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Truly a unique destination, San Juan mixes the charm and culture of Europe, the exotic pulse of Latin America, and the familiarity of the U.S. along with beautiful beaches, lush rainforests, and an amazing history. And to make this Caribbean vacation destination even better, no passports are required for U.S. citizens! 

Things to Do in San Juan

Old San Juan

Take a stroll through the city and discover 500+ years of history and heritage, stop along the way at a sidewalk cafe, and be prepared to find the perfect photo opportunity around every corner. 

El Morro

The fort offers 400 years of military history and breathtaking ocean views. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy it on the expansive lawn out front. 

El Yunque

Located 25 miles from Old San Juan, El Yunque is a subtropical rainforest with walking and hiking trails, picturesque waterfalls, and more than 240 species of plants and wildlife. 

Shopping

Old San Juan is a shopper’s paradise with a wealth of jewelry stores, art galleries, clothing boutiques, and local artisan shops. Large retailers can be found at two nearby shopping malls — The Mall of San Juan and the 300-store, Plaza Las Americas. For luxury brands, explore Ashford Avenue in Condado.

Nightlife

San Juan is filled with clubs offering live salsa music, some of the best DJs spinning the latest dance tunes, smooth jazz spots, and more. In addition, most of the larger San Juan hotels have casinos for more late night action. To fit in like a local, dress up when going out. 

Rum Tour

A whopping 70% of the rum consumed in the world comes from Puerto Rico and many of the distilleries — including Bacardi — offer tours.

Bioluminescent Bays

Puerto Rico has three bioluminescent bays, which is where tiny micro-organisms seem to light up the water at night when disturbed by movement in the water, such as a kayak paddle or hand. Choose a moonless night for the best experience.

Dining

Considered by some to be the gastronomic capital of the Caribbean, San Juan’s restaurants serve up tempting tastes from around the world — but the best is the Puerto Rican culinary tradition that combines native, Spanish, and African cultures into one amazing dining experience. Be sure to try the trinity of Puerto Rican dishes — asopao, a hearty soup made with chicken, vegetables and rice; lechon, a whole roasted pork; and mofongo, mashed plantains, seasoned with onions and garlic, often served as a starch side dish, but best served stuffed with shrimp or pork. End your meal with a cup of Puerto Rican coffee — some of the finest in the world.

IMPORTANT FACTS Luis Munoz Marin International Airport Airport Code – SJU Airport Address San Juan, Puerto Rico Check-in Information Ticket counters are not open for in-person check-in and baggage check until two hours prior to departure at all designated Sun Country locations. Please arrive with proper identification to allow for check-in requirements and security processing. Ticket Counter Terminal B, Sun Country Ticket Counter Closes one hour prior to flight departure Useful Information Currency U.S. Dollar Electricity 110V, the same as the U.S. and Canada. Entry requirements No passport required for U.S. citizens Language Both English and Spanish are the official languages. Most Puerto Ricans in the service industry speak English.  Time zone The same as Atlantic Time in the U.S. Two hours later than Central Time. Puerto Rico does not observe Daylight Savings Time. Transportation For getting around the city, a taxi is your best mode of transportation and then once in Old San Juan, walking is by far the most enjoyable way to explore; there is also a trolley that runs in the area. Local buses have a route running between the hotels in Isla Verde and Condado to Old San Juan. If traveling out of the city, a rental car is a good option — roads are in good condition and signage is like that of the U.S.