Marmalade - Old San Juan, Puerto Rico

Disclaimer: Marmalade is my favorite fine dining restaurant in Puerto Rico..... attention to detail, service, consistency and a chef that genuinely loves his craft. I've lived many different including New York (the best food in the world in my opinion), and Marmalade is one of…

By Juan Solidad | Local Guide | San Juan, Puerto Rico

The Ultimate Old San Juan Restaurant Guide & Map 2023

The Best Restaurants & Dining in Old San Juan Curated by Local Guides. Old San Juan is Puerto Rico's historic district and the 16th century Spanish architecture, densely packed cobble stone streets, and the fact that it's the #1 tourist destination in Puerto Rico (partly…

By Juan Solidad | Local Guide | San Juan, Puerto Rico

The Best Food & Restaurants in Puerto Rico From Local Guides 

Puerto Rico has some amazing food, restaurant & dining options scattered all over the island. Traditional Puerto Rican food options abound for obvious reasons but you might be surprised at the quantity and diversity of the restaurant, kiosko (food kiosks) and food cart/food truck options.

By Juan Solidad | Local Guide | San Juan, Puerto Rico

Escambron Beach Old San Juan, Puerto Rico 

One of two sister beaches in Old San Juan, Escambron Beach is just the other side of a small peninsula from Playa El Escambron.... Escambron Beach is a beautiful beach with calm water and great snorkeling. All the amenities like public bathrooms and showers, life…

By Juan Solidad | Local Guide | San Juan, Puerto Rico

Playa El Escambron Beach Old San Juan, Puerto Rico

One of the few great beaches in Old San Juan, Playa El Escambron is a great beach in general and even more so if you are staying in Old San Juan. There are public bathrooms and showers, life gaurds, places to grab snacks and food…

By Juan Solidad | Local Guide | San Juan, Puerto Rico

The Best Beaches in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico

The best beaches in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico curated by local guides. Puerto Rico has a ton of awesome beaches but there are only a few in Old San Juan. Old San Juan is a historic district surrounded by cliffs and the walls of…

By Juan Solidad | Local Guide | San Juan, Puerto Rico

The Best Beaches in Puerto Rico From Local Guides

Puerto Rico has a ridiculous number of amazing beaches..... partly because the island is so large, but the main reason there are so many great beaches is due to the fact that all beaches in Puerto Rico are public. Since developers and resorts cannot come…

By Juan Solidad | Local Guide | San Juan, Puerto Rico

El Morro & La Fortaleza Fort Tours In Old San Juan, Puerto Rico

The first Spanish fortification constructed in Old San Juan was La Fortaleza built in 1533 some 12 years after the first Spanish settlers occupied the region in 1521. Castillo San Felipe del Morro (generally referred to as El Morro) began construction in 1539 and was…

By Juan Solidad | Local Guide | San Juan, Puerto Rico

The Best Things To Do In Old San Juan, Puerto Rico Guide & Map 2021

The best things to do in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico curated by local guides. This is a list of curated experiences, activities and tours in Old San Juan. Old San Juan is Puerto Rico's historic district. The old-world-looking cobble stone streets, 16th century Spanish…

By Juan Solidad | Local Guide | San Juan, Puerto Rico

Things To Do In Puerto Rico Curated By Local Guides

Puerto Rico's location, climate, size and diversity creates an endless menu of things to do for tourists and locals alike. Spend a day shopping in Old San Juan, Tour a 16th century Spanish fort, head offshore for some deep sea fishing, hit Rincon or the…

By Juan Solidad | Local Guide | San Juan, Puerto Rico