Old San Juan Food Tour with 7 Tastings of Authentic Local Flavors

4.7
(28 reviews)

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Immerse yourself into hundreds of years of history through food in the Puerto Rican capital of Old San Juan. The city has acted as the gateway to the Caribbean for over 500 years and its rich culinary scene tells the story of the many cultures and traditions that influenced it.

You'll sip on the pride of Puerto Rico, its amazing local coffee which has been grown and brewed on the island for centuries. You'll taste local sandwiches made on artisan sweet bread, the national dish of Puerto Rico hailed by locals and celebrities worldwide, and a sweet treat to cool you down on a sunny San Juan day. With over 5 local tastings, your appetite is sure to be satisfied while taste buds will experience the best of this rich and unique culinary scene.

What's Included

Locally Grown and Brewed Coffee
Bacalaitos – crispy golden salted cod fritters.
Freshly Squeezed Fruit Juice
Our Signature Secret Dish !
Mofongo – Puerto Rico’s iconic plantain and garlic dish.
Empanadilla – perfectly fried turnover with savory filling.
Mallorca Pastry – fluffy, sweet bread dusted with sugar.
Gratuities
Hotel Pick-up / Drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet at Plaza Colon. Look for your guide holding an orange umbrella near the fountain on the south end of the plaza across from the Teatro Alejandro Tapia y Rivera.

End point

The tour will end on the west end of Old San Juan, steps away from the governor's mansion known as La Forteleza .

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Plaza Colon

    Meeting location where we'll start our journey into the culinary history of San Juan.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    See the outside of the imposing castle at the edge of Old San Juan.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Calle San Sebastian

    See the street known for making San Juan one of the most fun and vibrant cities in the topics.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Casa Blanca Museum

    Pass by one of the oldest houses in Puerto Rico intended to be the home to the explorer Ponce de Leon

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    La Puerta de San Juan

    Stand on the massive walls of the city and witness the door that hundreds of years of explorers and merchants passed through into Old San Juan.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    View the nearly 500 year old fortress and home of the Puerto Rican governor

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    La Casa Estrecha

    This mini home was once the narrowest house in the world

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista

    Visit the oldest and most grand catedral on the Island

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • *Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
  • *This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
  • *Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
Supplied by Secret Food Tours

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Food & Drink
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Cancellation Policy

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

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