Guidebook for Isla Verde and San Juan
Neighborhoods
Condado is an ocean-front neighborhood, home to luxurious residences, upscale hotels, restaurants, boutiques and shops. Visit the lagoon for some paddle boarding and kayaking.
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Condado
Condado is an ocean-front neighborhood, home to luxurious residences, upscale hotels, restaurants, boutiques and shops. Visit the lagoon for some paddle boarding and kayaking.
Old San Juan best displays our colonial history and architecture. You can visit the forts Castillo San Cristobal and Castillo El Morro, history and art museums, local restaurants, and world-renowned bars, all in one place.
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Viejo San Juan
Old San Juan best displays our colonial history and architecture. You can visit the forts Castillo San Cristobal and Castillo El Morro, history and art museums, local restaurants, and world-renowned bars, all in one place.
The Isla Verde strip is an ocean-front neighborhood located at just a 5-minute drive from the airport, 5- minute drive to Piñones, 15 minutes to Condado, and 20 minutes to Old San Juan. Here you can find restaurants, bars, a brewery, hotels, casinos, water activities (jet skis, banana boats, surfing, parasailing) and more.
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Isla Verde
The Isla Verde strip is an ocean-front neighborhood located at just a 5-minute drive from the airport, 5- minute drive to Piñones, 15 minutes to Condado, and 20 minutes to Old San Juan. Here you can find restaurants, bars, a brewery, hotels, casinos, water activities (jet skis, banana boats, surfing, parasailing) and more.
Food scene
Kumo Rooftop
Breathtaking ocean views
Atelier Cocina Abierta
58 Cll CaribeMarmalade
317 C. de la FortalezaGreat option for special occasions. Five-course menu
Casita Miramar
605 Av. MiramarSuperb Puerto Rican cuisine
Bistro Café
29 C. JúpiterBrunch available every day
Fine-dining Puerto Rican cuisine in La Placita. Cocktails are a must ry
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Santaella
219 C. CanalsFine-dining Puerto Rican cuisine in La Placita. Cocktails are a must ry
Vianda
1413 PR-25Cocina al Fondo
2023 James Beard Award winner
Celeste
Seafood and wine bar
Cafe Caleta
Creative cuisine in Old San Juan with wide vegetarian options as well
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Verde Mesa
Calle San JoséCreative cuisine in Old San Juan with wide vegetarian options as well
Aliado Bar & Aperitivo
Vegan restaurant in Old San Juan
Nightlife
La Factoria
148 C. San Sebastián2024 #18th North America's Best Bar
La Placita de Santurce
Square with different restaurants and bars
Patio de las Flores
5916 Avenida Isla VerdeCocktail bar in the Isla Verde strip
JungleBird
254 C. CanalsTiki cocktail bar in La Placita
Steinway Piano Bar at the Cannon Club
215 C. San SebastiánPiano Bar in Old San Juan
Scryer Rum
259 C. de TetuánLa Casita de Rones
Calle ComercioRums of Puerto Rico bar in Old San Juan
La Grieta
Mezcal bar in Old San Juan
Sightseeing
Casa Bacardí
200 PR-165Rum Tasting and Mixology Tour
Ron del Barrilito - Hacienda Santa Ana
Puerto Rico 5Artisanal rum hacienda
Pariri dwar il-belt
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Transportation
You can find Uber and taxis very easily around the metropolitan area.If you are headed out of the metro area, including to the rainforest, I suggest renting a car. You might be able to find transportation to your destination, but might not be able to find a ride back
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El Yunque National Rainforest
El Yunque rainforest is about a 45 minute drive from Isla Verde. They allow a certain amount of vehicles inside the park and may close down the entrance if it reaches maximum occupancy. I recommend to rent a car, as Ubers are very scarce around the rainforest.
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Beaches and ocean currents
The San Juan area has some breathtaking beaches, but be vigilant with the strong currents. Being the north side of the island, beaches tend to have higher waves than the west and south side. Red flags indicate that the beach is not apt for swimming. The Condado Beach specifically has strong under currents and will always have a red flag advisory