Top Puerto Rico Culture

Avoid the crowds and impersonal feel of big group dance events and feel like a VIP for an evening. This salsa experience at Condado Beach promises an unforgettable dancing session under the stars with ocean breezes, soft sand, and glowing city lights creating an intimate vibe that is perfect for those seeking a memorable evening beyond the typical nightlife scene.

Experience the thrill of eight exhilarating zip lines at Rainforest Zipline Park in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. Starting with beginner-friendly lines and building up to one of the longest and highest in the Eastern region, you'll glide through lush rainforest scenery, led by guides who ensure your safety and fun. All necessary equipment, including helmets and safety harnesses, is provided; just bring your sense of adventure.

Explore the captivating charm of Old San Juan in just one hour as you stroll through its historic streets lined with colorful colonial buildings and discover the stories of this centuries-old city. Follow our tour guide as we wander the streets of Old San Juan on this concise walking tour of the most iconic places in this beautiful city. We will explore the landmarks on Tetuán and Cristo Streets and provide details about the Capilla del Cristo (Christ Chapel), La Fortaleza (Governor's Mansion), the San Juan Cathedral and much more.

Explore the colorful buildings and charming streets of Old San Juan in a small group with the help of writer David Rodríguez, author of *The Rise and Fall of the Great Barbate*. Discover the area’s key historic sites and gain new insight into Puerto Rican culture. It’s a great opportunity to learn about the many stories of the people who helped to define this unique neighborhood.

El Yunque Rainforest is Puerto Rico’s largest nature reserve and as difficult to explore independently as any other tropical rainforest. Drive yourself to meet your guide in Fajardo and then follow your guide's vehicle into the rainforest. Discover it with a guide on this fun forest hike to two different waterfalls, one with a rope swing and free diving, the second with a natural rock waterslide and a cliff jump. Learn about the rainforest’s history, wildlife and trees as you hike.

Discover the culture, lifestyle, and street art of Puerto Rico on this small-group guided tour. After a city tour in Old San Juan, with a stop at all the main sites, head to the coastal town of Loiza, known for its African culture. End the tour in San Juan's Santurce neighborhood, and learn more about street art during a walking tour of the murals and graffiti in the area.

Get your hips moving and experience Puerto Rican culture during this beginner salsa class. Meet your instructor at a centrally located park for your outdoor lesson and learn basic salsa steps to rhythmic music. Breathe in the fresh air while you dance and after your lesson, take your newfound skills to the dance floor.

Heighten your senses to the natural beauty of Puerto Rico on a horseback riding tour that takes you off the beaten path. This tour allows you to escape the urban crowds and canter along secluded beaches, tropical forests, and the azure waters of the Caribbean Sea. Plus, you don’t need any previous riding experience to enjoy this activity.

Learn about Old and New San Juan aboard a vintage-style trolley on Puerto Rico's only trolley train tour. This informative sightseeing experience features historic landmarks, colorful plazas, and scenic waterfront views, with live guided commentary and prime photo opportunities. Please note the trolley does not enter the narrow streets of Old San Juan. Those areas are best explored on foot and may be visited independently before or after the tour. This is Perfect for travelers short on time; it's a fast-track experience to Puerto Rico's best sights. Our friendly guide shares fascinating stories about the city's 500-year-old history, local culture, and hidden gems, so you don't miss a thing. Whether it's your first visit or you just want a new way to see the city, this trolley tour is the easiest and most exciting way to get to know San Juan!

While in the Caribbean, rum is more than just a drink, it’s a culture. Embrace this culture and take home the skills you need to make your own fashionable drinks with this Caribbean Mixology Class at Ron del Barrilito Distillery. You’ll have your own bartending station as you learn to make three classic drinks from some of the top masters of the area.

Explore the underwater world of Puerto Rico on a guided snorkeling adventure. Receive a lesson from a professional diver and enjoy a hassle-free outing with all the equipment you need. Then swim through the tropical waters off Guaynabo and see brilliantly-colored tropical fish, sea turtles, and other marine creatures. Afterward, revisit your experience with a GoPro video of your snorkeling excursion included in the tour price.

Take a night kayaking tour from Las Croabas, through the mangrove channels of Las Cabezas de San Juan Nature Reserve to Laguna Grande. Here you can find the billions of microscopic plankton that live in the water and light up at the touch of your hand to create a beautiful, iridescent glow in the water. Learn about this natural phenomenon and its fragile ecosystem from your informative guide as you paddle through the lagoon. Please note the weight limit is 240 pounds per person.

