Excursion Savory steps: discover the food & culture of old san juan tour at San Juan

Explore the vibrant history, flavours, and culture of Puerto Rico on-foot during this scenic and fun-filled, half-day culinary excursion in Old San Juan.

San Juan, Old San Juan, Culinary Walking Tour

Depart the pier for a culinary walking tour along the historic, cobblestone streets of Old San Juan. During your leisurely, guided stroll, explore your surroundings through the eyes of a local, and learn about and indulge your senses with the culture, gastronomy, history and architecture of Puerto Rico.

Visits to Local Food Venues, Tastings of Puerto Rican Specialities

Several stops are made along the way for tastings at a variety of independently-owned and operated businesses. Each venue visited showcases its most delicious dishes, many of which are off the menu, and prepares them by utilizing mainly fresh, locally-grown fruit, meat, fish, and other ingredients. Guests can enjoy tasting up to nine different Puerto Rican specialties, which may include the best artisanal coffee in town, perfectly seasoned and slow-roasted pork, tasty rice and beans, a creative rum cocktail, a plantain-focused dish and more!   

Notable Old San Juan Landmarks

In addition to tastings of local specialities, see historic sites such as the second-oldest Cathedral in the Americas, the oldest Governour's Mansion in the Western Hemisphere, Plaza de Armas, City Hall, La Rogativa, Capilla del Cristo, Cuartél de Ballajá, Paseo de la Princesa, and other notable landmarks. At the conclusion of your culinary walking tour, commence the short walk back to the pier with the best advice on what to eat, see or skip during your next visit to San Juan.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Old San Juan, Culinary Walking Tour, Visits to Local Food Venues, Tastings of Puerto Rican Specialities, Notable Old San Juan Landmarks

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of walking for approximately one mile (about 1.6 kilometres), at times over uneven and cobblestone surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to access certain venues. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilize a wheelchair. Special Dietary restrictions, such as: pescatarian, vegetarian and gluten free tastings can be accommodated if provided 96 hours prior.  We are unable to provide kosher tastings. Food tastings may vary. Lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes and sun protection are recommended. Guests must be at least three years old to participate on this tour; infants are welcome and free-of-charge, but do not participate in the tastings. Guests must be at least 18 years old to be served alcoholic beverages, and a signed waiver is required to participate on this tour. Space on this tour is extremely limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment.