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Taste Old San Juan & La Perla: 4-Course Local Food & History Tour
Puerto Rico
$144
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Old San Juan and La Perla invite you to indulge in the vibrant flavors and rich history of Puerto Rico on a captivating food walking tour. Guided by a knowledgeable local, this small-group adventure weaves together culinary delights and the stories that define the island.
- 🏷️ Small-Group Food Tour: Enjoy an intimate experience with a certified guide, perfect for immersing yourself in Puerto Rican culture.
- 🍽️ Authentic Food Tastings: Savor traditional dishes like mofongo, alcapurrias, and empanadillas, paired with refreshing local drinks.
- ☕ Indulge in 100% Puerto Rican coffee or tea at a historic café within the stunning Hotel El Convento, dating back to the 1600s.
- 🌊 Experience breathtaking ocean views while dining at a local restaurant in La Perla, the iconic neighborhood famous for its vibrant culture.
- 🏛️ Learn about the rich history of Old San Juan, including tales of the Taíno, African, and Spanish influences on its cuisine.
- 🌅 Stroll along the picturesque malecón of La Perla, gaining a unique perspective of Old San Juan’s historic walls and coastline.
- 🍹 Conclude your tour on Calle San Sebastián with a refreshing mojito, while discovering the lively Fiestas de la Calle San Sebastián.
- 🕒 Enjoy a 3-hour guided experience, available on Monday, Thursday, and Friday, with a friendly guide fluent in English.
- 🚶♂️ Suitable for those with a moderate level of physical fitness, this tour ensures a delightful exploration of Puerto Rican street food culture.
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Weekdats
4 drinks, appetizer and lunch
4 drinks, appetizer and lunch
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours
- A tasting of classic Puerto Rican fritters including alcapurrias or empanadillas.
- 100% Puerto Rican coffee or tea
- A piña colada, a mojito, and a pitorro shot or local beer (non-alcoholic options available).
- A traditional tasting of mofongo with amarillos, tostones, and rice and beans.
Meeting point
Plaza de la Catedral
153 Calle del Cristo
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Please meet your guide in Plaza de la Catedral, directly in front of the Cathedral of San Juan Bautista. Your guide will be waiting next to the large tree in the center of the plaza, wearing a gray shirt with the Bori Local Tours logo.
Return details
End point:
Calle San Sebastián
San Juan, Puerto Rico
The tour ends on Calle San Sebastián, one of the most vibrant streets in Old San Juan, where guests can continue exploring nearby bars, restaurants, and historic sites.
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Plaza de la CatedralBegin the tour in the heart of Old San Juan at Plaza de la Catedral, one of the oldest and most historic plazas in the city. Here we’ll take a few minutes to introduce ourselves, get to know the group, and set the stage for the experience ahead. While surrounded by centuries-old architecture, you’ll learn about the origins of Old San Juan and the role this plaza has played in the city’s history.
- Learn the history of catedral San Juan Bautista. (pass by)
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Step inside the historic Hotel El Convento, a beautifully preserved former convent that dates back to the 1600s. Here we’ll visit a coffee shop and local food market located inside the hotel to enjoy Puerto Rican coffee while learning about the island’s agricultural traditions, including coffee, sugarcane, and tobacco.
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Learn about the favorite drink of the pirates! Have a FREE mojito and try the delicious alcapurria. (Local puertorican Fritter)
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Calle San SebastianEnd the tour on Calle San Sebastián, one of the most lively and historic streets in Old San Juan. Here we’ll wrap up the experience with a refreshing mojito, while learning about the famous Fiestas de la Calle San Sebastián, the largest cultural festival in the Caribbean.
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Visit the iconic oceanfront community of La Perla, located just outside the historic city walls. This is where we’ll enjoy our main Puerto Rican food tasting, dining at a beautiful local restaurant with views of the Atlantic Ocean. Taste traditional comida criolla such as mofongo while learning how Taíno, African, and Spanish influences shaped Puerto Rican cuisine. We’ll also walk along La Perla’s famous malecón, hear the story of this unique neighborhood, and see Old San Juan’s historic walls from a completely different perspective.
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Stop on this lively street to taste traditional Puerto Rican fritters such as alcapurrias or empanadillas while enjoying a cold local beer and learning about the island’s vibrant street food culture.
- As we make our way toward La Perla, we’ll pass by the famous Castillo San Felipe del Morro, one of the most iconic fortresses in the Caribbean and part of the San Juan National Historic Site. Along the walk you’ll enjoy views of the dramatic coastline and see other historic landmarks that help tell the story of Old San Juan. (pass by)
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Taste Old San Juan & La Perla: 4-Course Local Food & History Tour
Puerto Rico
$144
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!