Puerto Rico Guest® A Travel & Sports®, Inc. MasterGuide™ to Puerto Rico, © 2008 Select Language English | Español | Deutsch | Francais | Portugues Expert Help | Email this page | 32262 | Packages / Coupons / Auctions | Create Your MasterGuide™ | Advertise Puerto Rico > Attractions & Sights Kid's Stuff Where to look first By:Travel and Sports Staff, April-2007 Be they landlubbers or sea nymphs, your children will find plenty to keep them entertained in Puerto Rico. Our ocean and sunny beaches are great for building sandcastles and testing the waves. The entire family will enjoy a sailboat ride to offshore islets and shallow reefs east of Fajardo. Snorkeling and buffet lunches are included. For those who prefer to power their own craft, ocean kayaking is the way to go. Mangrove channels in Fajardo and La Parguera make for memorable kayaking, and nighttime boating or kayaking ... (more) Playa de Jobos, /Dean Complejo Turístico El Tuque (more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce 787-290-2000 787-290-2001 787-290-2002FX Rt 2 Km 220.1. www.eltuque.com Water park in Ponce. Open June-August. Aguadilla Ice Skating Arena (more) > Puerto Rico > Aguadilla 787-819-5555 ext 221 787-819-5566FX 787-882-2550FX Rt 442, just before Parque de Colón. New ice skating rink. This facility is the first of its kind in the Caribbean. Albergue Olímpico (more) > Puerto Rico > Salinas 800-981-2210 787-824-2200 787-824-0392FX Rt 712 Km 0.3. Olympic Village training center. Tours on Sunday (call for times). Anfiteatro Julita Ross (more) > Puerto Rico > Toa Baja 787-261-0202 787-261-7992FX 787-261-7958FX Dominicos St., Levittown. www.toabaja.com Amphitheater with a seating capacity of 503. Basic theater lighting and sound. Excellent for plays, meetings and conferences. Available for private activities. Antigua Cárcel de La Princesa (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan 787-721-2400 787-725-4417FX West Recinto St. & La Princesa St. www.gotopuertorico.com Beautifully restored building now home to rotating art exhibits and the executive office of the Puerto Rico Tourism Company. Guided tours by reservation. Antigua Casa Alcaldía (more) > Puerto Rico > Barceloneta 787-846-4199 787-846-3400 787-846-4199FX Georgetti St. & Villamil St. www.barcelonetapr.com This building from the 1920s houses the municipal legislature. Antigua Casa de los Amador (more) > Puerto Rico > Quebradillas 787-895-1517 787-895-3088 787-895-7734FX Bo. Terranova. This 18th century house is the most beautiful architectural example of the era in Quebradillas. Antigua Diputación Provincial (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan 787-722-2121 787-725-7303FX Front of Plaza de Armas. www.estado.gobierno.pr On the Plaza de Armas, this recently restored example of late-neoclassical architecture houses the Puerto Rican State Department. Antiguo Arsenal de la Marina Española (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan 787-724-1877 787-725-5608FX La Puntilla St. Neoclassic building built in 1847 by the Spanish Marines. Used as quarters, warehouse and ship repair shop up to 1898. Now an Institute of Puerto Rican Culture Art Exhibition Center. Antiguo Casino Camuyano (more) > Puerto Rico > Camuy 787-898-1556 787-898-2160 787-898-1556FX Front of plaza. www.camuypuertorico.com This was the social and political center of the town during the mid-1900s. This building, constructed in the neo-classic style, was the first reinforced concrete building in Camuy. Not currently open to the public. Antiguo Casino de Ponce (more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce 787-841-8044 787-284-4141 ext 2245 2246 787-259-1316FX Marina St. & Luna St. www.visitponce.com Built in 1922, French architecture. Originally home to the exclusive social club of Ponce, it has served as the post office, public health clinic, and provisional mayor's office. Today it houses receptions and city events. Antiguo Castillo Meléndez (more) > Puerto Rico > Moca 787-818-0105 787-877-0540 787-818-0105FX Rt 110, Barrio Centro, north of Moca. This group of buildings, resembling a medieval castle, was originally built by Dr. Meléndez to serve as a clinic. It is now a hotel. Antiguo Cementerio Municipal (more) > Puerto Rico > Manatí 787-884-3428 787-854-2274FX Rt 685 (close to downtown). www.atenas.com/gotomanati Historic cemetery from the 1900s where various interesting city people