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Walking Guided Tour of History and Myths of Old San Juan 10% OFF
$180.00
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Overview
Old San Juan offers a unique blend of history and captivating stories. This guided walking tour invites you to stroll through the charming streets while uncovering the city’s rich cultural heritage.
- 🏛️ Discover Paseo de la Princesa, one of the world's most scenic walkways, featuring historical sites and statues that narrate the island's past.
- 🏰 Visit La Fortaleza - Palacio de Santa Catalina, the official residence of Puerto Rico's governors, and learn about its significant role as the first fortification in San Juan harbor.
- ⛪ Explore Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista, the oldest cathedral in the United States, housing the tomb of Juan Ponce de León, a key figure in Puerto Rican history.
- 🚪 Walk through La Puerta de San Juan, the main entry into the walled city during the Spanish colonial era, standing 16 feet tall and 20 feet thick.
- 🗿 Admire La Rogativa, a stunning bronze sculpture that commemorates a historical procession during an invasion by the British in 1797.
- 🏛️ Pass by El Bastion, built for added defense next to Castillo San Felipe del Morro, which later served as barracks for soldiers in the 1800s.
- 🏢 Learn about Cuartel de Ballaja, constructed in 1854 for the Spanish Infantry, which housed 1000 soldiers and transitioned to a hospital during WWII.
- 🌟 Enjoy a bilingual tour led by a knowledgeable human guide, providing insights into the city's rich history and culture.
- 💼 Gratuity is included, ensuring a seamless experience throughout your journey.
- ♿ Wheelchair accessible and pram-friendly, making it suitable for all visitors.
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Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Bilingual Tour
- Gratuity
Meeting point
Please wait at Plaza Colon taxi stand.
Return details
Please wait at Plaza Colon taxi stand.
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Paseo de la PrincesaPaseo de la Princesa is considered one of the most scenic walkways in the world. This promenade is imporant because of the important historical sites and statues along the walkway.
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La Fortaleza - Palacio de Santa CatalinaLa Fortaleza (The Fortress) is the official residence of the governors of Puerto Rico. La Fortaleza was the first fortification built in San Juan harbor. The original tower, now called Torre del Homenaje, or "tower of homage," still stands; its name derives from an island tradition in which the resident governor climbs to the top of the tower to pledge a solemn oath of loyalty and courage during dangerous times.
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Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan BautistaThe cathedral is one of the oldest buildings in San Juan, and the oldest cathedral in the United States, and is the second oldest cathedral in the Americas. The building of the San Juan Cathedral was part of the establishment and spread of Catholicism on the island. The cathedral contains the tomb of the Spanish explorer and settlement founder Juan Ponce de León.
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La Puerta de San JuanAlso known as the (Old Entrance of San Juan), the gate was built in 1635, this gate was the main entry into the walled city during its Spanish colonial era. It is 16 feet tall and 20 feet thick and leads you to the romantic Paseo La Princesa.
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La RogativaLa Rogativa, one of the most beautiful sculptures in Old San Juan, takes center stage at the plaza. The sculpture was made out of bronze. Rogativa means “The Procession”, which tells the legend about a Catholic Bishop and his companions who made a procession in faith holding crosses, torches, and chanting during an invasion by the British on the city in 1797.
- Built in 1521, it was the residence for Juan Ponce de León and his family. Now serves as a museum. (pass by)
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El BastionThe Bastion was built next to Castillo San Felipe del Morro and it was meant as an added defense to the fort. In the 1800s, this bastion served as barracks for the soldiers.
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Cuartel de BallajaBuilt in 1854 and used until 1898 by the Spaniards. The Cuartel was built as barracks for the Spanish Infantry. It was made to house 1000 soldiers and their families. After the 1898 invasion by the US Army, the US infantry occupied the Cuartel de Ballajá until 1936. During the Second World War, this structure became a hospital.
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Walking Guided Tour of History and Myths of Old San Juan 10% OFF
$180.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
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