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Go at your own pace, anytime, on this location-aware, smartphone-guided historic San Juan walking tour.
On our historic adventure, you will walk the cobblestone streets of old San Juan and discover its story. The app guides you step by step. Feel free to put your phone in your pocket and walk the whole tour looking up.
You’ll see and learn about the oldest churches in America, plazas, Spanish architecture, historic city gates, chapels of miracles, fountains, doors, statues, and of course you’ll see a few amazing views.
This tour is guided by your smartphone and our company's patented technology. Go anytime and at your own pace. The tour never expires.
After you take it in person you'll unlock a virtual tour to listen to anytime after you go home. It never expires. It's your tour!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The tour starts at the Fuentes Raices Fountain, you'll hear the history of San Juan. From here you'll be guided along the the Paseo de La Princesa and then through the streets of Old San Juan. Please get the WalknTours app and follow the directions in the ticket. Parking: La Puntilla Parking
The tour ends at the historic, healing, and photo perfect. church of Capilla del Santo Cristo de la Salud. This is also next to the overlook and pigeon park, a great hidden spot to visit.
Itinerary
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The tour starts at the Fuentes Raices Fountain were you'll hear about the history of San Juan, the people, the fountain, and see the bay! From here you'll be guided along the the Paseo de La Princesa and then through the streets of Old San Juan discovering it's stories and history.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Capilla del Santo Cristo de la Salud (Pass by)
The tour ends at the historic, healing, and photo perfect. church of Capilla del Santo Cristo de la Salud. This is also next to the overlook and pigeon park, a great hidden spot to visit.
Admission ticket free -
2Paseo de la Princesa
The tour walks along the Paseo de La Princesa, just on the waters edge, and tells the story of the people that lived here before the Spanish settled, and the history of how the Spanish came here.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
The tour walks through the Gate of San Juan and you'll hear it's history, how it was built and the people that walked through it.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The tour goes to the Plazuela La Rogativa to see some of the best statues in the city. You'll learn the story of these statues, how they saved the city from certain destruction, and the story of the artist who built it.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
The tour stops at the oldest church, Cathedral of San Juan Bautista, and you'll hear about Ponce De Leon, famous characters, what's inside and how it got it's name.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
The tour stops at the Plaza San José where you'll see the san jose church, and the statue of Ponce De Leon. You'll learn the history of both and their impact on the land.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
You'll see the famous Puerto Rican Flag Door, and learn about the flag, it's meaning, and why it's now black and white.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
The tour then stops at the famous Plaza de Armas, one of the best spots in the city to stop and rest, grab a coffee, or take in the sites. You'll learn about the fountain, buildings and more!
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9
You will walk down part of C. de la Fortaleza, the famous street for food and shopping. The tour will point out a few famous spots and suggest dishes you can try.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10Calle De La Fortaleza
Also known as Umbrella street, this is a nice spot for pics!
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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