Top Puerto Rico Culture

Stroll the cobblestone streets of Old San Juan without worrying about losing your way on this cocktail and history tour. Visit a few bars to learn about why Puerto Rico is considered the Rum Capital of the World, and sip rum-infused cocktails at each locally loved location. Plus, a small group ensures personalized attention.

One of the best ways to explore Condado Lagoon is by kayak. This rental allows you to explore the lagoon at your own pace, without the hassle of waiting for others to catch up. Grab your one- or two-person kayak, and sail out into the calm waters of the lagoon. Admire the scenes of Old San Juan and keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife such as manatees.

Live out your island castaway fantasies as you visit the deserted tropical island of Cayo Icacos from San Juan on this catamaran sailing cruise. Escape the crowds on land and sail into the aquamarine waters of the Caribbean, admiring views of the El Yunque mountains in the distance, before arriving at the nature preserve of Icacos for a leisurely day of swimming, snorkeling, lunch, and rum cocktails.

Get a flavor of Old San Juan with this highlights tour. Follow your guide as you learn about the history surrounding the Capitol building and El Morro. Then, hop in a vehicle and drive to the Bacardi Rum Distillery for a full tour of the factory. Great for guests wanting a busy day of sightseeing with the option to sit back with an alcoholic drink at the end.

A gentle, easy level rainforest hike that leads to a crystal clear natural pool, perfect for families, seniors, and beginners. No special footwear is needed since the trail is smooth enough for sandals, yet immersive enough to feel the rainforest come alive around you. As you walk, you’ll hear the river guiding you, sometimes soft and sometimes louder depending on the mountain’s rainfall, creating a peaceful soundtrack that welcomes you into El Yunque’s heart. When you reach the natural pool and take your first dip in its refreshing waters, you’ll feel why this place is one of the most magical ways to meet El Yunque for the very first time. It’s the kind of moment that stays with you long after you leave. To complete the experience, we finish the day at the famous Luquillo Kiosks, where you can enjoy local cuisine right by the beach before heading back.

Get your bearings in Ponce with this small-group walking tour, led by a local guide. You'll visit sites such as the Parque de Bombas, the Centro Cultural Carmen Sola de Pereira de Ponce, the Ponce History Museum, and the Cathedral of our Lady of Guadalupe, with your guide on hand to tell you all about the cultural and historical significance of each sight.

Enjoy a new perspective on Old San Juan—and soak up Caribbean breezes and sunset views—aboard this evening boat tour. Following pickup at select local hotels, hop aboard the boat and find a comfortable seat on the deck. Then, spy highlights like Paseo De La Princesa, La Fortaleza, the San Juan City Walls, and more, all while the sun goes down. Light refreshments and alcoholic drinks are available on board.

Get ready to get active on this trip to El Yunque. Follow your guide on a hike through the rainforest and onto hidden pools and slides. Jump, swim and make memories in these natural water features. Bring down the adrenaline with a stop at Playa Luquillo, where you can choose your lunch at one of the oldest markets in Puerto Rico. Perfect for trying local dishes and unwinding after a busy morning.

Stroll through San Juan's evening twilight in the company of a guide, stopping to taste traditional Puerto Rican dishes, on this 3-hour food tour. Make up to five stops focused on family-run establishments and local ingredients, tasting at each one. Your guide will show you hidden gems that you might not ordinarily find on your own and orient you to the culinary culture and history of San Juan.

Enjoy the thrills of riding a 4WD through a private ranch on this all-terrain vehicle (ATV) adventure. With a guide in the lead, you and a passenger will feel safe and comfortable navigating over rough terrain. Get views of mountains, coastal plains, limestone formations, and mangrove forests in the Puerto Rican countryside, taking small breaks to listen to your guide's narrative. Finish up at a hilltop bar for a mojito (own expense).

“3 Tours in 1 Day” This tour bundle visits 3 must see locations in the Island. 1st Discover the rich history of Old San Juan on a hop-on, hop-off tour, 2nd explore tru the lush trails & visit two natural waterslides in El Yunque Rainforest, and 3rd visit Los Kioskos Beach a beautiful and fun spot for relaxation and Puerto Rican cuisine. All with convenient Round-trip transportation. This is the ultimate island day experience. Join us! Reserve your spot, We do the rest!

