Today, this lovely historic area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983, is characterized by its narrow, blue cobblestone streets, and picturesque, brightly colored buildings, some of which date back almost 500 years.
This was in keeping with the usual custom of christening the town with both its formal name and that which Christopher Columbus had originally given to the islands, honoring John the Baptist. In 1521, the words "San Juan" were added to the official name, thus making it "San Juan Bautista de Puerto Rico". Venture through 28,000 acres of jungle-like rainforest and admire stunning waterfalls and mysterious petroglyphs.Founded by Spanish colonists in 1509 at a site then known as "Puerto Rico" (Rich Port), San Juan is the third oldest European-established capital in the Americas. The tour take you into the heart of an empire, and relates a story of a family, and a spirit, that have left an indelible footprint in the Caribbean. They’ve been conducting tours since 1962, an almost 50-year tradition of showing visitors their home.
That’s because the Bacardi family have made their free tour interesting enough for any visitor to enjoy. You don’t need to be a fan of rum to enjoy touring Casa Bacardi, the largest rum distillery in the world. The Puerto Rico Museum of Art features an exquisite collection of work by renowned local artists. Old San Juan is surrounded with restaurants, bars, stores and the ocean where you can learn about our history but also enjoy an amazing time with the wind in your face.ĭefinitively you will have to go to see El Castillo de San Felipe del Morro, a 16th century fort. In every single step you take in our adoquines (a Spanish ) you will breath Puerto Rican history. We also have other beaches closer to the hotel where you can walk and be there in just two minutes!Įl Viejo San Juan (in Spanish) is the oldest neighborhood from the island. El Balneario is one of the most popular beaches in San Juan and is great for swimming and sunbathing. We have many beaches you can enjoy in the Condado area. It really has it all and in walking distance! You can go shopping, enjoy the energy of Condado’s nightlife, take a massage, go for a run, you name it! Condado is a dynamic district from San Juan that offers numerous restaurants, casinos, beautiful beaches, bars and stores. If you’re wondering what to do in Condado, the answer is anything you want. We are only three and a half miles from Luis Muños Marin International Airport and Historic Old San Juan. At Wind Chimes Boutique Hotel conveniently located in the heart of Condado and Ocean Park.
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