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Military Mistakes, Military Marvels: Old San Juan’s Fortifications
By:Travel and Sports Staff, June-2008
For almost 300 years, from Puerto Rico’s colonization in 1508 until the early 1800s, the Island’s strategic location at the Gateway to the West Indies made it a constant target for enemy powers in the Caribbean. Consequently, San Juan (today’s Old San Juan) was a Spanish military town. Defense was of primary concern; everything else suffered.
Even so, defense building did not get off to a promising start. The first fort was Casa Blanca, a blockhouse of limited military use, built in 1523. This was the residence ... (more)
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| | Children's Theatre > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan > Now 01/01/2008 to 12/31/2008
| | Kids will enjoy clowns, puppets, games and music among other fun activities.
| | Discover the Nature of Old San Juan > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan > Now 01/01/2008 to 12/31/2008
| | A guided walk through the streets of Old San Juan to learn about the diverse components of this historic city's ecology and discover how the varied ecology impacted the city’s development. Fridays and Saturdays at 9am. Reservations required.
| | Exhibición Sala Miguel Domenech > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan > Now 01/01/2008 to 12/31/2008
| | The rotating art exhibit at La Princesa, headquarters of the PRTC. Puerto Rico Images in Art. A collection by about 25 artists.
| | Gallery Nights of Old San Juan > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan > Now 09/01/2008 to 05/31/2009
| | A special night when the galleries in Old San Juan stay open late for your perusal.
| | La Casita Festival > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan > Now 01/01/2008 to 12/31/2008
| | Prominent Puerto Rican musicians, dance groups, painters and artisans perform and display their works.
| | Puerto Rican Music Festival > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan > Now 01/01/2008 to 12/31/2008
| | Classical and folk music festivals held throughout the year at different locations around the Island.
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|  | Chateau Cervantes
$225-975 (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-724-7722
787-289-8909FX
$225-975, 12 
Recinto Sur St. #329.
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A boutique style hotel, featuring personalized service.Exquisite designer decor, featuring local talents.Restaurant Panza offers fine dining seasonal cuisine.Limousine service from LMM Int'l Airport.A luxury location in every sense!
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| | | Da House Hotel
$80-120 (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-977-1180
787-977-1182
787-977-1181FX
$80-120, 20
Calle San Francisco #312.
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A true taste of 500 year old Spanish colonial history.For the budget minded!Stroll the cobbled streets and relax.Rooms exhibit available works by local artists.
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| | | Hotel El Convento
$355-1500 (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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800-468-2779
787-723-9020
787-721-2877FX
$355-1500, 58
100 Cristo St.
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Enjoy the intimate charm of our historical landmark.Luxurious homelike hotel, in the heart of Old San Juan.Set in a 16th-century former convent.Rooms & suites tailored to the sophisticated traveler.Fabulous Tapas bar, excellent restaurants.
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| | | Howard Johnson Plaza De Armas
$159-199 (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-722-9191
866-321-9191
787-725-3091FX
$159-199, 51
202 San José St.
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Located in the heart of Old San JuanCatering to both foreign & domestic tourists.Wonderful view of Old San Juan.Near major tourist attractions.
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| | | Milano Hotel
$95-185 (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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877-729-9050
787-729-9050
787-722-3379FX
$95-185, 30
307 Fortaleza St.
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Our colonial architecture dates to the early 19th century.Rooms have cable TV, phone & mini-refrigerators.Panorama Bar & Latin Grill located on the roof.Bar and grill offers a spectacular view of San Juan Bay.We are located in the heart of Old San Juan.
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| | | S.J. Suites Hotel
$150-275 (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-725-1351
787-977-4873
787-977-7682FX
$150-275, 15
Fortaleza St. #253.
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Enjoy the privacy and comfort of Old San Juan.Experience the wonders of a 500 year old city.Our private art gallery is available for you to see or buy.Exclusive suites for your comfort.Continental breakfast every morning.
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| | | Sheraton Old San Juan Hotel
$265-575 (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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866-376-7577
787-721-5100
787-721-1111FX
$265-575, 240
100 Brumbaugh St.
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We are on the waterfront in historic Old San Juan.Upscale meetings hotel with 12,634 sq ft of meeting space.Rooftop pool & health club. Thrilling on site casino.Fully equipped guest rooms with high speed Internet access.Starwood Preferred Guest and Preferred Planner Programs.
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| | Butterfly People
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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| | | Estudio Roberto Parrilla
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-722-2732
787-722-2732FX
360 Luna St.
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| | | Galería Botello
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-723-9987
787-723-2879
787-724-6776FX
208 Cristo St.
www.botello.com
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Angel Botello's work is displayed here. Bronze sculptures and antique paintings.
