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San Juan, Puerto Rico
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San Juan, Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico (US Territory)


About

San Juan is Puerto Rico's historic capital — a US territory with cobblestone streets, El Morro Fort, El Yunque Rainforest, and vibrant salsa culture.


Nearest Airport

Luis Munoz Marin Intl (SJU)


Cruise Line that Stops Here

Royal Caribbean; Celebrity; Norwegian; Princess; Holland America; MSC; Disney; Carnival


Best Time to Visit

Year-round (avoid hurricane season Jun-Nov)


Shore Excursion Highlights

Explore Old San Juan cobblestone streets; tour Castillo San Felipe del Morro (El Morro Fort); El Yunque Rainforest day trip; visit La Fortaleza; Salsa dancing lesson


Distance from Ship to Town

Walkable from pier to Old San Juan; free trolley available


Safety Tips

Puerto Rico is a US territory - very safe for tourists; Old San Juan has uneven cobblestones (wear flat shoes); stay in the tourist zones at night; can get very hot and humid


Local Tips

Old San Juan is walkable from the pier - take the free trolley to the top then walk down; try a mofongo at a local restaurant not at the pier; rum factory tour at Bacardi is excellent


Food and Drinks Highlights

Mofongo; tostones; lechon; alcapurrias; coquito; Medalla beer; rum


Shopping Tips

Old San Juan shops for rum; cigars; local art; Plaza Las Americas mall (largest in Caribbean) nearby


Family Friendly

Yes


Currency

USD


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