Things to do in Puerto Rico
Old San Juan Tours27 optionsSan Juan Snorkeling Tour12 optionsZiplining10 optionsBoat Tour San Juan43 optionsFajardo Snorkeling Tour19 optionsIcacos Island Tours20 optionsSan Juan Airport Taxi22 optionsCatamaran Cruises9 optionsKayaking Tours6 optionsSan Juan Kayaking Tour8 options4wd Tours9 optionsFajardo Boat Tour29 options
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San Juan & Loíza: UTV Can-Am Beach Drive with Piñones Food StopYou’ll drive your own Can-Am UTV along San Juan’s coastline into Loíza, guided by a local who knows every shortcut and snack stop. Taste fresh Piñones street food at a real chinchorreo, then cool off at La Pocita’s natural pool. Expect laughter, sandy shoes, and an easy sense of freedom you’ll want to hold onto long after you leave.
Icacos Island Half-Day Snorkel & Beach Tour FajardoYou board a 43-foot boat at Villa Marina and spend four to five hours at Icacos Island: snorkeling over the coral reef, eating a deli lunch and drinks on board, then relaxing on the beach. Snorkel gear, food, and all drinks are included. Morning tours start at 7am, afternoon tours at noon, with groups capped at 40 passengers.Is it for me?Book this if you want a half-day on the water without planning the boat, the snorkel site, or what to eat — the fixed schedule and included lunch mean you just show up at 7am or noon and spend the rest of the day in the water and on the sand.
San Juan: 2-Hour UTV Off-Road Tour & Karst TrailsYou drive a 2 or 4-seater UTV through karst trails, haystack mountains, and subtropical forest on a 2-hour guided tour 5 minutes from San Juan. The tour includes a safety briefing, helmet, professional guide, and rest stops. You'll need a valid driver's license, closed-toe shoes, and clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Arrive 30 minutes early for check-in at Hacienda Campo Rico.Is it for me?Book this if you want to drive yourself through real terrain and learn the landscape from someone who knows it, without arranging your own transport or figuring out which trails are rideable — the 2-hour structure and guided route handle that for you.
Fajardo Bio Bay Kayak Tour: Sunset with Marine Biologist GuideYou’ll paddle through Fajardo’s mangrove tunnels at sunset with a small group and a marine biologist guide who knows every inch of Laguna Grande. Expect to get wet (and maybe laugh at yourself), watch your hands light up with bioluminescence, and hear stories about local wildlife along the way. The feeling sticks with you long after you dry off.
El Yunque & Luquillo Beach Tour: Rainforest Walk & River SwimsA half-day tour of El Yunque National Forest and Luquillo Beach from San Juan area hotels, with a local guide leading a nature walk past La Coca Falls and the Puente Roto recreation site, then two hours at Luquillo Beach to swim or eat. Entry to the forest, round-trip transport and live commentary in English or Spanish are included; the guide meets you at your hotel at a time you confirm in advance.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to walk a rainforest and swim in mountain water without arranging transport or entry yourself — the guide meets you at your hotel, handles the timing and leads both the forest and the beach stops as one half-day loop.
San Juan: Mini Boat Tour & Historic Harbor with HelmYou pilot a 13-foot inflatable boat yourself while a local guide narrates the history of San Juan's fortresses, colonial old town, and working harbor. The tour includes life vest, soda, and passes Fort San Cristóbal, El Morro, and the mangrove channels where local wildlife lives. You need a valid driver's license and must be at least 18 to take the helm, and children can join if they're four or older and with an adult.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see San Juan's harbor and fortresses from the water and actually be in control of the boat—it's the difference between watching a place and moving through it yourself, and the guide handles the history while you focus on steering.
San Juan: Rainforest Hike, River Swim & Local Snacks TourYou’ll hike through lush rainforest near San Juan with a local guide who knows every plant and story along the way. Swim in a wild river pool (with an optional rope swing), then taste real Puerto Rican snacks at a roadside kiosk before heading back—muddy shoes and all—with new memories sticking around longer than you’d think.
Puerto Rico: Toroverde Beast Zipline Fast Run & HarnessYou’ll fly face-first across Puerto Rico’s lush hills on The Beast zipline at Toroverde Adventure Park—with a special harness, local guide support, and all gear included. Feel your heart race as you reach wild speeds over 1.4 km of open air, then laugh about your landing with new friends. This is one for your nerves—and your memory.
Vieques Bio Bay Kayak & Beach Day Trip from San JuanYou’ll catch the ferry from San Juan for a full day on Vieques—swimming at Sun Bay or Esperanza Beach, dinner along El Malecon’s lively waterfront, then paddling clear-bottom kayaks through Mosquito Bay’s glowing waters with local guides. It’s a long day but you’ll feel every moment—from salt on your skin to that unreal blue light under your boat.Is it for me?Book this one if you want the whole Vieques experience—beach, town, and the bio bay—without spending a night on the island; the same-day ferry schedule and fixed itinerary are what pack it all into one trip from San Juan.