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| | | Galería Exodo
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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| | | Galería La Princesa
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-721-2400
787-725-4417FX
Compañía de Turismo de PR, Paseo La Princesa.
www.gotopuertorico.com
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Art Gallery, during the holiday season nativity related art is on display.
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| | | Galería Mora La Casita Vieja
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-721-3454
54 San José St.
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Original paintings by father and son Enrique Mora and E. Mora Senior.
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| | | Galería Olé
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-724-2445
787-222-5304FX
251 San José St.
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Puerto Rican and Latin American Art Craft, Original Panama Hats, Antiques, Fine Art.
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| | | Galería W. Labiosa
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-721-2848
787-724-3008FX
200 Tetuán St.
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| | | Gallery Inn, The
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-722-1808
787-977-3929FX
204 Norzagaray St.
www.thegalleryinn.com
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Art gallery, Artist studios, banquets & concerts
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| | | La Perla: Abiertamente
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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La Perla Community.
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"La Perla:Abiertamente" by Ana Rosa Rivera Marrero.
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| | | Old San Juan Artisans
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-721-2400
787-723-0692
787-723-8392FX
www.gotopuertorico.com
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As you weave your way through the shops of Old San Juan, you will find some of the best examples of work produced by artisans throughout Puerto Rico. Call this number for a list of artisans in San Juan.
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| | | Puerto Rican Arts and Crafts
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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| | | Sala de Exhibiciones Rafael Carrión Pacheco
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-722-7389
787-721-5254FX
206 Tetuán St. Banco Popular Bldg. 3rd Fl.
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On Rails : another way of moving in Old San Juan. An exhibit presenting a proposed evolution of light rail transportation in Old San Juan (Includes a 38'long mockup, with OSJ structures.
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| | | Sala de Exposiciones, Escuela de Artes Plásticas de P.R.
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-725-1522
787-725-8111FX
End of Norzagaray St., front of El Morro.
www.eap.edu
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| | | Skate Park
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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Parque del Tercer Milenio, North of Luis Muñoz Rivera Park.
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"Skate Park" by Vito Acconci.
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| | | Taller Galería En Blanco
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-721-2646
107 San José St.
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| | Antigua Cárcel de La Princesa
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-721-2400
787-725-4417FX
West Recinto St. & La Princesa St.
www.gotopuertorico.com
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Beautifully restored building now home to rotating art exhibits and the executive office of the Puerto Rico Tourism Company. Guided tours by reservation.
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| | | Antigua Diputación Provincial
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-722-2121
787-725-7303FX
Front of Plaza de Armas.
www.estado.gobierno.pr
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On the Plaza de Armas, this recently restored example of late-neoclassical architecture houses the Puerto Rican State Department.
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| | | Antiguo Arsenal de la Marina Española
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-724-1877
787-725-5608FX
La Puntilla St.
icp.gobierno.pr
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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.
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| | | Asilo de Beneficencia, ICP
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-724-0700
787-724-8488
787-723-1822FX
End of Norzagaray St.
www.icp.gobierno.pr
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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.
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| | | Capilla del Cristo
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-724-0700
787-724-8488
787-723-1822FX
Cristo St.
www.icp.gobierno.pr
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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.
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| | | Capitolio de Puerto Rico
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-724-1565
787-724-4648
787-977-2224FX
Ponce de León Ave.
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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.
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| | | Casa Blanca
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-725-1454
787-977-2700
787-723-7837FX
1 San Sebastián St.
icp.gobierno.pr
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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.
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| | | Casa de España
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-724-1044
787-722-3611
787-725-7623FX
9 Ponce de León Ave.
www.galeon.com/casaespana
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This historic building is a cultural center with exhibits and year-round activities. Rooms can be rented for private events, such as weddings.
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| | | Casa de la Familia Puertorriqueña del Siglo XIX
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-977-2700
787-977-2701
787-723-7837FX
319 Fortaleza St. & Callejón de la Capilla.
icp.gobierno.pr
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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.
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| | | Casa de Ramón Power y Giralt
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-722-5882
787-722-5834
787-722-5872FX
155 Tetuán St.
www.fideicomiso.org
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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.
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| | | Casa del Ayuntamiento-Casa Alcaldía
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-724-7171
787-721-6363
787-977-4845FX
San Francisco St.
www.sanjuancapital.com
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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.
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| | | Casa del Libro
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-723-0354
787-723-0354FX
255 Cristo St.
www.lacasadellibro.org
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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.
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| | | Catedral de San Juan
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-722-0861
787-722-0861FX
151 Cristo St.
www.catedralsanjuan.com
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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.
