8 days in San Juan Itinerary

Founded by the Spanish in 1521, San Juan is the oldest city under U.S.

Escape the urban bustle at Luquillo Beach and La Cueva del Indio. Discover out-of-the-way places like La Mina Falls and Zipline. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around San Juan: El Yunque National Forest (Yokahu Observation Tower & La Coca Falls), Luquillo (Adrenaline & Extreme Tours, Monserrate Beach, & more) and Kayaking & Canoeing (in Fajardo). Next up on the itinerary: head off the coast to Palomino Island, kick back and relax at Carolina Beach, stroll the grounds of San Juan Cemetery, and get engrossed in the history at Cathedral of San Juan Bautista.

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If you are flying in from United States, the closest major airport is Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. Expect a daytime high around 85°F in March, and nighttime lows around 73°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Wed) so you can travel back home.