Old San Juan guidebook

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Old San Juan guidebook

Neighborhoods

High-end neighborhood right next to Old San Juan! Grab an Uber or taxi and arrive in a couple of minutes. There are plenty of shops, restaurants, and bars, which explains why there are so many tourists around 24/7!
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Condado
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High-end neighborhood right next to Old San Juan! Grab an Uber or taxi and arrive in a couple of minutes. There are plenty of shops, restaurants, and bars, which explains why there are so many tourists around 24/7!

Food scene

This bar is cozy and nice. It's owned by locals and not many tourists come here, given that it's hidden from the touristy area. Come here if you want to have a local's experience. Plus, you can try their awesome homemade "empanadas"!
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Deshistoria: Birra & Empanadas
150 C. de La Cruz
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This bar is cozy and nice. It's owned by locals and not many tourists come here, given that it's hidden from the touristy area. Come here if you want to have a local's experience. Plus, you can try their awesome homemade "empanadas"!
The chef here is amazing! Here you can expect Puertorican food but with a fancy touch.
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St. Germain
156 Sol Street
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The chef here is amazing! Here you can expect Puertorican food but with a fancy touch.
This ice cream is insane! A bit expensive but worth every penny.
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Anita La Mamma del Gelato
65 C. de la Fortaleza
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This ice cream is insane! A bit expensive but worth every penny.

Sightseeing

Visiting this fort is a must when you come to Old San Juan. The Spanish used this structure to defend the island from invasions.
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El Morro
Calle Beneficencia
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Visiting this fort is a must when you come to Old San Juan. The Spanish used this structure to defend the island from invasions.
A nice beach nearby, packed with locals and tourists.
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Praia do Condado
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A nice beach nearby, packed with locals and tourists.
There's a variety of activities to choose from when you visit this lagoon: paddle boarding, kayaking, relaxing, and paddle yoga, among others.
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Laguna del Condado
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There's a variety of activities to choose from when you visit this lagoon: paddle boarding, kayaking, relaxing, and paddle yoga, among others.

Bars

One of the most famous bars around the block, and you are right next to it! It has several bars to choose from, each with different vibes and music.
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La Factoria
148 C. San Sebastián
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One of the most famous bars around the block, and you are right next to it! It has several bars to choose from, each with different vibes and music.
A nice beer bar that also serves food!
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La Taberna Lúpulo
151 C. San Sebastián
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A nice beer bar that also serves food!

Conselho para os viajantes

Transporte

You can easily walk everywhere!

Uber and scooters are also available using the Bird app.
O que levar

Light clothes and comfortable shoes.

Puerto Rico is hot! Especially during summertime.
Costumes e cultura

If you happen to go to La Perla...

...A very humble neighborhood right inside Old San Juan. You can safely hang out inside La Perla, but don't record any videos or take pictures are locals don't like it. Don't get into fights with locals or draw attention. Just be chill and you'll be fine.