are laid to rest, such as Don Antonio Vélez Alvarado, creator of the Puerto Rican flag. On display at the entrance is the antique Atrium Crucifix. Antiguo Reloj Municipal (more) > Puerto Rico > Coamo 787-825-1150 787-825-4423FX 44 José I. Quinton St. www.coamo.puertorico.pr This Italian-made clock was donated to the town by its first mayor, Don Florencio Santiago, in 1899. Antique Spanish Bridges (more) > Puerto Rico > Coamo 787-825-1150 787-825-4423FX Rt 1 Km 23.9 and Km 39.2. www.coamo.puertorico.pr The steel of these bridges, constructed in 1886 and 1876, was manufactured in Paris. The larger bridge (Km 39.2) is known as the Calabazas bridge. Árbol Bala de Cañón (more) > Puerto Rico > Toa Alta 787-870-0469 787-870-1220 787-870-7470FX Plaza Muñoz Rivera at Barceló. On the main plaza, this unique and legendary tree is known for its beautiful shell-shaped white, yellow and red flowers. Its fruit looks like a cannonball, hence the name bala de cañón. Archivo Histórico de Manatí (more) > Puerto Rico > Manatí 787-884-3428 787-854-2274FX 6 Paseo de la Atenas St. www.atenas.com/gotomanati This ancient building (dating into the mid 19th century) keeps the historical documents of Manatí. Area Recreacional El Verde (more) > Puerto Rico > Río Grande 787-887-2370 787-888-1515FX Rt 186 Km 24.4 (approx). Area Recreativa Damian Abajo (more) > Puerto Rico > Orocovis 787-867-5000 787-867-1787 787-867-0455FX Rt 157, North of town. www.orocovispr.com/ Small recreation are just north of town. Área Recreativa El Rancho (more) > Puerto Rico > Corozal 787-859-2609 787-859-2680 787-802-4213 Rt 164 Km 13.1. www.elranchocorozal.com Family recreation area with miniature golf, 6 pools, video arcade and meeting facilities for up to 2000 persons. Área Recreativa El Trece (more) > Puerto Rico > Vega Baja 787-807-1830 787-855-5905 787-858-4101FX Rt 160 Km 13, Almirante Sur District. www.vegabaja.gov.pr A natural recreation area with a balcony and access to the Indio River. Área Recreativa La Ceiba (more) > Puerto Rico > Barranquitas 787-857-2628 787-857-1282FX 787-857-1282FX Rt 771 Km 9.3, Bo. Barrancas. www.AngelFire.com/amiga/arplaceiba Recreation and camping area. With pools, basketball and volleyball courts and more. Área Recreativa Los Tres Chorros (more) > Puerto Rico > Patillas 787-839-5929 787-839-5929FX Rt 184, San Lorenzo Exit. www.leonespatillas.com Picnic area. Área Recreativa Media Luna (more) > Puerto Rico > Comerío 787-875-7075 787-875-1872 787-875-0380FX Rt 167 (toward Bayamon) Km 1. www.comerio.gobierno.pr This recreation area includes a semi-Olympic pool, playground, romantic walking trails, gazebos with BBQ pits and a large room for gatherings. A reception center for 350 persons was added in 2004. Area Recreativa Monte Frío (more) > Puerto Rico > Bayamón 787-740-4005 787-740-5239 Rt 831 Km 6.5, sector Minillas. www.montefriopr.com/ Facilities include: volleyball and basketball courts, plenty of open areas, three swimming pools (some with water slides), and game room with pool tables. For all ages. Area Recreativa Monte Guilarte (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas 787-829-5039 787-829-4116FX 787-829-0686FX Rt 518, Bo.Garza. This recreational area is on Guilarte, the seventh highest mountain in Puerto Rico. Area Residencial de las Escaleras (more) > Puerto Rico > Gurabo 787-737-8416 787-737-2890 787-737-3005FX In town along Rt 189. www.gurabopr.com Gurabo is known as the Town of the Step Streets. These streets can be seen on a hill South of Rt 189 in town. They run roughly North/South and were at one time the only way to get home for those who lived on this hill. They were recently renovated. Arecibo Lighthouse & Historical Park (more) > Puerto Rico > Arecibo 787-880-7540 787-880-7520FX Rt 655, Bo. Islote, Arecibo Harbour. www.arecibolighthouse.com Just east of town in a beautiful beach area, the lighthouse has been restored and integrated into a new recreation facility featuring an expansive deck as well as a children's play area. Replicas of Indian huts, African quaters, Christopher Columbus ships, Huge Pirate's ship & cave, cafeteria, museum & mini-zoo. A breathtaking view of the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding area. Salt-water aquarium with Sharks, Stingray, Nemos, Seahorses and more! Asentamiento El Monte del Retiro (more) > Puerto Rico > Las Piedras 787-733-2160 787-733-2233FX 787-733-1885FX Barrio