Experience one of the most magical natural phenomenons in Puerto Rico during a kayak tour of a bioluminescent lagoon. Exploring in a kayak lets you get closer to the illuminated plankton, which produce blue-green light every time you move through the water with your paddle and kayak.

On this tour you’ll learn about out culture by hearing live documentary from a license tour guide, we will explain the history of the island from the ancestors Taino until the modern days being a US territory, will walk with you on the trail to help identify tree species and spot wildlife native to the island, weather permitting we may have and opportunity to cool off at the Rio mameyes with water temperatures average 70 degrees Fahrenheit that feels so refreshing!

Venture into the heart of Puerto Rico’s lush El Yunque rainforest during this small-group, half-day excursion from the San Juan area. Following morning pickup directly from your hotel, travel via air-conditioned vehicle into the forest, where you’ll go for a hike through the foliage, and learn more about the wildlife that calls El Yunque home. Next, swim in natural pool, go cliff-diving and rope-swinging if you dare, and admire the waterfalls.

Discover the highlights of Old San Juan on a half-day guided sightseeing and shopping tour. Follow your guide around the charming streets, passing landmarks like the original city gate, Castillo San Felipe de Morro, and the Metropolitan Cathedral Basilica of Saint John the Baptist. After the tour, enjoy 2 hours at leisure to explore on your own and try local dishes and drinks. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Enjoy a taste of the Caribbean during a hands-on mixology at Casa BACARDI, the Puerto Rican home of BACARDI rum. Sip on a welcome cocktail, then learn to craft, shake, and sip BACARDI cocktails alongside a mixologist. Note: guests must be 18 years or older to participate.

Discover Puerto Rico's stunning landscapes and underwater world on this half-day snorkeling tour. Choose the morning tour to visit Vieques, home to a sea turtle colony, or the afternoon tour to swim in the crystal-clear waters of the Cordillera Keys Nature Reserve and Icacos. Both tours include all equipment provided, plus guides to help identify the tropical species that you see. After snorkeling, enjoy a delicious lunch and an open bar, with soft drinks, water, and Puerto Rican rum.

See the city lights of Puerto Rico on this night kayak excursion on the Condado Lagoon. You’ll be in a top-notch kayaks equipped with navigation lights, which you’ll turn on when the sun goes down. You can also paint your face and body with glow in the dark paint, so you’ll light up when the sun goes down, too. Have a blast seeing Puerto Rico in a whole new way.

Head to the atmospheric Hacienda Santa Ana estate just outside San Juan for a rum tasting experience with both style and class, courtesy of Ron del Barrilito rum, which has been crafted here since 1880. After a welcome cocktail, tour the hacienda and learn about the heritage and art behind the rums. Then, sit down for a tutored tasting of four separate rums, including the limited edition Five Stars.

Explore Old San Juan from the comfort of a stylish golf cart, perfect for those who want to experience the city's vibrant culture without the strain of walking. This 1.5 hour tour takes you through colorful cobblestone streets, historic landmarks, and scenic viewpoints, while indulging in local delicacies like crispy alcapurrias and piña coladas. Ideal for families, cruise passengers, and visitors with mobility concerns, this ride allows you to savor the sights and tastes of Puerto Rico's iconic city. With refreshments included and stops for photos, you’ll connect with Old San Juan in a unique way. Most tours are operated privately for your group. However, for smaller parties of fewer than five guests, you may occasionally share the golf cart with other friendly travelers. - 1.5-hour guided golf cart tour of Old San Juan - Enjoy local bites and refreshing drinks during the ride - Family-friendly; car seats available for children - Comfortable and accessible for all mobility levels

Discover the fascinating history behind Old San Juan’s iconic landmarks on this two-and-a-half-hour walking tour. A local guide will walk you through Puerto Rico’s rich history, culture, and nature as we visit landmarks including El Castillo San Felipe del Morro Fort, San Juan Cathedral, the Governor’s Mansion, and the San Juan Gate. Local guides are fluent in both English and Spanish.

Stroll through the cobblestone streets of Old San Juan, where you'll visit historic forts, churches, and plazas. Learn about the city's colonial past and its strategic importance in the Caribbean. Immerse yourself in the vibrant history and culture of Puerto Rico with Dr. José Morales, a seasoned historian with a PhD in History of America, specializing in Puerto Rican and Caribbean history. With over 15 years of experience teaching history, culture, and social sciences at various universities in Puerto Rico, Dr. Morales offers an in-depth exploration of the island's heritage, from its indigenous roots to its African influences.