San Juan Family Travel Guide

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San Juan, Puerto Rico
San Juan's architecture and culture lure tourists to an array of historic sites before traveling to nearby beaches and rainforests (Puerto Rico Tourism)

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San Juan Family Highlights

By Travel Expert: Candyce H. Stapen

  • Explore centuries-old forts
  • Browse for clothes and crafts in Old San Juan
  • Enjoy trendy Latin fusion cuisine
  • Take little kids to the hands-on Museo del Niño
  • Swim and sun on golden sands


San Juan Overview

By Travel Expert: Candyce H. Stapen
San Juan, bustling with cruise ship crowds and packed with shops and hotels, grew from a colonial heart, where churches and centuries-old forts still stand. The best way to get a sense of Old San Juan, a seven-square-block area of cobblestone streets, 17th-century churches, historic buildings, cafes, and boutiques, is by walking. Pace yourself, as the crowded streets and the uphill climbs to the forts make sightseeing a slow endeavor. Young kids may prefer a city tour in a horse-drawn carriage. Read More


Hotels

The Ritz-Carlton San Juan Hotel Spa and Casino

6961 Avenue of the Governors
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00979 Map

Distance: 6.4 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 5 class stars
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Marriott San Juan Resort and Stellaris Casino

1309 Ashford Avenue
San Juan, Puerto Rico 907 Map

Distance: 2.5 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars

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from: $169

InterContinental San Juan Resort & Casino

5961 ISLA VERDE AVENUE
San Juan, Puerto Rico 00979 Map

Distance: 5.7 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars

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Attractions

Playa Balneario Luquillo

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Route 3
Luquillo, Puerto Rico

Distance: 0.0 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Balneario de Luquillo is considered by many to be... Read More
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Castillo San Felipe del Morro

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At the end of Calle Norzagaray
San Juan, Puerto Rico

Distance: 0.1 mi. (from destination center)

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Called "El Morro," this fort stands on a rocky... Read More

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Fort San Cristóbal

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In the northeast corner of Old San Juan (uphill from Plaza de Colón on Calle Norzagaray)
San Juan, Puerto Rico

Distance: 0.1 mi. (from destination center)

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This huge fortress, begun in 1634 and... Read More

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Airports

Major Airports near San Juan

Distance (mi.)
San Juan Luis Munoz Marin International Airport 7.1 map

Other Smaller Airports near San Juan

Distance (mi.)
San Juan Isla Grande Airport 1.3 map
Ponce Mercedita Airport 38.7 map
Aguadilla Borinquen Airport 68.6 map

Flight Deals to San Juan

Originating From
Orlando (ORL) to San Juan (SJU) $203
Washington, DC (WAS) to San Juan (SJU) $209
Tampa (TPA) to San Juan (SJU) $245
Philadelphia (PHL) to San Juan (SJU) $259
Newark (EWR) to San Juan (SJU) $261

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San Juan Vacation Rentals

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Condado Vacational Rental

Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Sleeps: 4
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Kitchenette, Linens, Oceanfront, Swimming Pool, TV
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from: $300

Villa Oceania 2 blocks from beach

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Sleeps: 10
Amenities: Oceanfront, Pets OK, Smoking OK
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from: $29

2 Bedroom VACATION HOME in SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Sleeps: 8
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Cable/Satellite TV, Freezer, Full kitchen, Iron, Linens, Microwave, No Pets, Non-Smoking, Oven, Patio, Refrigerator, TV, Toaster, Utensils


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