Private San Juan History Driving Tour & Piñones Food Tasting
Explore Puerto Rico’s history at a relaxed pace, then taste its street-food traditions
Duration
4 hrs
Ideal For
2 to 14 people
Includes
Guide, vehicle, bottled water
Highlights
Settle into a private guided drive that trades long uphill walks for a more relaxed way to explore. Discover the island through the perspective of a local team that grew up in Old San Juan.
- Hear tales and legends passed down by Old San Juan’s storytellers
- Trace Puerto Rico’s cultural roots from the Taíno to its transition to a U.S. Commonwealth in 1952
- Take home lists of 10 things to do in Puerto Rico and 7 rooftop bars in San Juan
Itinerary
This 3.5 hour experience is the blending of our Old San Juan 2 hour experience and Piñones, the home of our African heritage and our best creole street food. It will let you avoid wasting hours looking for the landmarks and main buildings when choosing to walk in to the city to discover it’s historic richness. In it you will get the city’s story in a relaxed way and will learn about the main buildings and landmarks while slowly driving through the narrow streets of our historic walled city and making at least 4 stops in the way.
Your driver and guide will take you through a journey in time where you will discover how us, fellow american citizens to those in the 50 states lived 405 years of struggles with Spain, how we have flourished after becoming part of USA and how you can help us stop inequality so we can become first class citizens and stop being considered an alien and uncivilized race by the territorial clauses of the 1930’s wich still rule us as a territory and property of the USA.
After finishing the Old San Juan portion you will be taken to Piñones, a little beach village that will make you feel you are in the Puerto Rico of the 1960s where you will learn about our black heritage and try some of Loiza's world famous street food.
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking professional tour guide
- Bottled water
Important details
- Gratuities are not included in the listed price; 15–20% is recommended for exceptional service.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 14 guests.
Cancellation Policy
You'll receive a full refund or credit with at least 48 hours' cancellation notice, or if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
Product ID: CRR8PN
FAQs
Yes. Optional extensions include New San Juan's Convention Center, street art district, and La Placita (60 minutes); El Yunque's Angelito Trail with creek bathing (2.5 hours); or the Barrilito distillery tour with a complimentary drink (90 minutes, $85 per person, not included in the listed price).
Yes. Pickup and drop-off in other areas are available for an additional round-trip fee, which is not included in the listed price.
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes for exploring historical landmarks. Bring sunscreen, a hat, and a reusable water bottle for your San Juan tour.
Meeting details
Marriot Stellaris Hotel, 1309 Ashford Ave, San Juan, 00907, PR