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| | | Comité Olímpico de PR
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| | | Corralón de San José
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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San José St. & Luna St.
www.icp.gobierno.pr/tyd/corralon.htm
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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.
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| | | Fuerte San Cristóbal
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-729-6777
787-729-6960
787-289-7165FX
501 Norzagaray St.
www.nps.gov/saju
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Largest military fortification in the Americas. Used to protect the city from land attacks and El Morro's partner in defending San Juan. Its oldest section was built in 1634, and last redesigned in 1783. On 20 acres, reaching a height of 150 feet. A US National Park since 1949 and a World Heritage Site since 1983. Great tour and great view of the cruise ships in the bay.
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| | | Fuerte San Felipe del Morro
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-729-6777
787-289-7972FX
501 Norzagaray St.
www.nps.gov/saju
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Part of the largest and best-preserved Spanish fortifications in the New World. Sited at the entrance to San Juan Bay to protect the city from sea attacks and serve as the gateway to New Spain. Started in 1540, it took 250 years to take its present form. It has 6 levels, reaches a height of 140 feet and has walls up to 20 feet thick. A unit of the US National Park Service since 1949 and a World Heritage Site since 1983. A great tour.
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| | | Galería Nacional
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-977-2700
787-977-2701
787-723-7837FX
Convento de los Dominicos, Norzagaray St.
icp.gobierno.pr
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This gallery is located in the old Santo Domingo Convent, a colonial structure of the 16th century. It displays a collection of Puerto Rican paintings that belongs to the National Collection of the Institute of Puerto Rican Culture.
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| | | Iglesia de Santa Ana
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| | | Iglesia San José
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-725-7501
Plaza San José.
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Currently closed for restoration. This is the second oldest church (1532) in the Western Hemisphere. It features many historic religious artifacts and a remarkable series of vaulted ceilings. Ponce de León's coat of arms hangs above the altar.
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| | | La Fortaleza
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-721-7000 ext 2211 2323
787-723-6068FX
787-977-5025FX
1 Fortaleza St.
www.fortaleza.gobierno.pr
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Also known as Palacio de Santa Catalina, this beautiful palazzo has been the home to governors of Puerto Rico since 1544. It is recognized as the oldest Executive Mansion in continuous use in the Western Hemisphere and in 1983 was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. An architectural jewel worth visiting. Guided tours of the gardens in English (every hour on the hour) and Spanish. Tours are subject to change without notice. Entrance Fee is a suggested donation of $3.00 per person, reservations required for groups over 15 persons. Call for schedule. We reserve the right of admisson.
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| | | La Muralla (City Wall)
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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Begun in the 1700s, this massive 42-ft-high wall still surrounds Old San Juan.
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| | | Monumento de la Recordación
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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Ponce de Leon Blvd, behind Capitolio de PR.
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A Memorial granite wall listing the names of soldiers from Puerto Rico that have fallen in battle since WWI.
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| | | Museo de la Farmacia
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-977-2700
787-977-2701
787-723-7837FX
319 Fortaleza St.
icp.gobierno.pr
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Located on the first floor of the Casa del Callejón, this museum displays objects and equipment characteristic of small, 19th century Puerto Rican pharmacies.
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| | | Museo de Las Américas
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-724-5052
787-722-2848FX
Antiguo Cuartel Infanteria Ballajá, Norzagaray.
www.museolasamericas.org
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On the second floor of the Antiguo Cuartel de Infantería de Ballajá. This museum presents, in permanent and rotating exhibits, a vision of the history and cultures of the Americas from the Pre-Colombian era to the present.
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| | | Museo de Nuestra Raíz Africana
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-724-4294
787-977-2700
787-723-7837FX
Casa de los Contrafuertes, Plaza San José.
www.icp.gobierno.pr
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The mission of the Museum is to further the knowledge and appreciation of the diversity of the African culture in the Puerto Rican community and to demonstrate the different connections between African and Puerto Rican culture.
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| | | Museo de San Juan
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-724-1875
787-723-2812FX
150 Norzagaray.
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The permanent exhibition portrays San Juan's history from its natural origins to today. The temporary hall hosts major exhibitions on a rotating basis. The New Tendencies Hall features contemporary Puerto Rican artists.
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| | | Museo del Niño
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-722-3791
787-725-7214
787-723-2058FX
Plaza de la Catedral.
www.museodelninopr.org
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A very popular hands-on children's museum with educational exhibits. Next to the El Convento Hotel.