Arena. Spectacular view of Las Piedras and the surrounding valley. Call City Hall to arrange a visit. There is a nominal entrance fee. Aserradero de Nando Otero (more) > Puerto Rico > Ciales 787-871-3500 787-871-3743FX 787-871-1847FX Rt 632 Km 2. Historic sawmill, still in operation. Asilo de Beneficencia, ICP (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan 787-724-0700 787-724-8488 787-723-1822FX End of Norzagaray St. www.icp.gobierno.pr Home of the Institute of Puerto Rican Culture. Here you can find information about cultural activities around the Island. The Asilo also has a gallery where it exhibits works of art. Astronomical Observatory, UPR (more) > Puerto Rico > Humacao 787-850-9381 787-850-9336 787-850-9308FX Rt 908 Km 1.4, Barrio Tejas. www1.uprh.edu/observ/ Open house on Thursdays at 7:30pm. This show covers the stars planets and moon (when visible). Reservations required for large groups. A Wednesday morning show (10am-11:30am, only by reservation) covers sunspots. Atocha Pedestrian (more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce 787-841-8044 787-284-4141 ext 2245 2246 787-259-1316FX Atocha St. www.visitponce.com Since the early 1900s this street has been the commercial center of Ponce. You can see many of the original houses.Commercial stores and local venders located in the area. Aula Verde (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Río Piedras 787-281-7763 787-247-9076 Sicilia St. # 13 & San José. An open air urban ecological setting, used as an aid to science studies. Laboratory, fish farm and butterfly pavilion on a 3,000 meter area that includes a forest, gardens and reservoir. Bahia de Guánica (more) > Puerto Rico > Guánica 787-821-4343 787-821-0092FX 787-821-1358FX 25 de julio St. end (Malecon area). Narrow and surrounded by hills this is one of the deeper, better protected bays of Puerto Rico. Bahía Las Pelás (more) > Puerto Rico > Culebra 787-742-1033 787-510-0019CL 787-742-1045FX www.gotopuertorico.com A small bay, very popular with boaters, which includes the small cays of Pelaíta and Pelá. Baños de Coamo, Antigua Piscina (more) > Puerto Rico > Coamo 787-825-1150 787-825-4423FX End of Rt 546. www.coamo.puertorico.pr This is the site thought to be the Fountain of Youth sought by Juan Ponce de León. Now undergoing a major renovation. Banyan Tree House (more) > Puerto Rico > Aguadilla 787-891-1460 787-819-0480FX 787-882-5435FX Parque de Colón. Located next to La Cruz de Colón, this huge tree house is woven throughout an even larger Banyan tree. Remarkably, the tree house is freestanding and is not attached to the tree in any manner. Great for kids. Barbería Histórica (more) > Puerto Rico > Corozal 787-859-8079 787-859-0213FX Plaza de Recreo de Corozal. Historic-style barber shop, the only one left in Puerto Rico. Basílica Menor Nuestra Sra. de la Monserrate (more) > Puerto Rico > Hormigueros 787-849-2260 On the central plaza in the center of town. Biblioteca Municipal (more) > Puerto Rico > Yabucoa 787-893-3385 787-893-5520 787-893-8140FX Biblioteca Municipal Álvarez (more) > Puerto Rico > Manatí 787-884-5422 787-854-2024 787-884-2927FX Paseo de la Atenas, McKinley St. www.atenas.com/gotomanati This library is housed in a Greco-style building next to the Salón de los Poetas. Biblioteca Pública de Ensenada (more) > Puerto Rico > Guánica 787-821-4343 787-821-0092FX 787-821-1358FX Lajas Rd. Tours by appointment only. Call City Hall. Bioluminescent Bay (more) > Puerto Rico > Lajas: La Parguera 787-899-1660 787-899-1335 787-899-1860FX Boats leave from La Parguera dock. Great for a trip on a moonless night. Take one of the many local boats to Bahía La Parguera for a little dinoflagellate watching. Due to their delicate ecology, bioluminescent bays are rare. Botanical Garden (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Río Piedras 787-758-9957 787-942-4448 787-751-6808FX Rt 1 at Rt 847. www.upr.clu.edu The National Botanical Garden of Puerto Rico. Affiliated with the University of Puerto Rico. Collections of palms, heliconias and orchids in the south garden and collections of native and endangered plants on the north side. Busto Simón Bolivar (more) > Puerto Rico > Vieques 787-741-0800 787-741-0900FX Plaza Luis Muñoz Rivera. www.gotopuertorico.com A bust of Simón Bolivar. Cabo Rojo Salt Flats Interpretative Center (more) > Puerto Rico > Cabo Rojo: El Combate 787-851-2999 787-851-2999FX 