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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.

Experience one of the Americas’ oldest cities, San Juan, on a private sightseeing tour. After hotel pickup, travel by luxury vehicle with a personal guide to Old San Juan, Isla Verde, Santurce, and other key districts. Learn about the city’s culture while visiting historic landmarks, trendy neighborhoods, art galleries, museums, and beaches—all on a hassle-free outing.

Immerse yourself into hundreds of years of history through food in the Puerto Rican capital of Old San Juan. The city has acted as the gateway to the Caribbean for over 500 years and its rich culinary scene tells the story of the many cultures and traditions that influenced it. You'll start your journey with a specialty Cortado and a buttery Mallorca dusted in sugar, the quintessential local breakfast. Throughout the tour, you'll taste Pasteles de Cerdo (a true pillar of island heritage), a crispy artisanal Empanadilla, and the famous national dish: Mofongo, loved by locals and celebrities alike. We finish on a luxurious note with an artisanal Chocolate Bombom made with premium local cacao. With over 5 local tastings and a Secret Dish revealed only during the tour, your appetite will be satisfied while your taste buds experience the very best of this unique culinary scene.

Immerse yourself in nature with a guided tour to El Yunque Rainforest. Hike through the jungle and enjoy time at two waterfalls, two water slides, and a rope swing and cliff jump. Includes photos and videos of the experience, so you don’t need to worry about having a waterproof case. Lifejackets, bottled water, and transfers from San Juan are all included.

The sparkling lights of bioluminescent plankton can only be seen once darkness falls, so this night kayaking adventure is the perfect way to see their fluorescent displays. Paddle through mangrove forests and Bio Bay while learning about the surrounding marine life from your guide. Ideal for paddlers of all abilities, this tour works with participants to ensure a comfortable experience, offering everything from extra seat padding to towing if needed.

Embark on an adventurous day of hiking, river trekking, and floating through caves and natural pools on this small-group excursion to the Arenales Caves. Experience optional cliff jumping, swim through breathtaking limestone canyons, and explore unique rock formations and lush tropical forests. Discover hidden waterfalls and hike to a secluded natural spring with pristine water, learning about local flora along the way. Note: guests must be able to swim.

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.

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.

This combination tour includes a visit to Luquillo Beach, El Yunque Rainforest and a nighttime kayaking tour of Laguna Grande, a bioluminescent bay. Stroll a walkway the winds through the treetops of the forest canopy. After a leisurely lunch (and time for shopping), travel to Laguna Grande to witness the unique phenomenon of bioluminescence.

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.

Join an evening or nighttime adventure into the bioluminescent waters of Laguna Grande. After an orientation, hop into a kayak and paddle through the dense mangrove forests, heading to the area where the microscopic plankton puts on its surreal aquatic light show when you glide through the water. Your guide also tells you more about this fragile ecosystem and how visitors can help protect it.

Raise a glass of Puerto Rico’s finest rum during this guided tasting session at world-famous Casa BACARDI. Designed for guests seeking a deeper appreciation of rum, this structured seated tasting features aged BACARDI rums and guides participants through aroma, flavor, and finish. It also includes one welcome cocktail, Pavilion views, and time to visit the on-site gift shop.

Hike through Puerto Rico’s lush El Yunque Rainforest, observe local wildlife, and take a dip in one of the park’s pristine waterfalls. Journey through the varied micro-climates and vegetation zones of this unique natural area. Hike through the jungle, learning about the plants and animals that inhabit the area and passing by a series of waterfalls, stopping to cool off with a swim.

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.

Go on an off-road adventure in the lush Puerto Rican countryside on this small-group all-terrain vehicle (ATV) tour from San Juan. Ride through 2,200 acres (890 hectares) of scenic landscape filled with hills, mangroves, lagoons, and tropical fields at Hacienda Campo Rico. Your tour includes your own ATV, professional guide, and round-trip transportation from select hotels in the San Juan area.

Venture into the shadows of San Juan with Puerto Rico Ghosts, where vibrant history meets spine-chilling tales of the supernatural! This immersive ghost tour uncovers the darker side of San Juan, revealing sinister secrets hidden beneath its picturesque charm. As you walk the cobblestone streets, you’ll join fellow seekers in unraveling the mysteries that haunt this enchanting city. Every site, from the eerie Plaza del Quinto Centenario to the storied Cuartel de Ballaja, is steeped in history and ghostly encounters. This mile-long journey takes you through San Juan’s most haunted and historic locations, including the Museo de las Americas and Casa Blanca, where centuries of unexplained activity come to life. With each step, you’ll feel the weight of the past pressing in, making this tour an unforgettable plunge into Puerto Rico’s ghostly legacy. Gather your courage and dive into the chilling world of San Juan’s haunted history!

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.

Getting to El Yunque National Forest from San Juan can be tricky without a car. This tour provides a hassle-free alternative, providing round-trip transportation from the city centre. Follow your guide as they navigate the route along rainforest trails and up El Yunque mountain, feeling safe under their supervision. Enjoy a break from the city as you stop at Yokahu Tower, La Coca Waterfall, and go for an optional swim.

In tourist-heavy Puerto Rico, it can be challenging to get off the beaten path. While most tourists head for the famed El Yunque rainforest, this tour takes you to a hidden gem in a rural rainforest that few visitors see. With just a short hike along an easy trail, this tour is suitable for most travelers and includes hotel pickup for added convenience.

Immerse yourself in nature with a guided tour to El Yunque Rainforest that takes care of all of the logistics. Hike through the jungle with a guide and enjoy time at a natural pool with a waterfall, natural waterslides, cliffs, and a rope swing. Life jacket, helmet, snacks, bottled water, photos and videos of the experience, and transfers including hotel pickup from San Juan are included.

Explore the natural beauty of Puerto Rico with a small-group tour to El Yunque National Forest and Luquillo Beach. Get picked up at a meeting point in San Juan and set out for a half-day tour in an air-conditioned vehicle. Hike through the forest to reach a scenic waterfall and go swimming in a refreshing river. Continue on to visit Luquillo Beach, where lunch is available.

This experience offers a seamless, stress-free adventure from start to finish. Guests are picked up directly from their hotel or Airbnb, eliminating the need to plan transportation or navigate unfamiliar roads. The journey leads into El Yunque, where participants enjoy a rigorous, safe, and professionally guided zipline experience surrounded by Puerto Rico’s only tropical rainforest. What truly sets this tour apart is the combination of convenience, nature, and adventure—all in one curated experience. From doorstep pickup to an unforgettable experience, every detail is designed to maximize comfort while delivering a unique connection to Puerto Rico’s natural beauty.

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.

Embark on a walking tour of San Juan, full of majestic architecture, breathtaking views, and embattled history. Behold the largest Spanish-built fortification in the Americas. Hear stories of pirate battles, greed, and power featuring figures like Sir Francis Drake. Stroll down ancient city streets rich with culture and history, then walk along this beautiful city's old walls and enjoy some gentle ocean views. After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.