Full Day Private Shore Tour in San Juan from Ponce Cruise Port

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

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  This captivating San Juan shore excursion commences at the Ponce cruise ship port. A warm welcome awaits you from our friendly driver just outside the cruise ship terminal. Step into a comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle, embarking on a 1.5-hour journey through the scenic beauty of Puerto Rico. Our tours are meticulously synchronized with your ship's docking times, ensuring a prompt start and a timely return to the port with ample time to spare before your ship's departure. Please note that San Juan is a significant distance from the port, allowing limited time for exploration. This excursion includes a tour with a licensed guide, as well as a brief shopping and lunch break. However, due to time constraints, extensive shopping or a sit-down meal may not be possible.

  1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
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  Juan Ponce de Leon Statue

  The statue of Juan Ponce de León was erected in the Plaza de San José in San Juan, Puerto Rico in 1882. In 2022, the statue was vandalized and torn down by protesters, but was quickly reinstalled.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
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  Paseo de la Princesa

  Paseo de La Princesa (Spanish for Promenade of the Princess) is a pedestrian promenade in San Juan, Puerto Rico located in the city's historic district. The promenade is lined with adorned lamp posts and extends for a quarter of a mile along the southern city walls of Old San Juan. It is named after the former La Princesa Prison which is now a historic building that houses the Puerto Rico Tourism Company. The site hosts street vendors, a restaurant and magnificent views of Old San Juan and its bay.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
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  Calle De La Fortaleza

  La Fortaleza Street is an artery of the historic district of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico. At the beginning of this street is the so-called "Fortaleza" or "Palacio de Santa Catalina", and ends at Plaza Colón. It is a narrow street in which there are government offices, hotels, perfumeries, handicraft stores, jewelry stores and restaurants. Its continuation to the east is Juan Ponce de Leon Avenue.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
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  Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista

  Catedral Basílica Metropolitana de San Juan Bautista, or in English, Metropolitan Cathedral Basilica of Saint John the Baptist, is the Roman Catholic cathedral of the Archdiocese of San Juan de Puerto Rico.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
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  Plaza de Armas

  Plaza de Armas San Juan is one of the main squares of San Juan, the capital of Puerto Rico. It is located on San José Street in Old San Juan and was originally the city's main square. San Juan City Hall is located to the north of the plaza and the Puerto Rico Department of State is located to the west.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
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  Old San Juan Casino

  The Old San Juan Casino is located a short distance south of Castillo de San Cristobal on Ave Juan Ponce de Leon and is adjacent to Plaza Colon. This Beaux Arts building was constructed in 1917, and has been recently restored, is no longer much of a casino and is primarily a venue for weddings and other special events.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
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  Juan Ponce de Leon Statue

  After the guided tour, relish in 1 hour of free time. Your guide will drop you off at a convenient location, allowing you to savor lunch and indulge in some retail therapy.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free
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  After a day filled with delights, our comfortable private vehicle will whisk you back to your ship, brimming with cherished memories. Trust our decade-long expertise in organizing shore excursions and exploring the shores with utmost comfort and peace of mind. Booking a tour during your cruise can be daunting, but not with us!

  1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Cruise with confidence: In the event your ship cannot dock, we will provide a full refund!
• Please note that the tour route and duration in the city are subject to your ship's docking times, traffic conditions, special events, and other circumstances beyond our control. Regrettably, we cannot provide refunds if the tour duration must be adjusted due to any of the aforementioned factors.

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