787-254-0115FX Rt 301 Km 11. www.proambientepr.org It is estimated that 40,000 birds visit this area yearly. The Interpretative Center houses a museum about the history, geology & ecology of the area. It has an interpretative trail with panels, gazebos as well as bird and butterfly watching trails. Cacique Rock (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela 787-872-2100 787-872-6400 787-872-1034 Playa El Pastillo, west end of beach. isabela.com.pr From the beach side, the rock cliff looks like the bust of the Chief Cacique Mabodomaca. Legend has it that he jumped into the sea from the cliff to avoid capture by the Spaniards. The chief's medallion was lost & is still sought along this cliff. Capilla del Cristo (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan 787-724-0700 787-724-8488 787-723-1822FX Cristo St. www.icp.gobierno.pr This is a small open-air chapel at the southern end of Cristo St. Legend has it that the chapel celebrates a miracle that prevented a boy and his horse from plunging off the city wall. The truth, however, is that the horse and rider both fell to their deaths and the chapel was built to assure that this type of accident would not happen again. The chapel contains a number of museum-quality religious artifacts. Capitolio de Puerto Rico (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan 787-724-1565 787-724-4648 787-977-2224FX Ponce de León Ave. www.camaradepuertorico.org The Capitolio was constructed in the 1920s to house the offices of the senators and representatives. The Puerto Rican Constitution, approved in 1952, is on display. Call for reservations. Carolina Bowling Center (more) > Puerto Rico > Carolina 787-257-4305 Ave Campo Rico East, Sabana Gardens Industrial Park. Bowling Alley. Casa Bacardí, Bacardí Rum Distillery (more) > Puerto Rico > Cataño 787-788-8400 787-788-1500 787-275-3921FX Rt 165 Km 6.2. www.bacardi.com The new Casa Bacardí Visitors Center covers the history behind Bacardí as well as the present-day operation. You can see the plant from El Morro by looking southwest. Casa Barrera (more) > Puerto Rico > Yauco 787-267-0350 787-267-0350FX 19 Comercio St. This home was built in 1884. Casa Blanca (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan 787-725-1454 787-977-2700 787-723-7837FX 1 San Sebastián St. Casa Blanca was built as a reward for Governor Juan Ponce de León, who died before he could move in. His family, however, stayed in residence for over 250 years. It is a museum of 16th and 17th century family life. Groups must reserve in advance. Casa de España (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan 787-724-1044 787-722-3611 787-725-7623FX 9 Ponce de León Ave. www.galeon.com/casaespana This historic building is a cultural center with exhibits and year-round activities. Rooms can be rented for private events, such as weddings. Casa de la Cultura Cacique Comerío (more) > Puerto Rico > Comerío 787-875-7075 787-875-1872 787-875-0380FX 27 Georgetti St. www.comerio.gobierno.pr Historic house of the administrator for the tobacco growers. Now it lodges the Offices of Culture and Tourism. Also called Cultural Center Cirilo W. Meijes, it has a gallery area and activity hall. Casa de la Cultura y Museo (more) > Puerto Rico > Yabucoa 787-893-3385 787-893-5520 787-893-8140FX 29 Luis Muñoz Rivera St. Cultural center. Casa de la Familia Puertorriqueña del Siglo XIX (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan 787-977-2700 787-977-2701 319 Fortaleza St. & Callejón de la Capilla. www.icp.gobierno.pr A museum showing the lifestyle of well-to-do 19th century Puerto Rican families. On the second floor of one of the oldest buildings in Old San Juan, the Casa del Callejón. Casa de la Masacre de Ponce (more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce 787-844-9722 787-841-8160 787-840-9239FX Marina St & Aurora St. www.ponceweb.org On Easter Sunday in 1937 this house was the scene of a tragic conflict. Casa de los Peregrinos (more) > Puerto Rico > Hormigueros 787-849-2515 787-849-1251FX 787-849-4072FX Monserrate St. & Santuario St, behind the Catholic church. This home, built in 1676, was originally known as a hotel for people in transit. It was the place where Juan Alejo Arizmendi, Puerto Rico's first bishop, died. It is now the Rectory for the Basilica. Casa de Peón Caminero (more) > Puerto Rico > Hormigueros 787-849-2515 787-849-1251FX 