San Juan, Puerto Rico 6 Day Itinerary

San Juan, Puerto Rico - 6 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Old San Juan Exploration

  • Stay at: El Convento Hotel (ElConvento.com) or La Terraza de San Juan Hotel & Casino (LaterrazadeSanJuan.com)
  • Activities: Visit the Old San Juan, walk along the blue cobblestone streets, explore El Morro and San Cristobal forts, admire the colorful houses in Santurce district.
  • Eat at: Santaella (RestauranteSantaella.com) for Puerto Rican cuisine or Oleaje (oleaje.com) for seafood.
  • Tips: Use the Cataño Ferry ($0.25) to get around Old San Juan and enjoy the views of the bay.

Day 2: Beaches & Bacardi Factory

  • Activities: Spend the morning at Luquillo Beach or Balneario de Carolina, then visit the Bacardi Factory in Catano.
  • Eat at: Kioskos La Luquillo (Kioskoluquillo.com) for beach food and local drinks.
  • Tips: Rent a car to explore beaches easily and enjoy the scenic drive around northern coast.

Day 3: Explore Santurce & Art Districts

  • Activities: Explore Santurce district, visit Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico (MAPR), stroll through Calle Loíza for street art and galleries, enjoy the nightlife at Plaza de las Culturas.
  • Eat at: Jose Enrique (JoseEnriquePR.com) or Metropol Restaurant & Wine Bar (MetropolRestaurantPR.com).
  • Tips: Check out the schedule for events and art exhibitions at MAPR and nearby galleries.

Day 4: El Yunque National Forest

  • Activities: Spend a day exploring El Yunque National Forest, hike La Mina Falls trail, learn about Puerto Rican flora and fauna, visit the Luquillo Waterfalls.
  • Eat at: La Cueva del Mar (LaCuevaDelMarPR.com) for seafood and local dishes after the hike.
  • Tips: Wear appropriate clothing and footwear for the hike, bring insect repellent, and don’t forget your camera!

Day 5: Fajardo & Bioluminescent Bay

  • Activities: Take a day trip to Fajardo and visit Las Cabezas de San Juan Nature Reserve during the day. In the evening, go on a boat tour to experience the bioluminescent bay.
  • Eat at: Mar y Sol (MarYSolPR.com) for fresh seafood.
  • Tips: Book your bioluminescent bay tour in advance, as it can sell out quickly and is weather dependent.

Day 6: Last Day & Departure

  • Activities: Spend your last day shopping for souvenirs in Old San Juan or exploring any unvisited areas from the previous days.
  • Eat at: A recommendation based on your food preferences from the previous meals.
  • Tips: If you have a later flight, consider spending the afternoon at a local coffee shop or park to relax and reflect on your trip.