6 days in San Juan Itinerary

Founded by the Spanish in 1521, San Juan is the oldest city under U.S. jurisdiction and one of the oldest in the Americas.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Icacos Island and Palomino Island. You'll find plenty of places to visit near San Juan: El Yunque National Forest (El Yunque Rain Forest & Yokahu Observation Tower), Horseback Riding Tours (in Utuado) and Cueva del Indio (in Arecibo). Next up on the itinerary: explore the different monuments and memorials at Santa Maria Magdalena de Pazzis Cemetery, paddle through the water with a kayaking and canoeing tour, don't miss a visit to Fortaleza Street, and pause for some serene contemplation at Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista.

To see other places to visit, more things to do, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our San Juan trip planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiport is Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. In August in San Juan, expect temperatures between 89°F during the day and 78°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.