787-849-4072FX Rt 114 Km 2.4. This house is one of several that were built for the railroad maintenance crews. They are about 6 Km apart (the next one is Casa de Camineros de la Parada Eureka Rt 114 Km 8.6). Later they served as churches, horse changing stations & later schools. Casa de Ramón Power y Giralt (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan 787-722-5882 787-722-5834 787-722-5872FX 155 Tetuán St. www.fideicomiso.org Headquarters for the Island's Conservation Trust. You can view a short documentary film & enjoy interactive exhibits. The Trust's responsibilities include the Las Cabezas de San Juan Nature Reserve in Fajardo & the Hacienda Buena Vista near Ponce. Casa del Ayuntamiento-Casa Alcaldía (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan 787-724-7171 787-721-6363 787-977-4845FX San Francisco St. www.sanjuancapital.com City Hall, built in stages from 1604 to 1789, in a style resembling the Madrid City Hall. There is a tourist information center facing Plaza de Armas. Casa del Libro (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan 787-723-0354 787-723-0354FX 255 Cristo St. www.lacasadellibro.org In this 18th century house you will find displays of the art of printing and bookmaking, plus a collection of rare books, some pre-dating the 15th century. Casa del Trovador Luis Miranda (more) > Puerto Rico > Caguas 787-653-8833 787-258-5222FX 787-258-1797FX Tapia Street #18. www.caguas.gov.pr The museum is dedicated to preserving the national musical heritage with exhibits, seminars and workshops. The collection of instruments includes the tiple, cuatro, bordonua, güiro and maracas. Set in a 1920 creole style building. Casa Escuté (more) > Puerto Rico > Carolina 787-701-0245 787-701-1410 Plaza Recreo de Carolina. Museum and seven exhibition halls including the permanent exposition of Felipe Birriel, The Giant of Carolina and the best of Puerto Rican visual and folk arts. Casa Jesús T. Piñero (more) > Puerto Rico > Canóvanas 787-256-1905 787-256-1905FX 787-256-4042FX Rt 3 Km 15.4. canovanaspr.com The home of the first Puerto Rican governor. It is now a museum that commemorates his life, surrounded by beautiful gardens and a serene natural environment. Casa Luis Muñoz Rivera (more) > Puerto Rico > Barranquitas 787-857-3810 787-857-4456FX Muñoz Rivera St. municipiodebarranquitas.com This museum was the home of Luis Muñoz Rivera and is dedicated to his life. A very rare piece among the collection is his 1914 Pierce Arrow. Casa Marquéz (more) > Puerto Rico > Hormigueros 787-849-2515 787-849-1251FX 787-849-4072FX Segundo Ruiz Belvis St., across from City Hall. One of Puerto Rico's oldest mansions and now a private residence. Casa Muñoz (more) > Puerto Rico > Yauco 787-267-0350 787-267-0350FX 25 de Julio St. & Baldorioty. Casa Muñoz, a two-story structure, was built in 1916. Casa Museo Canales (more) > Puerto Rico > Jayuya 787-828-4094 787-828-4094FX Rt 144 Km 9.2. www.jayuya.puertorico.pr/turismo.htm Historic home typical of the 19th century mountain coffee plantations. Produced some of the world's finest coffee in its days. Casa Museo de los Santos Reyes (more) > Puerto Rico > Juana Díaz 787-837-2199 787-837-2185 787-260-0817FX Comercio St. (Rt 14 Km 13.9). www.reyesdejuanadiaz.com Museum of memorabilia from the first Three Kings Day celebration until the present. Adult $2.00 and Children $1.00 Casa Museo Joaquín de Rojas (more) > Puerto Rico > Barranquitas 787-857-3810 787-857-4456FX municipiodebarranquitas.com With its vaulted ceilings and expansive porch this house is an excellent example of a gracious residence of the time. Now open to the public. Casa Pueblo (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas 787-829-4842 787-829-4842FX 30 Rodolfo Gonzáles St. www.casapueblo.org This historic building includes a cultural center, exhibitions, library, butterfly garden and craft shop which sells Madre Isla coffee. Casa Rosada Abelardo Díaz Alfaro (more) > Puerto Rico > Caguas 787-653-8833 787-258-5222FX 787-258-1797FX 12 Intendente Ramírez St. www.caguas.gov.pr Charlie Rodríguez lived in this home. Cascada Bo. Perchas (more) > Puerto Rico > Morovis 787-862-2155 787-862-3056 787-862-2421FX Rt 155, almost to Orocovis. www.morovispuertorico.com/ Recreational area. Cascada Las Garzas (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas 787-829-5039 787-829-4116FX 787-829-0686FX Rt 522, Barrio Garzas. Small