Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport 32 min
Playa El Escambrón (24 min) Beach, snorkeling, and surfing La Marquesa Forest Park (15 min) Wooded ecopark, with a funicular to an observation tower, plus zip-lining, hiking, an aviary & more. San Juan Bautista Cathedral (31 min) Landmark 1540 cathedral, second oldest in the Americas, holding tomb of city founder Ponce de León. Casa Blanca (33 min) House museum built in 1520s for Spanish conquistador Ponce de León, who died before its completion. La Placita (23 min) Nightlife, salsa music, salsa, and music La Fortaleza (33 min) Monumental fortification incorporating residence of the island's governor, dating from 16th-century. Playa Isla Verde (29 min) Lined with highrises, this large sandy beach is a popular, scenic spot for swimming & watersports. William Miranda Marín Botanical and Cultural Garden (11 min) Guided tours are available at this botanical garden on the site of a historic sugar mill. Casa BACARDÍ Puerto Rico (26 min) Renowned rum distillery featuring historical tours, mixology classes, tastings & an outdoor patio. Laguna del Condado (22 min) Coastal lagoon popular for paddle boarding & kayaking, plus seasonal manatee sightings. Condado Beach (24 min) Sheltered bayside beach with sun loungers for rent & kiosks selling light bites & cocktails. Bosque Estatal de Piñones (40 min) Forest, nature reserve, beach, and nature Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico (21 min) Esteemed art museum specializing in Puerto Rican art, housed in 1920s neoclassical former hospital. Condado Beach (25 min) Popular public beach with white sand, luxury hotels & a variety of outdoor bars & cafes nearby. Castillo de San Cristóbal (27 min) Walled & heavily fortified citadel built 1765-1785 & largest of the Spanish built forts in Americas. |