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| | | Museo Felisa Rincón de Gautier
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-723-1897
787-724-7239
787-722-7229FX
51 Caleta de San Juan.
www.preb.com/biog/felisar.htm
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Felisa Rincón de Gautier was the first woman mayor of San Juan. She served the city for 22 years. This museum, in a classic Old San Juan home, displays historical documents and artifacts reflecting this remarkable woman and her times.
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| | | Museo Pablo Casals
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-723-9185
787-722-3338FX
Plaza San José.
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This small and intimate museum is the Spanish master's legacy to the people of Puerto Rico. The museum collection includes manuscripts, photographs and a library of videotapes of Festival Casals concerts (played on request).
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| | | Parque de las Palomas
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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Atop the City Wall overlooking La Princesa, the bay and the cruise ship docks. A famous park where families with young children go to feed the pigeons.
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| | | Plaza de Armas
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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This plaza, featuring four statues representing the four seasons, is the central plaza for Old San Juan and has served as a meeting place for generations.
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| | | Plaza de Colón
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A beautiful fountain and statue of Christopher Columbus grace this plaza on the east side of Old San Juan. The plaza honors the 400th anniversary of Columbus' discovery of Puerto Rico.
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| | | Plaza de la Catedral
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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Cristo St.
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A very comfortable small plaza in front of the Catedral de San Juan. Beautiful trees and sculpture.
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| | | Plaza de la Dársena
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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West of Pier 1, surrounding La Casita.
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Site of the La Casita Festival and the major PRTC information office at the cruise ship piers.
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| | | Plaza del Inmigrante
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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Paseo Gilberto Concepción de Gracia (front of piers).
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A small plaza where there is a bust dedicated to those who have arrived to the Island looking for a better life.
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| | | Plaza del Quinto Centenario
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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The cornerstone of Puerto Rico's commemoration of the 500th anniversary of Columbus' discovery of the New World in 1492. Dominated by a giant stone pillar.
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| | | Plaza San José
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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San Sebastian St. & del Cristo St.
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A historic plaza, best known for the statue of Juan Ponce de León. Bordered on the north side by the San José church and on the east side by the Pablo Casals Museum.
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| | | Plazuela de la Rogativa
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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On the city wall above the San Juan Gate, this plaza commemorates a successful effort by a bishop leading a torchlight procession to frighten off the British during a 1797 attack on the city.
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| | | Puerta de San Juan
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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Dating back to 1520, this is one of the few remaining original entrances in the city wall. Passing through the gate, you can walk along the city wall to the La Princesa fountain.
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| | | Raíces Fountain
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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Paseo de la Princesa.
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A beautiful major fountain that celebrates the heritage of the people of Puerto Rico.
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| | | Teatro Tapia
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-721-0180
787-721-0169
787-723-2073FX
Plaza Colón.
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This elegant theater, constructed in 1832, is one of the oldest theaters in the Western Hemisphere. It still hosts a variety of fine arts: plays, ballets and concerts.
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| | Sheraton Old San Juan Casino
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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866-376-7577
787-721-5100
787-721-1111FX
Sheraton Old San Juan Hotel.
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Voted the "friendliest" casino in San Juan, enjoy our warm and welcoming atmosphere, while playing one of our 309 state-of-the-art slot machines, table games including Blackjack, Caribbean Stud, Roulette.
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| | 1797 English Attack Re-enactment
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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216-538-0475
04/20/2009 - 04/22/2009
El Morro and San Cristobal forts.
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This is a re-enactment of the defensive battle against the British invasion of 1797. True daily life is featured with uniforms of the different troops in an actual encampment.
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| | | Children's Theatre
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-721-2400 ext 3901
787-722-1709
787-722-5208FX
Year-round 01/01/2008 - 12/31/2008
Paseo de la Princesa.
www.gotopuertorico.com
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Kids will enjoy clowns, puppets, games and music among other fun activities.
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| | | Discover the Nature of Old San Juan
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-722-5882
787-722-5834
787-722-5872FX
Year-round 01/01/2008 - 12/31/2008
Casa Ramón Power y Giralt, 155 Tetuán St.
www.fideicomiso.org
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A guided walk through the streets of Old San Juan to learn about the diverse components of this historic city's ecology and discover how the varied ecology impacted the city’s development. Fridays and Saturdays at 9am. Reservations required.
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| | | Exhibición Sala Miguel Domenech
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-721-2400
787-725-4417FX
Year-round 01/01/2008 - 12/31/2008
La Princesa, Paseo La Princesa.
www.gotopuertorico.com
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The rotating art exhibit at La Princesa, headquarters of the PRTC. Puerto Rico Images in Art. A collection by about 25 artists.
