Regarded as two of Old San Juan's most popular attractions, the historic forts Fuerte San Felipe de Morro and Fuerte San Cristobal were constructed by the Spaniards to protect the island from invasions. Specifically, the Fuerte San Felipe de Morro

Regarded as two of Old San Juan's most popular attractions, the historic forts Fuerte San Felipe de Morro and Fuerte San Cristobal were constructed by the Spaniards to protect the island from invasions. Specifically, the Fuerte San Felipe de Morro protected against invasions by sea, while the Fuerte San Cristobal protected against land invasions. Sitting 140 feet above sea level, the six-level Fuerte San Felipe de Morro features 60-foot-thick walls and a labyrinth of dungeons, barracks, turrets, tunnels and towers.

Fuerte San Cristobal, the largest fort built by the Spaniards in the New World, was constructed from 1634 to 1790. Covering 27 acres, the fort offers an unrivaled panoramic view of the Puerto Rican coast from Old San Juan to Condado. Visitors can explore its 18th century barracks, gun turrets, officers' quarters and maze of passageways.

Both forts are open daily, June to November, from 9 AM to 5 PM , and daily, December to May, from 9 AM to 6 PM. Adult admission is $3 for one fort or $5 for both forts; admission for guests ages 15 and under is free. Ranger-led tours are included in admission.

Historic Old San Juan is known for its narrow cobblestone streets, historic buildings and centuries-old fortresses standing guard over the Atlantic Ocean. The best way to tour the historic district is by foot, exploring both alleys and main roads to

Historic Old San Juan is known for its narrow cobblestone streets, historic buildings and centuries-old fortresses standing guard over the Atlantic Ocean. The best way to tour the historic district is by foot, exploring both alleys and main roads to come across some of the most striking architecture all of Puerto Rico has to offer. Popular Old San Juan destinations include La Muralla, or the city wall, built between 1539 and 1641. Finally completed in 1782, La Muralla consists of sandstone blocks up to 20 feet thick, which protected the city from invasions. The Museo de Dona Fela, located on Caleta de San Juan Street, was the original residence of Felisa Rincon de Gautier, the first woman to become San Juan's mayor. Today, the house functions as a museum for de Gautier's personal belongings and memorabilia from her days running the city.

Continuing through town, guests stroll down the tree-lined Paseo La Princesa promenade that leads to the red-painted Puerta de San Juan, one of six original massive wooden doors that were closed at sundown to protect residents centuries ago. To cap off the day, explorers can make a stop at the yellow La Casita building, home to the Puerto Rico Tourism Company as well as an outdoor crafts market that operates on the weekends. La Casita presents an unrivaled view of San Juan Bay, the busiest ocean port in the Caribbean, bringing in half of the region's trade and more than one million cruise ship visitors every year.

Operating as a legacy to the people of Puerto Rico, the 130,000-square-foot Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico features Puerto Rican art dating from the 17th century through the present. One of the largest museums in the Caribbean, the Museo de Arte de

Operating as a legacy to the people of Puerto Rico, the 130,000-square-foot Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico features Puerto Rican art dating from the 17th century through the present. One of the largest museums in the Caribbean, the Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico spans two strikingly dissimilar wings. The historic, neo-Classical west wing, housed in a former hospital built in 1920, acts as the main museum space and is home to the museum's 14 galleries. The modern east wing, opened in 1996, is marked by a floor-to-ceiling, five-story-tall stained glass window.

Though known for its renowned collection of Colonial-era paintings, including works by internationally renowned Puerto Rican artists Jose Campeche and Francisco Oller, the museum is also home to an impressive collection of folk art, sculpture and photography. Guests also flock to its Botanical and Sculpture Garden, which features 16 sculptures, nestled among hundreds of thousands of trees and native plants, as well as a 900-gallon pool, three waterfalls and resident Koi fish.