waterfall dropping into a 20-foot-deep pool. Close to town. Casitas de los Bomberos (more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce 787-841-8044 787-284-4141 ext 2245 2246 787-259-1316FX Calle 25 de Enero. www.visitponce.com Here you will find typical red a black casitas, small houses that where given to the firemen as a appreciation of there voluntary service in the Ponce Municipal Fire Department. Catedral de Nuestra Señora de la Guadalupe (more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce 787-842-0134 787-848-9104FX Plaza Degetau. The anchor for the historic district of Ponce. This beautiful cathedral stands in the central plaza of Ponce among historic fountains and mature landscape. The back of the cathedral adjoins the original Ponce firehouse (Parque de Bombas). Catedral de San Juan (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan 787-722-0861 787-722-0861FX 151 Cristo St. www.catedralsanjuan.com Built in the 1520s, an authentic example of neoclassic architecture and a beautiful and elegant church. Famous for its masses and processions. Located in Old San Juan, this structure houses the tomb of Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de León. Catedral Dulce Nombre de Jesús (more) > Puerto Rico > Caguas 787-743-2927 787-746-5399FX Plaza Santiago Palmer. www.caguas.gov.pr Church where Charlie Rodríguez is buried. Catedral Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria (more) > Puerto Rico > Mayagüez 787-831-2444 55 Iglesia St. The renovation of the the Catedral (originally constructed in 1760) was finished in 2004. During the renovation, several crypts were discovered beneath the floor of the Catedral where many of the city's founding fathers were buried. Catedral San Felipe Apóstol (more) > Puerto Rico > Arecibo 787-878-1149 60 De Diego Ave. This church features the original 1846 design. Its stained glass and religious statues were imported from Spain in 1845. Cayo de Luis Peña (more) > Puerto Rico > Culebra 787-742-0115 787-742-1303FX www.fws.gov The south and north beaches of Cayo de Luis Peña are open daily sunrise to sunset. Please observe the no fishing zones on the south, east, and north that are part of the Canal de Luis Peña PRDNER Natural Reserve. No facilities are present; take sunblock and water. Cayo Santiago & Cayo de los Algodones (more) > Puerto Rico > Naguabo 787-874-3040 787-874-5904 787-874-1144FX Dock, Húcares Beach. Univ. of PR Medical School's Caribbean Primate Research Center. A 39-acre island just off the coast. The monkeys' pathology, behavior and biology are studied. You cannot land on the island; however, you can get a tour boat from the dock that will take you snorkeling to the wreck just offshore. Ceiba Centenaria (more) > Puerto Rico > Vieques 787-741-0800 787-741-0900FX Rt 200, close to Mosquito Pier (Rompeolas). www.gotopuertorico.com A Ceiba tree thought to be over 300 years old. Central Guánica Ruins (more) > Puerto Rico > Guánica 787-821-4343 787-821-0092FX 787-821-1358FX Rt 325 toward Playa Santa. Ruins of a sugar mill once owned by the South Porto Rico Sugar Company. At one point it was the largest sugar mill in Puerto Rico, and included their own railroad, medical facilities, stores and school. Central Plata (more) > Puerto Rico > San Sebastián 787-896-1550 787-896-2610 787-896-8363FX Rt 125, Bo. Guatemala. www.sansebastianpr.com/ This old sugar factory was moved from Barceloneta in 1910. Central Roig (more) > Puerto Rico > Yabucoa 787-893-3385 787-893-5520 787-893-8140FX Historic sugarcane plantation. Centro Artesanal (more) > Puerto Rico > Vega Baja 787-807-6027 Rt 155 Km 67.8, end Betances St. www.vegabaja.gov.pr A center where artisans of all types show and sell their works and workshops are held. Centro Ceremonial Indígena de Caguana (more) > Puerto Rico > Utuado 787-894-7325 787-894-7300 787-894-7310FX Rd. 111 Km 12.4. Discovered in the beginning of the 20th century, this is one of the most important archaeological sites in the Caribbean. It consists of 10 ceremonial bateyes (ball fields) of varying sizes dating back to 1200 AD. It has a small museum and petroglyphs that were carved by the Taíno Indians. More than 80 species of trees and 30 species of birds are found here. Centro Ceremonial Indígena de Tibes (more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce 787-840-2255 787-840-5685 787-259-2015FX Rt 503 Km 2.2. www.visitponce.com