto Rico (pass by)

Learn how this building has been home of many powerful institutions through the last 350 years.
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Jose V. Toledo Federal Building and United States Courthouse (pass by)

Learn about the south quarters of the old city and why USA built their main buildings there.
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Paseo de la Princesa (pass by)

Learn how this walkway got its name and see the last remaining of the south side wall
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Casa de Espana (pass by)

Learn the history of this historic building.
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Puerto Rico Police Memorial Monument (pass by)

See this significant monument, part of the Presidents walkway area.
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Paseo de los Presidentes

Learn about the 9 presidents that have visited us and why we have them in this walkway.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Capilla del Santo Cristo de la Salud (pass by)

Learn the history of this famous landmark
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La Rogativa

Learn about what we locals call the miracle of San Juan
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bastion de San Antonio

Walk by this part of the wall intour way to el Morro.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bastion de Santa Elena

See the defense point in the south wall between el Morro and La Fortaleza
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private & Exclusive Historic Old and New San Juan Tours?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Private transportation in Mercedes SUV or Minivan, or 14 seat High Roof Custom Ford Transit
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Gratuities

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  • Service animals allowed
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  • Operated by a business

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
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