San Juan in 2 days

Planning a trip to San Juan? Our experienced travel editors break down the town so you can make the most of your stay. Let these itineraries be your guide, whether you're here for a weekend or a whole week.

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Day 1
1 Visit El Morro and take a long, scenic walk along the ramparts.
2 Grab a bite to eat at La Fonda del Jibarito.
3 Alternate the afternoon between Old San Juan’s historic sights, like San Juan Bautista Catedraland San Cristobal, and museums like el Museo de Arte e Historia.
4 Dine along Calle Fortaleza, either at Dragon Fly or Trois Cent Onze.
5 Dance it off at the Nuyorican Café.

Day 2
1 Grab breakfast at La Bombonera.
2 Visit the Bacardi Rum Factory.
3 Move to the beach at Isla Verde, stopping for a snack at Casa Dante.
4 A late dinner at Perla is in order, followed by a night at the El San Juan casino.