After a long day of exploring, visitors can grab a seat at one of 22 tables at the museum's four-star Pikayo Restaurant. With an extensive menu of contemporary American and Puerto Rican cuisine, Pikayo is noted as among the best on the island. The museum offers various spaces for private events, such as the 400-seat theater and the Grand Atrium and Sculpture Garden, which can accommodate 1,500 people. The Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 AM to 5 PM and Wednesday until 8 PM. It is open Sunday from 11 AM to 6 PM. Guided tours are offered Thursday at 2:30 PM, Saturday at 10:30 AM and Sunday at 2 PM. Admission is $3 for children ages 5-18 and $6 for adults. Admission for children under 5 is free. On-site parking is available.

Located in Camuy, the Rio Camuy Cave Park is one of the largest cave systems in the Western Hemisphere. Visitors can board a trolley to tour a portion of the park that contains two caves and three sinkholes, including the 400-foot-deep Tres Pueblos

Located in Camuy, the Rio Camuy Cave Park is one of the largest cave systems in the Western Hemisphere. Visitors can board a trolley to tour a portion of the park that contains two caves and three sinkholes, including the 400-foot-deep Tres Pueblos Sinkhole. Or, guests can get out and walk down 205 steps to the Spiral Sinkhole and Cave to see the underground Camuy River, the world's 3rd largest underground river, rush from one cave to another 400 feet below. Spanning 268 acres, the Rio Camuy Cave Park also includes an expansive picnic area and walking trails, as well as an informative exhibition hall and theater.

Rio Camuy Cave Park is open Wednesday through Sunday from 8 AM to 4 PM. Admission is $7 for children ages 2-12 and $12 for adults. Admission for children under 2 is free. On-site parking is available.

Puerto Rico is home to the 28,000-acre El Yunque National Forest, the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System. Most of the rainforest's grounds are covered by the Luquillo Mountains, topped by the 3,526-foot-tall El Yunque peak,

Puerto Rico is home to the 28,000-acre El Yunque National Forest, the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System. Most of the rainforest's grounds are covered by the Luquillo Mountains, topped by the 3,526-foot-tall El Yunque peak, which features many well-marked trails that are easy to explore. More than 240 trees and flora species, including 150 species of fern and rare orchids, grow in El Yunque. Visitors may also get the chance to see some of the forest's colorful wildlife, including the rarely-seen Puerto Rican Amazona parrot, the only native parrot on the island, within El Yunque's lush landscape.

The El Portal Tropical Forest Center, which features a theater and interactive displays on the biology behind the rainforest, is available for private rentals for up to 500 people. Located just 45 minutes from San Juan, El Yunque National Forest is open daily from 7:30 AM to 6 PM. Entrance to the forest is free. On-site parking is available. Guests are advised to visit during the early spring, as its driest month is March.

Al Dente is known for its authentic Italian cuisine, fresh pasta and innovative recipes. Situated in a historic building in Old San Juan, the decor of this charming restaurant will transport you to Palermo, native city of chef / owner Giancarlo

Al Dente is known for its authentic Italian cuisine, fresh pasta and innovative recipes. Situated in a historic building in Old San Juan, the decor of this charming restaurant will transport you to Palermo, native city of chef / owner Giancarlo Amenta. The food, at times baroque, at times innovative, reflects Giancarlo's Sicilian background. Pasta cooked al dente, fresh seafood, vegetables, meats, poultry and spices are the main ingredients of this fifteen-year-old restaurant. Oldest Italian restaurant in Puerto Rico. Seating Dinner: 75 Cocktail: 200

Budatai is located in the Condado area of San Juan in a 5,000-square-foot, 2-story art deco townhouse. It sits atop the most exclusive collection of designer boutiques in the Caribbean. Budatai features a blend of Asian inspired food with hints of

Budatai is located in the Condado area of San Juan in a 5,000-square-foot, 2-story art deco townhouse. It sits atop the most exclusive collection of designer boutiques in the Caribbean. Budatai features a blend of Asian inspired food with hints of Caribbean flavors all prepared by Puerto Rico’s only Iron Chef competitor, Chef Roberto Trevino.