San Juan: Ron del Barrilito Rum Tasting Tour & All-Star FlightYou’ll join a small group at Hacienda Santa Ana in Bayamón for a full Ron del Barrilito rum tasting—Dos Estrellas to Cinco Estrellas—guided by locals who know every barrel’s story. Includes a welcome cocktail, skip-the-line access, and time to linger over rare blends you can’t find anywhere else. Expect laughter, good stories, and flavors that stick with you long after you leave.
San Juan City Tour: Old, New & Local NeighborhoodsA private San Juan city tour with a licensed guide covers the neighborhoods tourists miss alongside the landmarks they expect—Calle Loiza's restaurant scene, Calle Cerra's murals, La Placita de Santurce market, Ocean Park, Condado, El Morro, La Perla, and the Capitol Building. The tour runs two hours with pickup included, air-conditioned transport, and bottled water. Minimum two passengers required.Is it for me?Book this tour if you've been to San Juan before or you want to skip the standard resort-area loop—the guide takes you through the neighborhoods locals actually visit, mixing street art, markets, and nightlife spots with the historical sites, so you're not just checking boxes at the famous landmarks.
San Juan: Private Highlights Driving Tour with PickupYou’ll ride through San Juan’s historic heart with a local guide, catch glimpses of El Morro’s thick walls and street art in Santurce, then taste fritters by the sea in Piñones—all with pickup included. Expect laughter, unexpected details, and moments that linger long after you’re back at your hotel.
San Juan: River Caving & Cueva del Indio with LunchYou swim and float through three cave systems in the Indio River north of San Juan, jump into turquoise pools surrounded by jungle, and explore Cueva del Indio while learning about Puerto Rico's indigenous history. Lunch and all transport are included; the full day takes eight hours with two hours of driving. You'll need moderate fitness and comfort in water.Is it for me?Book this if you want to swim and explore actual cave systems rather than visit a tourist attraction, and you'd rather not spend the day arranging your own transport to the north side of the island — the fixed itinerary and included lunch mean you show up and go, not plan.
Old San Juan Thermal Spa: Hot and Cold Plunge Pools, Saunas & GymLas Ruinas is a full-circuit thermal spa in Old San Juan where you move through heated pools, contrast plunges, three heat experiences (dry sauna, infrared sauna, eucalyptus steam room), a gym and a restorative lounge at your own pace. Every visit includes a robe, locker, unlimited fresh towels, herbal tea and light snacks. Minimum age is 18; the facility is open daily until 7 p.m., until 8 p.m. on weekends.Is it for me?Book this for your last morning or afternoon in San Juan when you have a few hours but don't want to leave the city — the self-guided pace means you move through the circuits at your own speed, and the lounge gives you a quiet place to reset before you head to the airport.
Old San Juan Walking Tour with Certified Local GuideYou walk through Old San Juan's colonial core with a certified guide for two hours, passing both castles, the Governor's Mansion, the old city gate, and a 16th-century church. The guide handles the history and context; you handle the camera. Wear good shoes and sunscreen, and plan to move at a steady pace through narrow streets and uneven cobblestones.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want Old San Juan's history and main landmarks in a compact timeframe without arranging a guide themselves. Two hours of steady walking on uneven cobblestones in heat is what lets you see everything and still have time to explore on your own afterward.
El Yunque: Rainforest Waterslides & Cliff Jump Small GroupYou’ll hike deep into El Yunque with a local guide, sliding down natural waterfalls and jumping into cool pools before crowds arrive. Safety gear’s provided—and after all that splashing around, there’s time for snacks or even an hour at Luquillo Beach if you choose the afternoon tour. You’ll leave muddy, tired, and oddly happy.
San Juan Bay: Small Group Sailing Tour & DrinksYou’ll board a real sailboat in San Juan Bay for a small group sailing tour with local drinks included. Expect up-close views of Old San Juan’s forts, stories from your captain, and moments where you forget about everything except the wind and sea spray. If you’re lucky, dolphins might show up too.
Puerto Rico Rainforest: Zipline Park Tour with PickupYou’ll get picked up right from your hotel in Puerto Rico and driven out to a rainforest zipline park where local guides help you gear up and glide above the canopy. Feel your nerves melt into excitement as you take in wild views and fresh air — then swap stories on the ride home.
San Juan: Snorkeling Escambrón Marine Park with TurtlesYou spend 45 minutes in the water with a certified guide, spotting tropical fish and turtles in a bay protected by historic reefs and ruins. Snorkeling gear is provided, and you have access to showers, lockers, and restrooms at the center before you leave. The bay is shallow enough to feel safe and deep enough to feel like you've actually been somewhere.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to snorkel without arranging gear or worrying about safety in open water—the protected bay and certified guide handle both. Plan for the full facility experience: the 45 minutes in the water is the centerpiece, but the showers and lockers afterward are part of what makes it work as a morning or afternoon outing in San Juan.
Old San Juan: Fruit Moonshine & Cream Liqueur TastingYou’ll taste five small-batch fruit-infused Pitorro rums plus two creamy liqueurs right in Old San Juan, guided by locals who share family stories and traditions. Expect laughter, new flavors (maybe even a surprise shot), and an easy stroll from the cruise port into Puerto Rican culture.
