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Exploring Puerto Rico
The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan is one of Exploring Puerto Rico.

1. The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan

8.5
6961 Ave Gobernadores, The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan (at Calle Violeta), Carolina, Carolina Municipio
Hotel · 77 tips and reviews

The Ritz-CarltonThe Ritz-Carlton: Take a self-guided tour around the property to enjoy our mélange of art pieces, like the stone lion fountain in the entrance which was brought over from Europe piece by piece.

Paseo Piñones is one of Exploring Puerto Rico.

2. Paseo Piñones

Hiking Trail · 1 tip

The Ritz-CarltonThe Ritz-Carlton: This six mile trail runs along one of the longest beaches in Puerto Rico and eventually extends into the Piñones State Forest. It offers a wonderful day trip to enjoy the flora and take some pictures.

San Juan Bautista Cathedral is one of Exploring Puerto Rico.

3. San Juan Bautista Cathedral

9.0
Calle Del Cristo (Esq. Rivadavia), San Juan, San Juan
Church · 17 tips and reviews

The Ritz-CarltonThe Ritz-Carlton: This cathedral is one of the oldest buildings in San Juan. Go inside to look for the tomb of one of San Juan's historic citizens; the resting place of explorer and governor Juan Ponce de Léon.

Cementerio Santa Maria Magdalena De Pazzis is one of Exploring Puerto Rico.

4. Cementerio Santa Maria Magdalena De Pazzis

7.3
Calle Tiburcio Reyes, San Juan, San Juan
Historic and Protected Site · 16 tips and reviews

The Ritz-CarltonThe Ritz-Carlton: This colonial-era cemetery overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and is the final resting place for many of Puerto Rico's most prominent natives and residents, such as Academy Award-winner José Ferrer.

San Juan Gate is one of Exploring Puerto Rico.

5. San Juan Gate

9.2
San Juan, San Juan
Historic and Protected Site · Old San Juan · 23 tips and reviews

The Ritz-CarltonThe Ritz-Carlton: This gate was once the main entrance to the city, built to protect the city from invaders in the 1630's. There were once three gates that led into the city, but this is the only one that remains.

Old San Juan is one of Exploring Puerto Rico.

6. Old San Juan

9.4
(Viejo San Juan)
(None), San Juan, San Juan
Historic and Protected Site · 128 tips and reviews

The Ritz-CarltonThe Ritz-Carlton: Old San Juan is paved in blue cobblestone dating back nearly 500 years. Some wander its streets without a map or direction; to discover its history, art galleries, and beautiful views on their own.

Institute of Puerto Rican Culture is one of Exploring Puerto Rico.

7. Institute of Puerto Rican Culture

6.7
(Instituto de Cultura Puertorriqueña)
San Juan, San Juan
Museum · Old San Juan · 2 tips and reviews

The Ritz-CarltonThe Ritz-Carlton: The Institute of Puerto Rican Culture in Old San Juan offers a historic perspective of Sanjuanero culture, including a replica of a native Puerto Rican village, and artifacts predating Spanish rule.

La Rogativa is one of Exploring Puerto Rico.

8. La Rogativa

8.4
San Juan, San Juan
Plaza · 4 tips and reviews

The Ritz-CarltonThe Ritz-Carlton: Plazuela de la Rogativa features four bronze statues, of a bishop and his companions, commemorating the religious procession that, as legend has it, saved San Juan from the British in 1797.

Parque de Las Palomas is one of Exploring Puerto Rico.

9. Parque de Las Palomas

7.6
100 Cristo, Old San Juan
Plaza · 14 tips and reviews

The Ritz-CarltonThe Ritz-Carlton: Pigeon Park is dedicated to the local pigeon population. Scattered benches allow wanderers to enjoy a moment of peace from walking the city streets with a magnificent view of the harbor and mountains.

El Yunque National Forest is one of Exploring Puerto Rico.

10. El Yunque National Forest

9.3
Puerto Rico 191, HC-01, Río Grande, Río Grande Municipio
Forest · 116 tips and reviews

The Ritz-CarltonThe Ritz-Carlton: The only tropical rain forest in the US, El Yunque National Forest has some of the best hiking trails and camping spots in the region. Don't forget to take a refreshing dip in the waterfall pool.

Parque De Las Ciencias Luis A. Ferré is one of Exploring Puerto Rico.

11. Parque De Las Ciencias Luis A. Ferré

8.3
Carr. PR-167, Bayamón, Bayamón Municipio
Science Museum · 3 tips and reviews

The Ritz-CarltonThe Ritz-Carlton: This park offers recreational and educational facilities, at 285 feet above sea level, focused on science. Activities include a zoo, planetarium and various interactive themed exhibits.

Ojo Del Buey is one of Exploring Puerto Rico.

12. Ojo Del Buey

Mameyal, Dorado, Dorado Municipio
Other Great Outdoors · 3 tips and reviews

The Ritz-CarltonThe Ritz-Carlton: This recreational beach area is home to a large rock formation resembling an ox head. A natural peculiarity, the formation has been eroded for many years by the surrounding natural elements.

La Cueva Del Indio is one of Exploring Puerto Rico.

13. La Cueva Del Indio

8.9
Arecibo, Arecibo
Hiking Trail · 11 tips and reviews

The Ritz-CarltonThe Ritz-Carlton: Located a little off the beaten path this is perfect for an adventurous afternoon; a cluster of coastal limestone caves containing centuries-old Taino petroglyphs carved during ceremonial activities.

Arecibo Radio Telescope is one of Exploring Puerto Rico.

14. Arecibo Radio Telescope

8.3
(Observatorio de Arecibo)
PR-625, Arecibo, Arecibo
Planetarium · 23 tips and reviews

The Ritz-CarltonThe Ritz-Carlton: The largest single-aperture telescope and radio telescope in the world, it's been used to study the ionosphere, transmit messages into space, and was featured in many popular films, like GoldenEye.

Faro Los Morillos | Lighthouse is one of Exploring Puerto Rico.

15. Faro Los Morillos | Lighthouse

9.2
Lighthouse · 22 tips and reviews

The Ritz-CarltonThe Ritz-Carlton: For a scenic drive travel south & west to the lighthouse of Cabo Rojo. It guides ships from the Caribbean to the Atlantic and is the perfect spot to enjoy majestic views of the west side of the island

16. Dorado Beach Watermill

8.5
Swimming Pool · 3 tips and reviews

The Ritz-CarltonThe Ritz-Carlton: Offering an aquatic playground for children and adults, the Watermill is home to a variety of water park activities, including slides and waterfalls.