¡Bienvenido! Welcome to Casa Lola, San Juan – Puerto Rico's big, beautiful "New House on the Block." Join Chef Roberto Trevino at his newest haunt in Condado West. Chef's menu features a flavor palette based on his vision of Criollo cuisine, the

¡Bienvenido! Welcome to Casa Lola, San Juan – Puerto Rico's big, beautiful "New House on the Block." Join Chef Roberto Trevino at his newest haunt in Condado West. Chef's menu features a flavor palette based on his vision of Criollo cuisine, the flavors of the abuelos (grandparents), presented in creative, forward looking manner. Casa Lola promises to become Puerto Rico's biggest, hottest and freshest Criollo Kitchen and Social Club.

Located in Old San Juan, Cafe La Princesa is the only outdoor cafe with the cosmopolitan twist of a world capital. It’s a haven away from the busy, narrow streets of the old city; a place with the perfect balance between the history of the great

Located in Old San Juan, Cafe La Princesa is the only outdoor cafe with the cosmopolitan twist of a world capital. It’s a haven away from the busy, narrow streets of the old city; a place with the perfect balance between the history of the great walls, cobblestones and nature. For nine years, Cafe La Princesa has offered this unique setting combined with the best local food in town, where visitors can enjoy world class ambience and a creative menu of Puerto Rican food with international influences. Music, excellent food and local atmosphere combine to offer visitors an unforgettable gastronomic experience surrounded by history and nature.

Art Bar is Chef Mario Pagan's new restaurant at the Museum of Art of Puerto Rico in San Juan. LAUREL is the new showcase of his "Nuevo Caribe Cuisine". This new concept is possible due to the plethora of local fresh ingredients that are available

Art Bar is Chef Mario Pagan's new restaurant at the Museum of Art of Puerto Rico in San Juan. LAUREL is the new showcase of his "Nuevo Caribe Cuisine". This new concept is possible due to the plethora of local fresh ingredients that are available year round in our beautiful island. From Queen Snappers from the South to Butter Avocados from the North, even a variety local Aged Cheeses it's what makes our menu shine by itself. Feel like a local whenever you're here. Or at least, eat local fair with an understated elegance. Offering a 65-seat dining room, a 25-seat private dining room, a cozy-bar and stunning wine cellar, all presented in a palette of warm neutrals and natural elements, Laurel will refine and redefine the dining experience.

Marmalade is a contemporary-creative-unique style restaurant that serves California-French or Napa Valley-style food, where diners can partake of 15 different wines by the glass. The chef changes the menu regularly, using only seasonal ingredients.

Marmalade is a contemporary-creative-unique style restaurant that serves California-French or Napa Valley-style food, where diners can partake of 15 different wines by the glass. The chef changes the menu regularly, using only seasonal ingredients. The restaurant that can seat 100 people and have beautiful bar area for them to gather.

Puerto Rico's Cafe Colao is a place where the occasional and the regular coffee drinkers can taste many grains of the special coffee from Puerto Rico. In our boutique atmosphere locale, our visitors will have the opportunity to learn the history,

Puerto Rico's Cafe Colao is a place where the occasional and the regular coffee drinkers can taste many grains of the special coffee from Puerto Rico. In our boutique atmosphere locale, our visitors will have the opportunity to learn the history, savor and buy the coffee of their choice.

Rosalía International Cuisine & Tapas, a new restaurant in Punta Las Marias, SJ, where you can enjoy a great dinner, wine selection and delicious desserts in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere with excellent service. We offer free valet parking and a

Rosalía International Cuisine & Tapas, a new restaurant in Punta Las Marias, SJ, where you can enjoy a great dinner, wine selection and delicious desserts in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere with excellent service. We offer free valet parking and a VIP Room for that special celebration.

Nestled in the tranquil mountains of northern Puerto Rico sits the behemoth Arecibo telescope, the world's largest radio telescope. With a diameter of 1,000 feet and a coverage of 20 acres, the telescope is also noted by many for its appearance in

Nestled in the tranquil mountains of northern Puerto Rico sits the behemoth Arecibo telescope, the world's largest radio telescope. With a diameter of 1,000 feet and a coverage of 20 acres, the telescope is also noted by many for its appearance in the James Bond film, Goldeneye. As part of the National Astronomy and Ionosphere Center, operated by Cornell University and the National Science Foundation, it operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, providing time, electronics, computer, travel and logistics support to scientists all over the world.

