Private Full Day Historic Old and New San Juan & Distillery Tour

5.0
(23 reviews)

4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

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 stolling in our premium vehicles providing a sanctuary of cool comfort, as you avoid sweating under the sun or geting wet under the unexpected rain showers in the tropics. You'll appreciate 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.

Customize it adding 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 6 passengers SUV or custom transit van (depending on group size)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

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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Meeting point
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    Learn about the first Luxury hotel south of our Nation's border, previously Vanderbilt's family winter retreat.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

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

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    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.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    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.

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • (Pass by)

    Learn about the first elementary school built by USA and the significance of Abraham Lincoln for Puerto Ricans.

    Admission ticket free
  • Cuartel de Ballaja (Pass by)

    Learn about the building that was used by Spain and then USA as infantri quarters.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Learn the significance of this marvelous sculpture.

    Admission ticket free
  • Santa Maria Magdalena de Pazzis Cemetery (Pass by)

    Learn the whys and hows of this unique cemetery.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    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.

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    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.

    10 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.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5
    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.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    La Rogativa

    Learn the history of our most significative monument, the one we call "the miracle of San Juan"!

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Learn about the first monument of the Americas and its significance.

    Admission ticket free
  • La Puerta de San Juan (Pass by)

    Learn the history, significance and fun facts of the main entrance to the city.

    Admission ticket free
  • La Fortaleza - Palacio de Santa Catalina (Pass by)

    Learn the history of the Oldest executive mansion still in use in the Americas.

    Admission ticket free
  • Calle De La Fortaleza (Pass by)

    Discover the best spots for unique souvenirs and the birthplace of our state drink: the Piña Colada!

    Admission ticket free
  • Plaza de Armas (Pass by)

    Learn today's city square history.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Learn fun facts about our city hall history.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Learn how this building has been home of many powerful institutions through the last 350 years.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Learn about the south quarters of the old city and why USA built their main buildings there.

    Admission ticket free
  • Paseo de la Princesa (Pass by)

    Learn how this walkway got its name and see the last remaining of the south side wall

    Admission ticket free
  • Casa de Espana (Pass by)

    Learn the history of this historic building.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    See this significant monument, part of the Presidents walkway area.

    Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Paseo de los Presidentes

    Learn about the 9 presidents that have visited us and why we have them in this walkway.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Capilla del Santo Cristo de la Salud (Pass by)

    Learn the history of this famous landmark

    Admission ticket free
  • 8
    La Rogativa

    Learn about what we locals call the miracle of San Juan

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9

    Walk by this part of the wall intour way to el Morro.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10

    See the defense point in the south wall between el Morro and La Fortaleza

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11

    You will visit our finest rum distillery to learn about its origins and heritahe in their historic tour and then have a complimentary cocktail from their exclusive seasonal collection.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Bucketlist Tours

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Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Luxury Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Excellent Quality
DSA non-compliant
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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