If there were ever a busy, bustling town to be found in the Caribbean it is San Juan. Not only is it the the capital city of Puerto Rico and the most populous city on the island, but it is the top tourist destination as well. The area surrounding the town is what is considered to be the San Juan metropolitan area, and under this blanket there is a variety of styles that cater to every type of visitor imaginable. If you can't find a certain activity to do in San Juan, chances are one of the cities in the surrounding are can take care of it for you.
Within the confines of San Juan is Old San Juan, a historic city that is a must see on your sightseeing tour. Over in Condado is where you'll find the best luxury shopping. Shopping is a top activity because it is completely duty free to tourists from the United States, and there are many deals to be found in this trendy area of the city. From the harbor, you can find ways to participate in any number of water sports, and when the sun sets you won't be disappointed by the exhilarating nightlife scene which features gourmet restaurants, eclectic clubs, and numerous casinos.
San Juan is avery busy area, so do not expect to many prime dive sites nearby. However, the convenience of the city may be enough for some divers.
You'll find 4 dive services and a small number of interesting dive sites in the area. To navigate to our full guide to diving in this area, click here.
The seas around San Juan are known for their deep depths that harbour many large fish. Traveling anglers will find plenty of services at the ready to take them out and try their luck against these large fish.
If you have some avid fishermen vacationing with you, they're in luck -- they can catch some fish with one of the 10 charter operators in this area. You can read this article regarding fishing in the area if you're looking for additional details.
Enjoy playing golf? There are a pair of golf courses in the area. The courses in the area are Fort Buchanan Golf Club and Río Bayamón Golf Course. For more detail concerning the course, including location, number of holes, and more click on the course name. For more in-depth coverage of this topic, see this guide, which discusses golfing throughout Puerto Rico.
Be sure to look through the chart below for information concerning local providers that will help you spend some time on the open water.
Name | Phone | Location |
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Castillo Tours | (787) 791-6195 | 2.2 mi. East-Northeast of Central San Juan |
Sail Old San Juan | (787) 340-7567 | 1.9 mi. East of Old San Juan |
Sail San Juan Bay | (787) 667-7778 | 1.0 mi. East of Old San Juan |
San Juan Water Tours | (787) 624-6295 | 0.6 mi. East of Old San Juan |
If you want to find out about nearby marinas and charter operators use this link.
If you're going to be traveling with some people who love to shop they might enjoy browsing some of the area's 85 retail stores. To visit our full guide to shopping in San Juan, visit this page.
You should plan on spending a day exploring the sights and culture of San Juan. The area has 20 historic sites and various other attractions of interest to visitors Travelers who enjoy natural surroundings will often enjoy the area's waterfalls and outdoor parks. Anyone needing to find more details about area sightseeing opportunities can do so by clicking on this link.
Details concerning a firm that can show you the most interesting local sights can be found here:
Name | Type | Phone | Location |
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Aeromar Travel & Tours | Excursions and Sightseeing Service | (787) 757-2207 | Little London |
Atlantic San Juan Tours | Excursions and Sightseeing Service | (787) 644-9841 | Central San Juan |
Aventuras Tierra Adentro | Nature Tourism Service | (787) 766-0470 | Central San Juan |
Castillo Travel & Tours | Excursions and Sightseeing Service | (787) 791-6195 | 2.2 mi. East-Northeast of Central San Juan |
Eggie Travel & Tours | Excursions and Sightseeing Service | (787) 776-4444 | Carolina, Eastern part of San Juan |
Johnny Tours | Excursions and Sightseeing Service | (787) 717-5344 | Ocean Park |
Pandora Tour Puerto Rico | Excursions and Sightseeing Service | (347) 414-0228 | 3.5 mi. East of Central San Juan |
Rico Suntours Inc | Travel and Tour Operators | (787) 722-2080 | Ocean Park |
Segway Tours | Excursions and Sightseeing Service | -- | Old San Juan |
Spoon Food Tours | Excursions and Sightseeing Service | (787) 598-6008 | Old San Juan |
If you love snorkeling there's good news -- you'll have the chance during your vacation in San Juan. Readers can obtain more information about opportunities to go snorkeling by following this link.