Visitors can see the telescope and learn more about its science at the Arecibo Observatory, also known as the Angel Ramos Foundation Visitor Center. The 10,000-square-foot center features 3,500 square feet of exhibits on radar astronomy and the “unseen sky” and a 100-seat theater.

The Arecibo Observatory offers private rentals for up to 120 people. It is open Wednesday through Sunday from 9 AM to 4 PM with extended hours during the summer and winter seasons. Admission is $4 for children under 18 and $6 for adults.

The San Juan Botanical Garden, also known as the Botanical Garden of the University of Puerto Rico, is located in San Juan. This lush 300-acre (1.2 square kilometers) “urban garden” of native and exotic flora serves as a laboratory for the study,

The San Juan Botanical Garden, also known as the Botanical Garden of the University of Puerto Rico, is located in San Juan. This lush 300-acre (1.2 square kilometers) “urban garden” of native and exotic flora serves as a laboratory for the study, conservation and enrichment of plants, trees, flowers, grasses and many other plants. Seventy-five acres are landscaped and open to the general public as well as researchers.

The Gardens are open every day from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and admission is free of charge.

The salt flats are positioned in the Atlantic flyway of Cabo Rojo and are a vital nesting ground and feeding area for no fewer than 118 bird species. The coastline, mangroves, sea grass beds, and offshore coral reefs next to the area, are prime fish

The salt flats are positioned in the Atlantic flyway of Cabo Rojo and are a vital nesting ground and feeding area for no fewer than 118 bird species. The coastline, mangroves, sea grass beds, and offshore coral reefs next to the area, are prime fish habitat, and are considered special aquatic sites. This area is considered unique and irreplaceable.

Stop by the visitor’s center near the salt flats for tours of the area Both the refuge and visitor center are open 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday thru Friday.

Located in Utuado near the center of Puerto Rico, the mysterious 13-acre Caguana Ceremonial Park is home to numerous bateyes, or courts, of a ceremonial ballgame played by the Taino Indians. Believed to be built around 1270, Caguana is considered one

Located in Utuado near the center of Puerto Rico, the mysterious 13-acre Caguana Ceremonial Park is home to numerous bateyes, or courts, of a ceremonial ballgame played by the Taino Indians. Believed to be built around 1270, Caguana is considered one of the most important Taino grounds in the West Indies. The park also features several carved monoliths and petroglyphs, some weighing up to a ton, as well as a small museum housing Indian artifacts and archaeological exhibits. Guests can step outside to explore the museum's botanical garden of sweet potatoes, cassava, corn and yautia under the shadow of the nearby Cemi Mountain, believed by the Taino to be the home of their gods.

The Arecibo Observatory offers private rentals for up to 120 people. It is open WednesdayCaguana Ceremonial Park is open Wednesday through Sunday from 8 AM to 4 PM. Admission is $1 for children under 18 and $2 for adults.

As the world's largest rum distillery, located in the world capital of rum, Puerto Rico's Casa Bacardi processes 100,000 gallons of rum each day. Located in Catano, just across San Juan Bay from Old San Juan, the distillery features a 45-minute

As the world's largest rum distillery, located in the world capital of rum, Puerto Rico's Casa Bacardi processes 100,000 gallons of rum each day. Located in Catano, just across San Juan Bay from Old San Juan, the distillery features a 45-minute interactive tour that explores Bacardi history and how its spirits are created, bottled and shipped. Guests can also partake in rum sampling and cocktail mixing demonstrations among the distillery's replicas of an old Spanish courtyard and Santiago de Cuba Bay.

