A blog on the fifty places that are a must when visiting Old San Juan! Some background information and ideas as well to help you when picking things to do or see at Old San Juan. We hope you enjoy!

La Fortaleza: this is known as the governor’s palace. It was built between 1532 and 1540 for defensive reasons by foreign attacks. It served as a military fortress until 1845. This marvelous structure is a great tourist attraction. The history attracts various people. Not only the history, but the beauty of the outside and neoclassical interiors.  

 Castillo San Cristobal: it is located in the entrance of San Juan Bay. The place was laid in 1539, but the six-level fortification was not complete until 1787. This is also a tourist attraction which people like to visit to study the history of the attacks. If you visit Puerto Rico you should definitely come and visit the beautiful forts and learn about their exiting history.  

    

Bastion de San Fernando: This bastion is located right next El Morro, with a view to the ocean. It was used as a platform for artillery. 

 El Hamburger: Every person who has gone to San Juan knows this marvelous restaurant. El hamburger is located in Puerta de Tierra near the popular surfing beach El Escambron. It has not only excellent burger but also a nice view and great service. You can’t leave San Juan before eating a burger here. 

Fuerte San Geronimo: Built during the 17th century, San Geronimo became part of San Juan's first line of defense. San Geronimo was built to replace the original Boquerón that was used by the Spanish to defend the city of San Juan from attacks by Sir Francis Drake in 1595 and George Clifford in 1598 who managed to destroy it. 

Plaza Darsena is located right outside the city walls near the beautiful Paseo La Princesa it is a lively place filled with food and souvenir vendors. Plaza Darsena is great place for seniors to gather, on Saturday nights they gather to play dominoes and dance to live music.