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Aerial view of San Felipe Fort in San Juan, Puerto Rico
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San Juan Family Travel Tips

By 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.

Family Overview: San Juan, Puerto Rico

By 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

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Caribe Hilton

San Geronimo Grounds,Los Rosales St
San Juan 00902-1872

Distance: 0.1 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars

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The Ritz-Carlton San Juan Hotel Spa and Casino

6961 Avenue of the Governors
Carolina 00979 Map

Distance: 6.4 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 5 class stars
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Rio Mar Beach Resort & Spa A Wyndham Grande Resort

6000 Rio Mar Boulevard
Rio Grande 00745-6100 Map

Distance: 23.6 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: 25.3 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Fringed by tall, skinny coconut palms and gem-clear waters, Balneario Luquillo is one of the most... Read More
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Castillo de 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 promontory dominating the entrance to San Juan... 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 reengineered in the 1770s, is one of the largest ever... 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) $191
Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to San Juan (SJU) $191
Miami (MIA) to San Juan (SJU) $191
Chicago (CHI) to San Juan (SJU) $239
Tampa (TPA) to San Juan (SJU) $241

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Splendid Villa in Dorado

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4.5
Sleeps: 10
Amenities: Laundry, Linens, Swimming Pool, TV
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Ocean View Historical House

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Sleeps: 4
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Balcony, Cable/Satellite TV, Full kitchen, Laundry, Microwave, No Pets, Non-Smoking, Phone, Refrigerator, Utensils
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2 Bedroom VACATION HOME in SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO

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