Old San Juan and El Morro Castle Walking Tour
The tour includes entrance to the fort San Felipe del Morro which is the most visited attraction in Puerto Rico. The tour also includes popular icons of Old San Juan such as its colorful buildings and cobblestone streets. Other landmarks included are the San Juan Cathedral (interior), the Governor's Mansion and the San Juan Gate.
The tour is guided by locals with excellent customer service and vast knowledge about the history, culture and nature of Puerto Rico. Guides are certified by the Puerto Rico Tourism Company and are fluent in both English and Spanish.
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Old San Juan and El Morro Castle Walking Tour
What's included in Old San Juan and El Morro Castle Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Plaza Darsenas
MEETING LOCATION: This is a square covered with trees next to peer 1 in Old San Juan. All participants must meet the guide by the fountain next to La Casita de Rones (pink building).
Plaza de Hostos
Original entry way of Old San Juan through the demolished gate of the town.
Observation point overlooking the bay of San Juan. It was originally built to fire cannons at enemy ships.
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Entrance fee to El Morro Fort ($10 value)
- Certified Tour Guide
- Sunscreen
- Sun glasses
- Hats or caps
- Comfortable Walking Footwear
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for travelers with walking limitations
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Please, meet the guide by the FOUNTAIN next to La Casita de los Rones on Plaza Darsenas in Old San Juan. From the cruise ports (pier 3 & 4) walk westward along the water until you get to Plaza Darsenas. Pan-American Pier is NOT within walking distance. You can take Uber or Taxis to Plaza Darsenas.
End Points
- Plaza San José is steps away from souvenir shops, cool bars and local restaurants that are great for lunch. Also, from this plaza participants can get Ubers to get back to the port or anywhere else in Puerto Rico.
- After the tour inside El Morro Castle, participants can stay in the fort to explore it on their own. Alternatively, they can walk back into the town with the guide.