Tours run Monday through Saturday from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM and Sunday from 10 AM to 3:45 PM. Admission is free of charge

The Serralles Castle is a mansion located in the city of Ponce, Puerto Rico, overlooking the downtown area. It was built during the 1930s for Juan Eugenio Serralles, son of businessman Juan Serralles, founder of Destileria Serralles. Nowadays, the

The Serralles Castle is a mansion located in the city of Ponce, Puerto Rico, overlooking the downtown area. It was built during the 1930s for Juan Eugenio Serralles, son of businessman Juan Serralles, founder of Destileria Serralles. Nowadays, the castle is a museum, Museo Castillo Serralles, with information about the sugar cane and rum industries and its impact in the economy of Puerto Rico. The structure sits on a 2.5-acre (1.0 ha) exceedingly manicured property. The property was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1980.

You can visit the Serralles Castle Museum, the Butterfly Nursery, the Vigia Cross and the Japanese Garden all in one visit to Ponce! Hours are from 9:30 AM to 5:15 PM.

The Culebra Refuge, which comprises about 1,480 acres, includes 23 islands and rocks in addition to the four tracts on the main island of Culebra. The refuge is well known as a nesting site for a variety of seabirds and preserves important habitat

The Culebra Refuge, which comprises about 1,480 acres, includes 23 islands and rocks in addition to the four tracts on the main island of Culebra. The refuge is well known as a nesting site for a variety of seabirds and preserves important habitat for endangered sea turtles.

Visitors are only permitted at Cayo Luis Pena and Culebrita, they are open daily from dawn to dusk. Accessible by water taxi and private boat.

In the southwestern area of Puerto Rico you will find this subtropical dry forest. The area was designated as a forest reserve in 1919 and a United Nations Biosphere Reserve in 1981. It is considered the best preserved, subtropical forest and the

In the southwestern area of Puerto Rico you will find this subtropical dry forest. The area was designated as a forest reserve in 1919 and a United Nations Biosphere Reserve in 1981. It is considered the best preserved, subtropical forest and the best example of dry forest in the Caribbean where you can find around 700 plant species of which 48 are endangered and 16 exist nowhere else.

It is open Monday thru Sunday from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM. There is no charge to access the Guanica Dry Forest Reserve.

Built in 1521, La Casa Blanca is not only one of San Juan's oldest remaining structures, but also the former residence of the descendants of Juan Ponce de Leon, the first governor of Puerto Rico. Contrary to popular belief, the governor never lived

Built in 1521, La Casa Blanca is not only one of San Juan's oldest remaining structures, but also the former residence of the descendants of Juan Ponce de Leon, the first governor of Puerto Rico. Contrary to popular belief, the governor never lived in the house, as he died in Cuba before returning to his Puerto Rican home, but La Casa Blanca served as the home of his family for 250 years. Today, the two-story structure, plus its spectacular garden and fountains, is a snapshot of 16th and 17th century Puerto Rican life. Visitors can tour the rustic home's foyer, study, two bedrooms, dining room, kitchen, oratorio and regal throne room, many of which contain period furniture.

La Casa Blanca offers indoor and outdoor spaces for private events of up to 200 people. The home is open Tuesday through Sunday from 9 AM to noon and from 1 to 4 PM. Admission is $3 per person.

La Fortaleza (The Fortress) is the current official residence of the Governor of Puerto Rico. It was built between 1533 and 1540 to defend the harbor of San Juan and is the oldest continuously inhabited executive mansion in the Western Hemisphere.

La Fortaleza (The Fortress) is the current official residence of the Governor of Puerto Rico. It was built between 1533 and 1540 to defend the harbor of San Juan and is the oldest continuously inhabited executive mansion in the Western Hemisphere. The structure is also known as Palacio de Santa Catalina (Santa Catalina's Palace). It was listed by UNESCO in 1983 as part of the World Heritage Site "La Fortaleza and San Juan National Historic Site."

The area’s ecotour is one of the island’s best nature experiences, the gorgeous Fajardo lighthouse crowns this nature reserve. This lighthouse was constructed in 1880 and was officially lit on May 2, 1882. The 316-acre (128 hectares) reserve includes

The area’s ecotour is one of the island’s best nature experiences, the gorgeous Fajardo lighthouse crowns this nature reserve. This lighthouse was constructed in 1880 and was officially lit on May 2, 1882. The 316-acre (128 hectares) reserve includes a bioluminescence bay, rare flora and fauna, various trails and boardwalks, and scientific research center. Despite its small size, the reserve shelters seven different ecological systems, including beaches, lagoons, dry forest, coral reefs and mangroves.

