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San Juan, Puerto Rico
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San Juan
Puerto Rico

San Juan cruise port is located in the capital of Puerto Rico, a territory of the United States. The port of San Juan is also a boarding port for several Caribbean cruises. The city is made up of the old San Juan and its historical monuments and the new San Juan, the center of business and where there are many hotels.

The city was founded in 1521 by the explorer Ponce de Leon. Its unique culture has been influenced by Spanish and African culture.

The arrival by boat in San Juan is beautiful. It shows the fortifications and the fort of San Juan dating from 1539.

Useful Information

Language

English and Spanish

Currency

USD
United States dollar - Most restaurants, shops and attractions accept credit cards and ATMs are easy to find.

Currency Converters:  
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XE

Time difference

UTC: -5

from New York: 0h

from San Francisco: +2h

from London: -5h

Tips

A 15% tip will be appreciated in restaurants.

Weather
°C °F

MonthTemperature (Celsius)Temperature (Fahrenheit)Precipitations
Minimum
Average
Maximum
(mminch)
January
2373
2577
2882
873.50
February
2272
2577
2984
562.25
March
2170
2679
2984
552.25
April
2373
2679
3086
1054.25
May
2475
2781
3188
1485.75
June
2577
2882
3188
1154.50
July
2577
2882
3188
1224.75
August
2577
2882
3290
1425.50
September
2577
2882
3290
1465.75
October
2475
2882
3188
1435.75
November
2373
2781
3086
1566.25
December
2272
2679
2984
1224.75

Where is locate the Port of San Juan Cruise Terminal

The port of San Juan is located directly at the foot of the old town. So you can easily walk around. As San Juan is located on a hill, make sure you have good shoes and are in good physical condition.

Travelling around the San Juan Cruise Port

How to get from San Juan airport to the port

The airport is located 13 kilometres from the port. The journey takes about 20 minutes, but it is best to allow 45 minutes to take into account possible traffic jams.

The taxi ride will cost you between $22 and $25.

Shuttles and private transport can be booked in advance.

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A free trolley allows you to tour the historic centre of Old San Juan and go to the fort.

It is possible to rent a car. The companies Budget, Enterprise and Avis and other independent offers the service.

Taxis are available at the port.
If you choose to rent a car, compare prices and save with rentalcars.com.

Activities in San Juan

Landmarks

St John the Baptist Cathedral

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The Cathedral contains the tomb of the Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de Leon.

San Jose Church

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The Church of San Jose is an example of 16th century Gothic architecture.

Historical sites

El Morro

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The oldest Spanish fort in the New World and is a UNESCO protected site.

Castillo San Cristobal

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Fort San Cristobal, another UNESCO site, is one of the most imposing fortifications in the New World.

La Fortaleza

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The Fortaleza was built to defend the port and is now the official residence of the Governor of Puerto Rico.

San Juan Gate

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The San Juan Gate is the only entrance to the old city still existing.

Museums

Cuartel de Ballaja Museum

This museum presents ancient artifacts from the Caribbean and Europe.

Casa del libro

A museum with a collection of more than 5,000 manuscripts.

Museo del arte

A museum showcasing Puerto Rico’s cultural richness

Casa Blanca

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La Casa Blanca is a museum about national history.

Nature

Cabezas de San Juan Natural reserve

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The Cabezas de San Juan Nature Reserve offers a unique spectacle in the evening when the lagoon becomes luminescent because of the flogged (microorganisms) that are found in the water.

El Yunque Rainforest

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Activities

Caguas Botanical garden

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Casa Bacardi

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Visit the Bacardi distillery.

Excursions in San Juan

For walking tours, be sure to wear comfortable shoes and be in good physical shape.

  • History and cuisine of San Juan on foot: See the historical monuments on your way to a restaurant where you will attend a culinary demonstration.
  • A walk in San Juan: A bus will take you to the fortress you will visit and then a walking tour of San Juan will take you back to the port.
  • Latin dance show
  • Ziplines over the jungle
  • All-terrain vehicle tours

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