5 days in San Juan Itinerary

Founded by the Spanish in 1521, San Juan is the oldest city under U.S. jurisdiction and one of the oldest in the Americas.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Paseo de la Princesa and Playa Luquillo. You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Balneario Luquillo and La Guancha de Ponce. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around San Juan: Museo de Arte de Ponce (in Ponce), Fajardo (Cayo Icacos & Kayaking & Canoeing) and Cascada La Mina (La Mina Falls) (in El Yunque National Forest). There's more to do: stroll the grounds of Santa Maria Magdalena de Pazzis Cemetery and stroll through Condado Beach.

To find reviews, photos, and other tourist information, use the San Juan online route planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiport is Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. In August, daytime highs in San Juan are 89°F, while nighttime lows are 78°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Wed) to allow enough time to travel back home.