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.

Get out of town with these interesting San Juan side-trips: Playa Luquillo (in Luquillo), Museo de Arte de Ponce (in Ponce) and El Yunque National Forest (in El Yunque National Forest). There's still lots to do: contemplate the long history of Sitio Histórico de San Juan, sample the fine beverages at Casa Bacardi Puerto Rico, get to know the fascinating history of Paseo de la Princesa, and shake up your sightseeing with a climbing tour.

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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.