Located in Fajardo on the east coast of Puerto Rico, tours are by appointment only, from Wednesday to Sunday.

Located just a few miles from Ponce, the 87-acre Hacienda Buena Vista, built in 1833, is a working plantation that transports visitors back to 19th century Puerto Rico. A successful producer of cacao, corn, plantains, yams, pineapples, coffee and

Located just a few miles from Ponce, the 87-acre Hacienda Buena Vista, built in 1833, is a working plantation that transports visitors back to 19th century Puerto Rico. A successful producer of cacao, corn, plantains, yams, pineapples, coffee and oranges until the 1950s, the Hacienda Buena Vista in its heyday processed 10,000 pounds of coffee every year for shipment to Europe. Visitors can explore the plantation’s carriage house, stables, warehouses, corn mill, and manor house filled with period antiques, or observe the original farm machinery and a two-story water mill, the first of its kind on a Latin American farm.

Two-hour tours of Hacienda Buena Vista run Saturday and Sunday from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Group tours run Wednesday and Thursday. Tours are $5 per person. Reservations are required.

The MAPR promotes knowledge and appreciation of Puerto Rico’s visual arts from the 17th century to the present. Its 130,000 square feet of facilities combine a neoclassical structure dating from the 1920s with a state-of-the-art modern building, set

The MAPR promotes knowledge and appreciation of Puerto Rico’s visual arts from the 17th century to the present. Its 130,000 square feet of facilities combine a neoclassical structure dating from the 1920s with a state-of-the-art modern building, set in unique tropical gardens. The MAPR has a top restaurant, a singular art products store, and houses a very interesting Puerto Rican art collection.

The museum is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM; 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Wednesdays and 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Sundays. Admission is $6.00 for Adults and $3.00 for Children, on Wednesday admission is free of charge from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

The Pinones State Forest is an ecological timberland forest jungle 7 yards from one of the longest beaches in Puerto Rico. Its six-mile boardwalk is perfect for walking or biking through a mangrove forest while enjoying local flora and fauna. Home of

The Pinones State Forest is an ecological timberland forest jungle 7 yards from one of the longest beaches in Puerto Rico. Its six-mile boardwalk is perfect for walking or biking through a mangrove forest while enjoying local flora and fauna. Home of the mangrove forest and one national oceanfront, Pinones is a natural reserve located east of Isla Verde, north of the International Airport.

It is open for the public, every day from 7 AM to 3:30 PM.

Located in Ponce, the Ponce Museum of Art features a collection of more than 3,000 pieces dating from the 14th through 20th centuries. Opened in 1965, the Ponce Museum of Art was designed by renowned architect Edward Durrell Stone, who also designed

Located in Ponce, the Ponce Museum of Art features a collection of more than 3,000 pieces dating from the 14th through 20th centuries. Opened in 1965, the Ponce Museum of Art was designed by renowned architect Edward Durrell Stone, who also designed New York City's Museum of Modern Art and Radio City Music Hall. The museum is marked by its 14 hexagonal galleries, designed to allow ample natural light to showcase its Italian Baroque, British Pre-Raphaelite, Spanish Golden Age, and contemporary Latin American Art.

Puerto Rico’s geographic position at the western edge of the Caribbean made San Juan one of the key frontier outposts of Spain’s West Indies dominions. San Juan National Historic Site includes Castillo San Cristobal, Castillo San Felipe del Morro,

Puerto Rico’s geographic position at the western edge of the Caribbean made San Juan one of the key frontier outposts of Spain’s West Indies dominions. San Juan National Historic Site includes Castillo San Cristobal, Castillo San Felipe del Morro, Fortin San Juan de la Cruz known locally as El Canuelo, and three fourths of the city walls.

The main fortifications (Castillo San Cristobal and San Felipe del Morro) can be explored every day from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM either on your own or on one of the ranger led programs held throughout the week.