Going to a spa might be one of the most memorable parts of your entire vacation. Spa-goers will find plenty of options, considering that there are 11 spas that operate in this area. Visit this page concerning spas in the area if you'd like to find more details.
If you're a tennis player your best bet is to make your reservations at a hotel that has a tennis court. Fortunately, there are 4 properties in the area that offer tennis.
The table below may help with your planning. At a glance, you can see the number of courts available, whether lighting is available for evening play, and some other helpful details. Click on each name to read more details concerning the property.
Property | Location | Tennis Courts | Lit Courts | Tennis Pro |
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Caribe Hilton | 1.9 mi. Northwest of Central San Juan | 4 | ![]() |
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El San Juan Resort & Casino, a Hilton Hotel | 3.4 mi. East of Central San Juan | 4 | ||
Ritz-Carlton San Juan Hotel, Spa, & Casino | 3.8 mi. East of Central San Juan | 2 | ![]() |
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Condado Plaza Hilton | 1.5 mi. North-Northwest of Central San Juan | 2 | ![]() |
For instance, Caribe Hilton is located directly on the beach, where you can go and relax between games.
Check out this table for information about other activities. for information concerning one other option. for information concerning other activities.
Name | Type | Phone | Location |
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15 Knots Kiteboarding School | Kitesurfing Operator | (787) 215-5667 | Isla Verde, Eastern part of San Juan |
Akuadventures Glass Bottom Kayaks | Jet Ski Rental Service | (787) 340-8807 | Ocean Park |
Aqua Sports Kayaks and Surf Shops | Watersports Equipment Shop | (787) 782-6735 | Hato Rey, Southern part of San Juan |
Bahia Urbana | Scenic Trail | (787) 722-3309 | 0.7 mi. East of Old San Juan |
BodyPlex Caparra | Fitness Centers and Instructors | (787) 705-9970 | Southwestern part of San Juan |
Caribbean Cinemas - Fine Arts Miramar | Movie Theater | (787) 721-4288 | 1.4 mi. Northwest of Central San Juan |
Caribbean Cinemas - Plaza Escorial | Movie Theater | (787) 757-6181 | 2.5 mi. West of Central Carolina |
Coliseo de Puerto Rico | Concert Halls and Performing Arts Centers | (787) 294-0001 | Hato Rey, Central San Juan |
Cupey Bowling & Entertainment Center Inc | Bowling Center | (787) 292-7144 | 3.8 mi. East-Northeast of Central Guaynabo |
De Jesus Watercraft | Jet Ski Rental Service | (787) 422-0973 | Miramar |
Hato Rey Cinemas | Movie Theater | (787) 767-0374 | 1.5 mi. South-Southwest of Central San Juan |
Hiram Bithorn Stadium | Sporting Event Venue | (787) 294-1037 | Hato Rey, Central San Juan |
It's Yoga Puerto Rico | Fitness Centers and Instructors | (787) 677-7585 | Ocean Park, Northeastern part of San Juan |
Julian Massage | Massage Therapist | (939) 639-4124 | Hato Rey |
La Respuesta | Concert Halls and Performing Arts Centers | (787) 268-5287 | Condado District |
Olympus Fitness Club | Fitness Centers and Instructors | (787) 784-4291 | Miramar |
Roberto Clemente Coliseum | Sporting Event Venue | (787) 294-1037 | 1.7 mi. South of Central San Juan |
Serenety Massage Esthetic | Massage Therapist | (787) 281-8673 | Ocean Park |
Tapia Theater | Movie Theater | -- | Old San Juan |
Weisner Cinema | Movie Theater | (787) 721-1273 | 1.4 mi. Northeast of Central San Juan |
YMCA De San Juan | Fitness Centers and Instructors | (787) 728-7200 | Ocean Park, Southeastern part of San Juan |
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