The tour operator was very knowledgeable and gave us a wonderful tour of Old San Juan. Personalized service picking us up and bringing us back to our hotel
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Private transportation
- Guided Licensed Tour Guide
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Excludes
- Lunch
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Traveler pick up offered
Itinerary
The graceful Catedral de San Juan Bautista, or Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist, is a can't-miss historic landmark in the heart of the old city. Highlights When visiting the cathedral, we won't want to miss the following highlights: -The tomb of Ponce de León -The mummy of St. Pio -The stained glass windows
El Capitolio de Puerto Rico was to become the House of Representatives and the location for senators’ offices. The building faces the Atlantic Ocean and has a somewhat intimidating design. The entire structure is a wonderful example of Neoclassical Revival Style architecture. You can visit this place with our certified tour guide.
Experience Old San Juan in a delightful ode to its seat of honor within the history of the New World’s conquest. Receive insight into the life of the common city dwellers, as well as the military origins of the Spanish stronghold that is the City of Saint John the Baptist. Our licensed tour guide will impart on a walking tour along the Paseo de la Princesa (Princess Promenade) to enter the old city through the historic San Juan Gate. Believed standing since approximately 1540. Once inside see Plazuela La Rogativa. Then it’s on to visit the Basilica Manor Cathedral San Juan Bautista, full of devotion, architecture, and art. Our guide walks you through its history and mystique. Later learn about La Fortaleza, today it remains the official residence of Puerto Rico’s governor. Close by, take pictures of Cristo Chapel, Pigeon Park and La Casa Estrecha (the Narrow House), one of the skinniest houses in the world. Finish with a Piña Colada at Barrachina Restaurant.
We visit the remaining door to the city where countless people entered San Juan through the centuries.
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Reviews
This tour was a great option as I was traveling with my mom who has mobility issues. She was able to comfortably see some sights. The driver was safe and the tour was good.
Navaryan was a wonderful tour guide. Before our arrival, he texted to confirm we were ready for pickup and shared his name and vehicle details, which made the start of our day easy and stress-free. After introducing himself, he took us to several sites and impressed us throughout with his knowledge, clear communication, and informative commentary. One of our favorite stops was the Capilla del Cementerio Santa María, near the fort and seafront. A funeral was taking place, so we respectfully chose not to go inside, but the setting was stunning to see from the outside. Navaryan answered all of our questions thoughtfully and honestly, drawing on a deep knowledge of local history. He was kind and considerate to our whole group from start to finish, and he left us wanting more. We truly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to learn about and experience a little of Puerto Rico. It was an enjoyable day!
NARAYAN, was fantastic! Very informative, very knowledgeable, very personable! Super easy-going person, and Tour would highly recommend it. We had many opportunities to stop where we could, and he made the experience very immersive for us. The length of the visit to each place was just right.
Lismar was absolutely the best tour guide.She was informative and fun at the same time. The air condition van was the perfect touch on a hot day.
Everything about this tour was great. It’s a combo of driving and walking which worked well for our group. Our guide was very good at what he does. Had cool water for us that was much appreciated. Took photos for us as well. You’ll definitely enjoy this if you’re looking for money well spent
Narayan was on time, reliable, very knowledgeable, curtious and educational. Great tour of Old San Juan!
Driver/guide was very knowledgeable and detailed
First of all, I was picked up on time with my children and my mom, my tour guide was exceptional, he was beyond amazing. He was savvy, funny and took us to so many places and took his time explaining everything. We had a blast, I traveled with a 3 month old and he gave me the option to stay in the car because it was a hot day. The tour was amazing but my tour guide made it even more amazing. The day was gorgeous and the experience was 10/10
Lismar was a great guide and had knowledge of every stop along the way, she made sure we were comfortable and adjusted the trip to our liking! Make sure you ask her to go by the art district because it is incredible!! Thanks again for the great trip!
