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Old San Juan Walking Tour with a Local Certified Guide
5.0(202)San Juan2 hours
VIATOR4.9(164)TRIPADVISOR5.0(38)
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At a glance
Duration
2 hours
Price from
$25 / person
Location
San Juan
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 202 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 20
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Daniel Rivera Viruet
Meeting point
Don’t worry if you don’t find the 407 building. We are actually meeting at the open square in front that has a big statue of Colombus.
Description
Get ready to go back in time on this walking tour of Old San Juan. Sometimes I will bring a van and we drive a bit. The City of Old San Juan was founded in the year 1521, making it the Oldest City in Puerto Rico and the second oldest city in The Americas. We will be walking and stopping at all the main sites, like castles, forts, cobblestone streets, colorful buildings, monuments, and plazas learning about their history. This tour does not go inside the forts. Every picture you take in Old San Juan is beautiful and unique, so make sure you’re ready. We will also learn everything there is to know about the city and the island. You will be with a certified tour guide, so you can ensure you're getting the correct information everywhere you stop. My main goal is for you to fall in love with the island and keep coming back. I'm excited to meet you - book your tour and I will see you soon!
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Tour Options
Old San Juan Walking Tour with a Local Certified Guide
Itinerary
Plaza Colon
Admission not included10 min
We will start here. This is the meeting location.
Castillo De San Cristobal
Admission not included15 min
We will see and learn some facts about the Fort. You can go inside after we finish the tour.
Castillo San Felipe del Morro
Admission not included15 min
La Fortaleza - Palacio de Santa Catalina
Admission not included10 min
This is the Governor’s Mansion. We will talk about it from the outside. The entrance of this house is where sometimes you see umbrellas or flags hanging from the top and many people like taking pictures.
La Puerta de San Juan
Admission not included5 min
This is the main gate of the City. Old San Juan was a military base surrounded by walls. It had 5 gates.
Plaza del Quinto Centenario
Admission not included10 min
We will learn about the square.
Church of Saint Joseph
Pass by
Iglesia San Jose is one of the Oldest Church in Puerto Rico, built in the year 1532.
Cuartel de Ballaja
Admission not included10 min
Military Baracks built in the year 1864. It was also used by the US Military as a Military Hospital.
Santa Maria Magdalena de Pazzis Cemetery
Pass by
Old Cemetery that started to be used around the yeat 1814. It has a beautiful view of the ocean and the Fort in the background.
What's included
Included
2-hour walking tour of Old San Juan
Not included
Gratuity
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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202 reviews
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Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Wear sunscreen
Dress comfortably as we are walking and Puerto Rico is hot
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Old San Juan Walking Tour with a Local Certified Guide take?
Old San Juan Walking Tour with a Local Certified Guide lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 9 stops.
How much does Old San Juan Walking Tour with a Local Certified Guide cost?
Prices start at $25 per person for this San Juan experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Old San Juan Walking Tour with a Local Certified Guide for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Don’t worry if you don’t find the 407 building. We are actually meeting at the open square in front that has a big statue of Colombus. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Old San Juan Walking Tour with a Local Certified Guide offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Old San Juan Walking Tour with a Local Certified Guide worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 202 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Daniel Rivera Viruet.
Reviews(202)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Carell_K
September 19, 2026 · via Viator
A good overview and good value.
The tour was very informative and I liked that we started right on time. The two difficulties for me were that it was very hot and with the exception of a brief time in a church we were outside in that hot sun with little or no shade the whole tour. We had a Spanish speaking family with our group and Carlos did a fine job of his bilingual explanations, however, for me he spoke English as rapidly as he spoke Spanish and I sometimes I had trouble understanding him. But I’m glad I l took the tour, it was good value.
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Christine_T
September 7, 2026 · via Viator
1st trip to Puerto Rico
Danny was a great guide with so much information. He took his time walking and tell us of the history of Old San Juan. Since we went early the city was quiet and not busy. I would definitely recommend him and would request him again in the future.
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Rosa_L
September 4, 2026 · via Viator
I recommend it.
I liked it a lot, I suggest that travelers wear sneakers and comfortable, cool clothing because the heat is intense, I loved the tour and I learned about a lot of sites and their history!!!!
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Daniel_R
August 29, 2026 · via Viator
Old San Juan Tour with Alexia! A true professional!
Alexia was wonderful! You can tell she loves this island and its rich history. She keeps a great pace and is so very informative.
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ingrid_m
August 29, 2026 · via Viator
Danny was great ,...
Danny was great , informative , knowledgeable and a great guide, listened to what we were looking for and patient
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Santiago_Q
August 18, 2026 · via Viator
10/10 Must Do
This was a great experience that let us learn a lot about the history of Old San Juan and Puerto Rico as a whole, along with great views. 10/10 definitely recommend, the tour guide was amazing
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Sergio_V
August 1, 2026 · via Viator
Carlos is a friendly and...
Carlos is a friendly and very knowledgeable guide. Truly enjoyed our time with him. He showed us some beautiful places and locations that transported us back in time
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Jorge_M
August 1, 2026 · via Viator
Awesome tour
Excellent and very informative. There was a lot of walking but it was worth it. Also wonderful photo ops.
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Carrie_N
July 28, 2026 · via Viator
Walking Tour was excellent!
Fun way to learn basic geography of some cool history about Old San Juan. Daniel our guide was great.
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Mary_I
July 27, 2026 · via Viator
Tour guide was very...
Tour guide was very friendly and welcoming. The pace was good and he was aware of everyone’s well being.
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