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Puerto Rico see + do
When it comes to sightseeing, most people head straight to Old San Juan. It's not a bad idea, as the cobblestone streets lead to some of the island's best sights, including the atmospheric old fort of El Morro. Many also take a day trip east to see El Yunque, the only rain forest within the U.S. National Forest System. But traveling farther afield can be just as rewarding, with sights like the waterfront trails of the Reserva Natural Las Cabezas de San Juan in the east or the underground caves of Parque de las Cavernas del Río Camuy in the northwest.
Juan Ponce de León—who took a break from his search for the fountain of youth to found San Juan—had a house built for himself here in 1521. He...more
The trompe l'oeil painting lining the inside of the dome makes this cathedral worth a peek (clever use of perspective makes the roof look twice as...more
Once one of the island's largest coffee plantations, the 1838 Hacienda Buena Vista has been restored to give a look at rural life in the colonial era. The most...more
Until a few years ago, most locals had little hope for San Juan's former general hospital. The historic 1920s landmark stood empty for years—until, in...more
This stunning series of underground caverns, about 70 miles southwest of San Juan, encloses one of the largest subterranean rivers in the world. A tram takes...more
This nature reserve about 35 miles east of San Juan is crisscrossed with wooden walkways that lead to mangrove forests and other ecosystems. One of the best...more
For locals, salsa is more than a dance—it's a way of life. Which is why the annual Congreso de la Salsa is so eagerly anticipated. Held at the fancy El...more
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