This major pre-historical site dates back to 400 AD. An impressive museum and archaeological grounds with evidence of Igneri and Pre-Taíno cultures. Children under 5 free. Free guided tours, special fares for groups of 30 or more and a video presentation about the discovery, history and Indian heritage is shown. Centro Cultural Angel R. Ortíz (more) > Puerto Rico > Aibonito 787-735-6093 787-735-6093FX 787-735-3237FX Rt 14 Km 51.8. A small building that served as one of the historic rest stops for walkers and riders. It is now a museum maintained by the Instituto de Cultura Puertorriqueña. Centro Cultural de Barceloneta (more) > Puerto Rico > Barceloneta 787-846-4199 787-846-3400 787-846-4199FX 57 Georgetti Ave. www.barcelonetapr.com Cultural center and museum featuring a display of Taíno artifacts. Centro Cultural de Ponce Carmen Solá de Pereira (more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce 787-841-8044 787-284-4141 ext 2245 2246 787-259-1316FX Cristina St. #70. www.visitponce.com This structure was designed in 1870. Diverse art expositions,as well as activities of educational and cultural nature take place at the Ponce Cultural Center. Centro Cultural Juanita Arenas (more) > Puerto Rico > Hormigueros 787-849-2515 787-849-1251FX 787-849-4072FX Mateos Fajardo St. close to the City Hall. A center for performing arts also used by local schools. Centro de Arte (more) > Puerto Rico > Humacao 787-852-3066 787-850-6767FX City Hall. Changing expositions and art workshops. Centro de Arte A. Franceschi (more) > Puerto Rico > Yauco 787-267-0350 787-267-0350FX 25 de Julio St. Museum of Art and Culture in a house built in 1907. Centro de Arte y Cultura (more) > Puerto Rico > Luquillo 787-633-1096 215-252-7020FX 65th Ave. Flyover, past Luquillo Beach. Centro de Bellas Artes de Caguas (more) > Puerto Rico > Caguas 787-744-8833 787-743-3400 787-746-6562FX Ruíz Belvis St. at José Mercado St. www.caguas.gov.pr Performing arts center. Centro de Bellas Artes de Guayama (more) > Puerto Rico > Guayama 787-864-7765 787-864-5070FX Rt 3 (Mc Arthur St.). www.guayamapr.net A new art center exhibiting historical artifacts and paintings in the 11 exhibition rooms of this beautifully restored classic building. Centro de Bellas Artes Juan L. Arroyo (more) > Puerto Rico > Aguada 787-868-0622 787-868-6242 787-252-0177FX Paz St. & Manuel Ruíz Gonzalez St. aguadapuertorico.com Opened in 2000, this theater houses the Dept. of Culture and Tourism, an auditorium (cap. 789), the Café Theater and an exposition hall. Centro de Bellas Artes L.A. Ferré (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Santurce 787-724-4747 787-721-2223FX Ponce de León Ave. Stop 22. www.cba.gobierno.pr Inaugurated in 1981, the Center is one of the key cultural resources of Puerto Rico. A beautiful facility, it features ongoing workshops for local artists and presentations of internationally renowned artists from around the world. Centro de las Artes y las Fuentes de los Manaties (more) > Puerto Rico > Manatí 787-884-3428 787-854-2274FX Padial St. & Baldorioty St. www.atenas.com/gotomanati This 1925 Plaza del Mercado (Market Place) has been fully restored and is now a center for the arts, home of the Manatí Youth Symphony Orchestra as well as the Youth Choir (two excellent musical organizations). Centro Histórico Turístico Cibuco (more) > Puerto Rico > Corozal 787-859-8079 787-859-0213FX Rt 818 Km 2.5, Bo. Cibuco. Hacienda Aurora shows furniture, the local sugar industry and Corozal's history. Grounds include petroglyphs, an artificial lake, artisans walk, ecological path and a monument. Centro Musical José Ignacio Quintón (more) > Puerto Rico > Caguas 787-744-4075 787-744-4110FX 787-258-5189FX Ruiz Belvis St. at Intendente Ramírez. Musical center. Artistic resources available. Centro Recreacional La Charca (more) > Puerto Rico > Aguas Buenas 787-732-3872 787-732-0561FX Rt 174 Km 19.1, Bo. Mulas. Offers multi-use room, pool, picnic area with Bohíos, playgrounds and a garden. Cerro El Almirante (more) > Puerto Rico > Cidra 787-739-6145 787-714-0530 787-714-0590FX Rt 173, Rabanal Barrio. www.cidrapr.com This mountain can be seen from the road. Cerro La Santa (more) > Puerto Rico > Cayey 787-738-3211 787-738-7865FX 787-738-3325FX Rt 184 at Guavate at Rt 181. A mountain peak (2962 ft/ 903m) between Cayey and San Lorenzo. Cerro La Tiza (more) > Puerto Rico > Comerío 787-875-7075 