Old San Juan and Castillo San Felipe del Morro

Highlights / General details

The ideal tour for the history and architecture enthusiast offered by a local historical architect and preservation expert, you will visit the most significant colonial buildings in Old San Juan and the world famous San Felipe del Morro Castle.

Start the morning by joining your guide on a visit to the second oldest city in the New World. Then you will visit the most important significant buildings, streets and public spaces of this unique walled city including UNESCO World Heritage Site, Castillo San Felipe del Morro.

The second part begins at the turn around area of San Felipe del Morro Castle and includes all the areas of the site, providing detailed information on how the castle was constructed, the construction materials and methods used and the renaissance elements of military architecture; daily activities held by the soldiers, civilians and workers within the premises; the infrastructure of the place and other information regarding historic graffiti, artillery weapons and Second World War additions.

Inclusion

Hotel pick-up/drop-off; Local English and Spanish speaking guides; Transportation.

Exclusion

Meals not included; Items of a personal nature; Tips or gratuities for the guide.

Hours of operation

Available: Monday - Friday; Start time at 9:00am. No tour departures on: January 1, 6, 11, 18; February 20; March 20-27; May 8, 30; June 19; July 4, 25; September 5; October 10; November 8, 11, 19, 24; December 24-25, 31.

Duration

Approximately 4.5 hours.

Location

Tour starts and ends at guests hotel.

Additional Information

We suggest wearing comfortable clothing, comfortable shoes and a hat.

Please bring your camera because you’re sure to have special memories.

Policies

Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.

**All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation**