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Free tour

Walk Old San Juan: Castillos San Felipe del Morro and San Cristobal

4.85
Excellent(13)
Duration: 2 hours
Languages: English and Spanish
Guru: Jonathan
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Registered on 28 July 2024
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Hi, my name is uncle j. I am a ‘Historical Interpreter for the Patrimony of Old San Juan. My passion is fortifications and Spanish Colonial reenactments. I figured , why not become a certified guide and combine both. So here I am. Looking forward to meeting some good folks and showing off my island. Please come and join me. It will be quite the experience!
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

This is a special presentation of the iconic Castles that protected
colonial Spain for 400 years; 

Castillo San Felipe del Morro built 1539

Castillo San San Cristobal built 1634

We will visit both forts inside and out. Appreciate its beauty and discuss the battles and how it defended the Catholic Monarchs.
interests in the new world.

I wont give too much away, but I will say this,  the spectacular 
views of the Atlantic ocean and San Juan Bay, will blow you away. A truly visual extravaganza.

Also included in this experience, we will stroll down Calle Sol,
a street where we will appreciate the architecture and rich culture shaped the Puerto Rican identity.

Will also explore the life and times of our first governor, Juan Ponce De Leon. A man with a complicated legacy.

This a unscripted, educational, entertaining and above all,
a FUN offering. 


This is a ‘Free Walking Tour”, however, access to the castles is unfortunately not. Park Service operates and maintains the  fortifications. That being said , admission is $10.00 and is to be paid at the gate.
                     

 Did I say its gonna be fun. you bet I did.

Tour description;

1). Meet at Plaza Colon, at the entrance of Old San Juan. I will be dressed in a white and blue soldier outfit, right next to Christopher Columbus himself.


15 minutes discussing the discovery, conquest and colonization of San Juan Bautista (Puerto Rico) among other things


2) Walk to Castillo San Cristobal.
 1 hour

3) Calle Sol

4) Abraham Lincoln High School

5) Cafe con Ron(Bad Bunny restaurant)

6) Ponce de Leon Statue

7) Casa Castillo San Felipe del Morro

this experience has a 6 guest minimum

Hope you can make!



Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
FV8Q+C57 Plaza Colón, C. de la Fortaleza, San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico
Guide dressed in white and blue soldier uniform next to Christopher Columbus statue in Plaza Colon
1
Outside visit
Plaza Colón/ meeting spot
2
Outside visit
San Juan Gate
3
Entry not included
Castillo San Cristóbal $10.00 admission fee
Tour map

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Professionalism
4.85
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4.85
Communication
4.85
Quality
4.77
Route
4.69

Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts bookings of up to 30 people.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour requires payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
Walk Old San Juan: Castillos San Felipe del Morro and San Cristobal
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