Great tour! Highly recommend. It was very hot in July, so we loved the air conditioned van. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and took us to see several places. He offered to take pictures and was very friendly. We got to see the beauty and history of San Juan. We had a few stops to get up close to the historic places. My only critic would be that the bottled water they provided was a very small one and they gave it to us half way through the tour. I was parched with the heat and walking so water was definitely needed. Just needed it sooner and more of it but I definitely had a great time and learned so much.
Very informative! Our travel guide was knowledgeable and seemed really proud of Puerto Rico's history.
We enjoyed learning about San Juan's history and visiting various sights. A wealth of information is well worth it. Thank you!😄
Our driver was wonderful. Lots of great information about San Juan, its history and San Juan today. Would recommend it to everyone
Definitely a must do to see sights in old San Juan!! Tour guide Lismar was very knowledgeable and just fun to be around.
Lismar the guide was great. She gave us a lot of insight and gave good explanations.
We had an absolutely wonderful time on this San Juan driving tour! Lismar was fantastic from start to finish. She was incredibly knowledgeable and shared so much interesting history about Puerto Rico, San Juan, and the local landmarks we visited. Her passion for the island really made the experience come alive. Not only was she informative, but she was also funny, engaging, and made everyone feel comfortable throughout the tour. One of the things we appreciated most was that she took great photos for us along the way, helping us capture memories without having to worry about taking pictures ourselves. The tour was well organized, the van was clean and very well air-conditioned (which was much appreciated in the Puerto Rico heat!), and cold bottled water was provided throughout the trip. Every detail was thoughtfully planned, making the experience relaxing, enjoyable, and memorable. If you’re visiting Puerto Rico and want to learn about the history, see beautiful sights, and have a fun, stress-free experience, I highly recommend this tour and especially Lismar. She truly made our day special!
Narayan was absolutely phenomenal!!! He gave such an in depth and captivating history of Puerto Rico. He even took us to locations outside of the designated trip. His education and genuine enthusiasm of the culture was captivating! I couldn't have prayed for a better tour guide. He also helped my mom as she has limited mobility!! The best part was a tour of the State Building where we learned of PR's Constitution and Government. As a History buff, this was THE highlight. Such an amazing opportunity. For those wondering whether to book, do not hesitate. Worth every DAMN penny. Thank you Narayan!
Our driver/tour guide (Narayan) was extremely knowledgeable and personable. He took great pride in the history and culture of PR and its people. Great tour because of him. Thank you.
Lizmar is extremely knowledgeable funny kind and was entertaining. We had a very good tour and learnt lots of things about San Juan and Puerto Rico. Highly recommend the trip
Narayan was amazing in terms of knowledge and shared wonderful experiences
Our guide did an incredible job with explaining the history of Puerto Rico. It was nice to see the city without having to do a lot of walking. Would highly recommend this tour!
Outstanding tour with great information. The right blend of history, culture, and sights.
The tour was very complete and the driver was very knowledgable. We enjoyed seeing all the sites and hearing the history. At the end of the tour, we had the option of going back to our starting point or being dropped off in the old town. We said we wanted to stay so he drove us back to his favorite restaurant for authentic Puerto Rican food. It was a good choice.
The tour covered main attractions and historic places in Old San Juan. The guide was very professional and extremely friendly
Narayan is a gifted historian and tour guide, able to navigate traffic, while pointing out important history of San Juan. The combination of walking and riding tour was outstanding. Would definitely do it again.
Communication was excellent Driver on time In nice van with ac, Narayan was excellent driver and tour guide. Lots of history and knowledge of san juan We were tired because we didn't get to san juan until 1am same day and thought about canceling. Glad we didn't very nice time. Well worth the money
Lismar was an excellent driver & guide. She has been doing this for years and knows her stuff. This tour was a driving tour mostly with about 5 stops. She picks you up in a nice van, easy to get in & out and comfortable. She dropped us off after the tour closer to our b n b. This tour was for those who don’t want to walk(or can’t anymore)the hilly streets of San Juan with the heat but want to see the areas of importance. She even showed us the area she lives. She explained all questions asked. We were a group of 6 which was perfect. I wouldn’t hesitate to call her again when in town. Her company is “Seeing Puerto Rico”. Tell her hi from us!!