Explore the charming district of Old San Juan in a golf cart. Cover more ground than a walking tour and avoid the physical strain and heat. Refresh yourself with iced water from the onboard cooler. The tour lasts about 100 to 120 minutes, allowing more time at each stop for photos and sightseeing. The windowless sides guarantee unobstructed views throughout the ride.

See brilliant marine life and vibrant coral reefs on a guided snorkeling adventure in Culebra. After boarding your vessel, head to the nature reserve and explore two or three sprawling reefs that are home to wildlife like yellowtail snapper, eagle rays, and more. Relax on beautiful beaches, enjoy a light lunch included in the tour price, and dive back in for more snorkeling.

Get a deeper look at Puerto Rican culture and experience San Juan like a local on this immersive private tour. Discover sights from street art and murals, bars and restaurants, to 16th-century forts. Hit tourist areas including Ocean Park, explore the 500-year-old city of Old San Juan, and see La Perla where the Despacito music video was filmed.

Turn a visit to Culebra into a smooth, all-in-one island escape on this high-speed catamaran day trip from Fajardo. Instead of arranging boats, meals, and beach time separately, cruise out for a full day of snorkeling over coral reefs and relaxing on pristine beaches. Optional round-trip transportation from Old San Juan, Condado, or Isla Verde makes getting there just as easy as the day itself.

Experience the sparkling waters of Puerto Rico’s bioluminescent bay on this boat ride from La Parguera. Make your way to the dock and join a small group aboard your vessel for a ride across the sparkling waters. Then take a dip in the waters and see the microscopic organisms glimmering all around you before heading back to shore.

Paddle a kayak through the peaceful waters of Fajardo's mangroves on the way to the Bioluminescent Bay during this evening tour. You are provided with all equipment and instruction, so even beginners can participate. Follow your guide's lead and listen to in-depth commentary as you travel, arriving at the Bioluminescent Bay at dark to see the water light up beneath you.

Capture memories on this private photography walking tour through Old San Juan's historic streets. Pose at photogenic sites with colonial architecture and vibrant plazas. Receive 20 digital photos via a private online gallery within 5 to 10 days, perfect for families, couples, and creatives seeking more than snapshots.

Learn about the essential Puerto Rican art of Salsa dancing during this 1-hour class in San Juan. Suitable for both beginners and those who are looking to polish their skills, this class will let you understand the musical and rhythmic soul of Puerto Rican culture.

Experience the old and the new in the atmospheric neighborhood of Old San Juan on this 2-hour small-group tour by Segway. Effortlessly zoom around the 500-year-old colonial architecture of this ancient neighborhood as you visit 25 of the top attractions in the area, and learn about its evolution from Spanish colony to US territory. This intimate sightseeing tour is limited to just 6 participants and also includes all entrance fees, a helmet, secure storage, filtered water and sunscreen. Please note the weight restrictions on this tour, located in the 'additional information section'.

Discover the best that San Juan has to offer on a sightseeing tour by car. Explore one of the oldest cities in the Americas as you drive around Old San Juan and admire the colonial architecture and fortresses. Then head to the Santurce neighborhood to observe local life and the colorful street art. End your tour with a stroll down Isla Verde Beach, taking in the views of the Caribbean.

Lose yourself in the wild landscapes of the El Yunque Rainforest on this full-day tour from San Juan. Follow your guide on a thrilling hike, trekking to cascading waterfalls, natural pools, and waterslides in the rain forest. The moderately strenuous trail is ideally suited to physically fit travelers who can scramble across rocks and rivers. Along the way, you’ll learn about Puerto Rico’s diverse ecosystem.

Explore Old San Juan at your own pace with this self-guided audio tour, and enjoy all the benefits of a private excursion without the price tag. Get lifetime access to the app with offline audio, maps, and geodata while learning about landmarks like Castillo de San Cristobal, Plaza de Armas, La Fortaleza, and Castillo San Felipe del Morro.

Spend an adventurous day exploring two incredible natural wonders in Puerto Rico on this full-day excursion to the El Yunque Rainforest and Bioluminescent Bay. Hike in the only tropical rain forest in the United States National Forest system. Then continue with a nighttime kayaking trip to the magical Bioluminescent Bay, which features a unique variety of plankton that glow when the water is touched or moved.