Excursion Walking tour through old san juan tour at San Juan

Explore the highlights along cobblestone streets and gain a fascinating guided look at the history of Old San Juan during this walking tour of the old city.

Fort San Cristobal

Upon disembarkation, meet your experienced guide who will lead you through the historical Old City including a visit to Fort San Cristobal, a fortification that successfully defended the old city from attack by the British and Dutch in centuries gone by.

Next, walk into the City through one of the side streets and commence on a stroll through history. Getting just off the beaten track offers some fascinating finds that eludes most visitors that never leave the main streets.

La Plazoleta de la Rogativa

Exit the gardens of Casa Blanca through a partially hidden access to Calle Sol, or the Street of the Sun. After making the tight descending turn downwards, you suddenly find yourself in the most beautiful section of the entire old city - the Plaza of the Procession. Dominating this little park area is a statue commemorating the miraculous saving of the old city from sacking by the British in the 16th century.

This vantage point offers views of the Governor's Mansion, the El Cañuelo fortress across the port entrance and the Bacardi distillery. A short walk downhill through San Juan Gate takes you to the water's edge. As you return through the San Juan gate continue to San Juan Cathedral, retracing the steps of the original conquistadores. Your guide will walk you to the corner of Cristo & Fortaleza Streets; at this point you decide if you wish to have the guide escort you back to the ship or if you wish to stay to explore the many boutiques and shops that line the cobblestone streets of the old city and return to the ship at your leisure.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion may include: Old San Juan, Fortresses and Plazas, La Plazoleta de la Rogativa, Governor's Mansion, San Juan Gate and Cathedral

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of walking, lasting approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes, over uneven surfaces and steep inclines and is thus recommended for guests in good physical condition. It is not suitable for guests with heart or respiratory conditions, leg, knee, neck, back problems, or limited mobility, or those who utilize a wheelchair. The order of sites visited may vary. It is recommended that guests bring bottled water, poncho or an umbrella in case of rain.  A stop will be made during the tour at an appropriate location for a local refreshing snack or beverage.   Guests must be at least 18 years old to be served alcoholic beverages.