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| | | Gallery Nights of Old San Juan
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-721-2400 ext 3901
787-722-1709
787-722-5208FX
Now 09/01/2008 - 05/31/2009
www.gotopuertorico.com
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A special night when the galleries in Old San Juan stay open late for your perusal.
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| | | La Casita Festival
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-721-2400 ext 3901
787-722-1709
787-722-5208FX
Year-round 01/01/2008 - 12/31/2008
Plaza de la Dársena, adjacent to Pier 1.
www.gotopuertorico.com
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Prominent Puerto Rican musicians, dance groups, painters and artisans perform and display their works.
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| | | Puerto Rican Music Festival
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-724-1844
787-721-5274
787-721-4467FX
Year-round 01/01/2008 - 12/31/2008
Instituto de Cultura Puertorriqueña, 98 Norzagaray St.
www.icp.gobierno.pr
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Classical and folk music festivals held throughout the year at different locations around the Island.
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| | | Puerto Rico Danza Week
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-724-1844
787-721-5274
787-721-4467FX
05/10/2009 - 05/19/2009
98 Norzagaray St., Instituto de Cultura.
www.icp.gobierno.pr
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This week commemorates what is, perhaps, the top artistic expression of the Puerto Rican culture: the danza music. Local composers, such as Juan Morell Campos, were inspired to write about romantic confessions, lost loves and shared affections, which became the predominant themes in this type of music that is characterized by soft, engaging melodies. Our national anthem, La Borinqueña, is Puerto Rico's best-known and most sentimental danza.
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| | | San Sebastián Street Festival
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-725-7559
787-725-5674FX
01/17/2009 - 01/20/2009
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Annual festival held on San Sebastián Street. Nightly celebrations with music, processions, typical food, graphic arts and handicrafts exhibitions. A major event.
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| | | Three Kings Day
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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01/06/2009 - 01/06/2009
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Traditionally the gift-giving day in Puerto Rico. Children open the gifts left the night before by the Three Kings. Island-wide festivals with music, parades, puppet shows & troubadours. An all-day gift-giving is held for children in Old San Juan.
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| | Aguaviva Seaside Latino Cuisine
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-722-0665
787-724-2535FX
364 Fortaleza St.
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Puerto Rican, Seafood, Steak.
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| | | Al Dente
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-723-7303
787-724-7224FX
309 Recinto Sur St.
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| | | Amadeus
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-722-8635
787-721-6720FX
106 San Sebastián St.
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| | | Café Amapola
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-723-8282
787-392-9811
# 280 Norzagaray.
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| | | Café Berlin
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-722-5205
407 San Francisco St.
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Puerto Rican, Seafood, Vegetarian.
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| | | Café Puerto Rico
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-724-2281
787-721-5679FX
208 O'Donnell St.
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Puerto Rican, Seafood, Steak.
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| | | Caña
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-723-9200
Hotel El Convento.
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Puerto Rican. Club: Tropical.
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| | | Carli Café Concierto
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-725-4927
Recinto Sur & San Justo, Banco Popular Plaza.
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Caribbean, Seafood, Steak. Club: Jazz, Piano Bar.
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| | | Club Lazer
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-721-4479
787-722-4269FX
251 Cruz St.
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Club: Hip Hop, R&B, Reggae.
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| | | Club Le Cirque
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-725-3246
357 San Francisco St.
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Chinese/Asian, Caribbean. Club: Reggae, Techno.
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| | | Dragonfly
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-977-3886
787-724-2535FX
364 Fortaleza St.
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Chinese/Asian, Puerto Rican.
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| | | El Patio de Sam
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-723-1149
787-723-8802FX
102 San Sebastián St.
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| | | El Picoteo
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-723-9200
787-723-9020
787-721-2877FX
Hotel El Convento.
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| | | Hard Rock Café
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-724-7625
787-724-7776FX
253 Recinto Sur St.
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| | | Il Perugino
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-722-5481
787-977-3231FX
105 Cristo St.
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| | | La Danza Restaurant
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-723-1642
787-722-5200FX
56 Fortaleza St.
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Puerto Rican, Seafood, Steak.
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| | | La Mallorquina
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-722-3261
787-722-3261FX
207 San Justo St.
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| | | Lupi's Mexican Grill & Sports Cantina
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-722-1874
787-724-4372FX
313 Recinto Sur.
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| | | Makarios
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-723-8653
787-977-3409FX
361 Tetuán St.
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Greek, Italian. Club: Hip Hop, Salsa, Merengue, Techno.
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| | | Maria's
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-721-1678
204 Cristo St.
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| | | Mofongo Criollo Cuisine & Bar
(more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan
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787-725-6680
787-725-6670FX
Sheraton Plaza, next to Sheraton Hotel.
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