What an excellent and knowledgeable Lismar as my tour guide. She explain well the place we visited. She even went extra to show as the artistic murals that we tourists never seen. Great job and well recommended tour for last minute booking.
Tour guide was very knowledgeable and patient.
I would take this tour over and over. This was very informative, educational and fun even though it rained. We enjoyed ourselves and highly recommend. We had a rare opportunity to visit the State Capitol building and the welcomed to participate in special program happening honoring Puerto Rico and it’s history. Loved every minute!!!
Booking thru Viator was easy and informative.. The communication from the tour company was great Our tour guide Lismar was very informative, knowledgeable and our group had a great time! We drove around Old San and more. Would recommend to get familiar with area and history.
Tour guide was excellent! Knowledgeable and friendly. Covered many historical locations and historical facts.
Our tour guide Narayan was very knowledgeable. We learned so much about San Juan history and visited great points of interest. Don’t hesitate to book. Suitable for all travelers. You will not be disappointed.
Very informative and beautiful tour. Our guide was wonderful. The pick up and drop off at our hotel was extremely convenient. The van was comfortable and nicely air conditioned. Excellent tour, would highly recommend especially for those who don’t want to or can’t, do a lot of walking.
This was the BEST TOUR EVER! I feel fortunate to have been assigned this particular tour guide. Narayan, the tour guide, was personable, knowledgeable and was very responsive to guest questions. To say he is passionate about Puerto Rican history and culture would be and understatement! He didn't just point out landmarks and make a few remarks. Instead, he took special effect to explain each landmark while skillfully intertwining events/history as they (over centuries) impacted Puerto Rico. I learned a great deal and REALLY ENJOYED THE ENTIRE TOUR!
Our guide naryan was knowledgable, passionate, and provided us a safe air conditioned tour! Thank you!
Great historical tour of Old San Juan today Very interesting and thorough information about this historic and patriotic area of Puerto Rico.. beautiful architecture and
4 hrs of great sites with history lessons. Super informative and enjoyable. Driver host was great.
This is amazing tour. We covered lot of places and our guide was very informative. Narayana really knows the city and all the places very well, very patient and quite a narrator .
very interesting and informative tour of old SJ and the guide was great Gary
Great tour, thank you for a memorable experience!
Lots of history. Guide was a local who grew up in old san juan. Excellent guide.. We stayed at an abnb and were picked up and dropped off at our door.
Guide was fun and knowledgeable. He punctual and drove a clean and comfortable vehicle. He spent equal time driving and actual touring inside churches and the castles. Highly recommend him
Loved this tour!! Saw so many places. Guide was extremely knowledgeable. Was able to provide so much history.
Great overview of San Juan. Tour guide was very knowledgeable! Definitely enjoyed it and would recommend!
Narayan was excellent with his narration. One suggestion: with us elderly folks, at least one restroom stop should be in the agenda. When I asked for this, it was treated as though this would disrupt the entire itinerary. This made the last part of the tour very uncomfortable for me and my wife
Very informative tour. Our guide Naranya was very well informed. We received many insights into the history of Puerto Rico.
Narayan was absolutely wonderful. The tour was historical and cultural, just what we were looking for in our San Juan tour. He shared personal stories about his experiences living in San Juan which definitely enhanced our understanding of Puerto Rican culture. Don't hesitate to book this tour. It's one of the best we've ever experienced. We were able to visit numerous sites in Old San Juan, always accompanied by Narayan. He was able to share his knowledge at each stop in an interesting way, even accompanying his talks with additional information from his cell phone. Our pickup at the cruise port was flawless!!! We walked across the street from the dock and stepped into his car. We wanted to make a stop at the end of our tour and Narayan dropped us at the door after giving us thorough instructions about how to easily return to our ship. All of our stops were focused on learning about San Juan and Puerto Rico. We've been on tours where the driver takes you to places where you're "expected" to make a purchase. It was a pleasure when Narayan never suggested anywhere to shop or eat.
This tour was awesome!! Jesus did an awesome job telling the history of San Juan. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting San Juan.
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