787-875-1872 787-875-0380FX Rt 156 Km 35.1 Bo. Cedrito. www.comerio.gobierno.pr Enjoy the natural beauty of this prominent rocky hill 2,000 feet above sea level. Spectacular panoramic view of the Island and the Atlantic Ocean. The unique soil gives Monte Tiza (Chalk Mountain) its name. Cerro Punta (more) > Puerto Rico > Jayuya 787-828-1241 787-828-4586FX Rt 113, can be seen from Rt 143 toward the North. www.jayuya.puertorico.pr/turismo.htm One of the tallest peaks on the Island at 4389 feet. Channels (more) > Puerto Rico > Lajas: La Parguera 787-899-1660 787-899-1335 787-899-1860FX Off the coast of Parguera. An area where more than 30 mangrove cays and islands form ornate channels. On the weekend, locals often visit one of the mangrove areas for an impromptu gathering. Go to the dock by the plaza to arrange a trip. Charco Azul (more) > Puerto Rico > Cayey 787-738-3211 787-738-7865FX 787-738-3325FX Rt 184 toward Guavate. Charco Azul (blue pool) (more) > Puerto Rico > Patillas 787-839-5929 787-839-5929FX Carite Forest, Rt 184. www.leonespatillas.com Picnic and recreation area. Permit required for large groups only. Charco Mangó (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas 787-829-5039 787-829-4116FX 787-829-0686FX Rt 525, Bo Limaní. Small waterfall near town. Chorro de Doña Juana (more) > Puerto Rico > Orocovis 787-867-5000 787-867-1787 787-867-0455FX Rt 149 Km 41.3. www.orocovispr.com/ Impressive waterfall. Chorro de Doña Juana (more) > Puerto Rico > Villalba 787-847-8025 787-643-6390 787-847-1528FX Rt 149 Km 41.3. Impressive waterfall. Chorros de Perico (more) > Puerto Rico > Cidra 787-739-6145 787-714-0530 787-714-0590FX www.cidrapr.com Waterfall between the Barrios Montellano and Ceiba. Chu-Chu Train (more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce 787-284-3338 787-284-4141 787-259-1316FX Front of The Fire House Museum. www.visitponce.com This $2 dollar tour provides a visiting a wide-ranging tour of the city. Tickets available at the Firehouse Museum. Cibuco Convention Center (more) > Puerto Rico > Corozal 787-859-3060 787-859-2268FX Rt 818 Km2.5, Bo Cibuco. A convention center with a seating capacity of 12,000 sq/ft. Expected completion date-end of 2008. Club Gallístico de Puerto Rico (more) > Puerto Rico > Carolina: Isla Verde 787-791-1557 787-791-6743FX 6600 Isla Verde Ave. clubgallisticopuertorico.com Hosting a traditional Puerto Rican sport, this cock fighting arena offers closed circuit TV, extensive parking, two bars and a restaurant Coliseo Deportivo de Naranjito (more) > Puerto Rico > Naranjito 787-869-9388 787-869-2200 787-869-7416FX Rt 147 Km 0.5. Under construction. Comité Olímpico de PR (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan 787-723-3890 787-721-6805 # 13 Constitucion St. www.olimpur.com/ Complejo Deportivo Hermanos Miura (more) > Puerto Rico > Hormigueros 787-849-2047 787-849-2525 787-849-4170FX Rt 345 Km 0.7. A sports complex that includes basketball, tennis courts, batting practice area, pool, gym and more. Bobby Cruz Convention Center. Complejo Recreativo Guarionex (Ismael Ríos) (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas 787-829-5039 787-829-4116FX 787-829-0686FX Rudolfo Gonzalez St., Sector Desvio. A recreational facility, includes pool and ball courts. Complejo Recreativo Tortuguero (more) > Puerto Rico > Vega Baja 787-807-1830 787-855-5905 787-858-4101FX Rt 687. www.vegabaja.gov.pr Recreational area with tennis courts, playgrounds, running track, Olympic-size pool, and the Rodrigo Otero Suro Gymnasium. Confiteria Franco (more) > Puerto Rico > Mayagüez 787-832-0070 787-832-0072 Méndez Vigó St. & Manuel Pirallo St. www.brazogitano.com/ A confectionery store famous for the "Brazo Gitano" (a jelly filled roll). Corralón de San José (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan San José St. & Luna St. www.icp.gobierno.pr/tyd/corralon.htm Currently used as an acting school, this building is one of Puerto Rico's very first theaters. It is also the only building of the Spanish Comedic Corral style. Built in the 18th century with characteristic roofed interior balconies. Cueva de los Tamarindos (more) > Puerto Rico > Barceloneta 787-846-4199 787-846-3400 787-846-4199FX Rt 681, 1.5 Km west of the Río Grande delta. www.barcelonetapr.com In 1975, 19 ancient petroglyphs were found similar to the ones in the Centro Ceremonial Indígena of Caguana. Cueva del Indio