San Juan, Puerto Rico

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San Juan is the capital city and most-populous municipality in the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, an unincorporated territory of the United States. One of the top destinations in the Caribbean… welcoming travelers from all over the world. In a short 3 hour flight from major U.S. cities, with no passport required, you can experience one of the most culturally rich places in the world. San Juan attracts couples seeking unique experiences, and the city offers full days of romantic activities — sure to create unforgettable memories. Visitors of all ages and interests will enjoy seeing unique attractions and landmarks in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The list of places you can visit is long, including world-renowned UNESCO sites such as the San Juan National Historic Site. There are also museums for all ages, marine reserves, beaches, plazas, parks, gardens, a state-of-the-art convention center hosting many events, and more.

Puerto Rico’s capital is the third oldest European-established capital city in the Americas, after Santo Domingo, in the Dominican Republic, and Panama City, in Panama. Several historical buildings are located in San Juan; the most famous old forts are as follows, Fort San Felipe del Morro and Fort San Cristóbal, and La Fortaleza.San Juan is Puerto Rico’s most important seaport and is the island’s financial, cultural, and tourism center.

San Juan has a tropical monsoon climate (Am) and has an average temperature of 81.0 °F (27.2 °C) although 90 °F (32 °C) or higher temperatures are seen on an average 79 days annually, more commonly occurring during the wetter months of the northern summer, especially if the winds come from the south. In the winter, temperatures can drop to around 60 °F (16 °C), though the average winter low is 71 °F (22 °C). The coolest temperature officially recorded was 60 °F (16 °C) on March 3, 1957, and the hottest was 98 °F (37 °C) on October 9, 1981; the record cold daily maximum is 71 °F (22 °C) on February 4, 1935, while the record warm daily minimum is 83 °F (28 °C) on August 11, 1995, the most recent of four occasions

The architecture of San Juan is very diverse, due to its size and all the cultural influences received during its existence. The oldest part of the city, known as Old San Juan, mostly features the influence of Spanish architecture. This part of the city is comprised by a network of “setted” roads usually surrounded by ancient, two-storied houses built on masonry. Some colonial structures have been restored and serve either as government offices or museums.

San Juan is the largest city in Puerto Rico by population. From 1899 to 1950 the municipality of San Juan excluded the township of Río Piedras. San Juan experienced significant economic growth following World War II. During this period the city underwent an industrial revolution, although as of 1984 it had never generated its own economic region. The city’s economy relies mostly on companies dedicated to the manufacture of several products, including: Chemical substances (bleach and house cleaning products); medicines; rum and other beverages; fertilizers; electric tools; electronic devices; plastics, textiles, and food-based products.

Tourism is also a key industry.Puerto Rico’s main airport is the Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport. The tourism focus of the city is located in the district of Condado Beach where there are luxurious hotels. Historical locations such as El Morro, Old San Juan and El Cuartel de Ballaja are promoted in tourism campaigns.

The charming Old San Juan will transport you back to colonial times. Bring comfortable shoes, because you’ll want to walk every cobblestone street, with bright candy-colored homes. Explore scenic waterfronts, centuries-old forts, museums, charming plazas, excellent restaurants, shopping, and be sure to experience our vibrant culture by attending our festive events just about every week of the year. The simplicity of walking becomes an extraordinary experience in Old San Juan. You want to look up constantly at the adorned wrought-iron balconies of colonial homes painted in bright or pastel colors.

The New San Juan, the metropolis of the Caribbean, is constantly growing and moving forward. Our capital city offers the amenities and entertainment of a modern and lively city with the added allures of tropical beaches, luxurious beachfront hotels, world-class dining, shopping, and sizzling nightlife. Condado, Ocean Park, nearby Isla Verde, are the most popular tourist destinations. San Juan is the cultural center of Puerto Rico, celebrating countless festivals and events throughout the year. There’s always something entertaining and exciting happening in San Juan. Island residents head to the city to join the festivities.

Whether you want to just sit on a lounge chair and relax or be actively doing water sports, San Juan has a beach for you. Stay at a beachfront hotel so you can simply walk to the beach and have easy access to great restaurants and beachside entertainment. Bring your camera for the hundreds of gorgeous photo ops, with the San Juan Bay as the perfect background. The most popular and beloved fort on the island is Castillo San Felipe del Morro (El Morro), it is easier to navigate and the grounds are filled with joy with children and adults alike flying a kite, be sure to buy one and join in. Hacienda Campo Rico is a great place to enjoy a variety of fun activities; Ziplining, ATV Trail Rides, Horseback Riding on elegant Paso Fino horses. See top rated tours below.

Technological advances after World War II in the development of the airliner, coupled with the island’s climate and natural setting, have transformed San Juan into the springboard for tourism around the island, and has made the rest of the Caribbean known throughout the world during the last fifty years. Today the capital features hotels, museums, historical buildings, restaurants, beaches and shopping centers. In San Juan there are tourist attractions, including: Old San Juan, Ocean Park, Isla Verde and Condado.

The Port of San Juan is the fourth busiest seaport in the Western Hemisphere, ranked among the top 17 in the world in terms of container movement. It is also the largest home-based cruise port in the world with over a dozen cruise ships. It is the second busiest port in cruise volume after Miami.

The Metropolitan Area is served by two airports. The Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport, San Juan’s primary commercial airport, is located eight miles (12.9 km) from Old San Juan in the neighboring municipality of Carolina. The airport accommodates more than 30 domestic and international airlines and is the busiest airport in the Caribbean. It is often referred to as “The Gateway to the Caribbean” because it serves as the main connection to the island and the rest of the Caribbean for the United States and vice versa. The area’s secondary airport is the Fernando Ribas Dominicci Airport, which is located directly across the San Antonio Creek or Cano San Antonio from Old San Juan in the Isla Grande district. Some of the best places or hotels to visit are as follows:

· Convention Center District — San Juan, PR

· Ocean Park

· Condado — San Juan, Puerto Rico

· Water Bike Experience in Old San Juan by Caribbean Chiliboats

· Sunset Harbor Boat Ride in San Juan

· San Juan ATV Adventure Tour

· Tour a Rum Distillery

· Go Kayaking, Paddleboarding alongside Manatees in Laguna del Condado, A Nature Reserve

· Walk, Shop, Eat & Dance at Paseo de la Princesa


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