Old San Juan Walking Tour: A Deep Dive into Historic Sites with Author David Rodriguez
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San Juan

Embark on a captivating walking tour of Old San Juan with author David Rodriguez. Explore historic sites, immerse in Puerto Rican culture, and uncover the stories of Puerto Rico’s past and present.

Duration: 2 hours, 15 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Old San Juan - Enjoy a comprehensive walking tour of San Juan led by writer David Rodríguez. You will visit some of San Juan’s most famous sights and learn stories and facts that will bring these locations alive. On this walking tour you will experience the beauty of the city while learning about its history. This comprehensive city tour will…
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What's Included
  • Local guide
  • Bottled water
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Note: Participants must be capable of walking long distances.
Discover the beauty of Old San Juan with writer David Rodríguez, author of “The Rise and Fall of the Great Barbate.” Explore Old San Juan’s most significant historic sites, delve into Puerto Rican culture, and immerse yourself in the places and activities that authentically depict the stories…

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Location
Starbucks
Calle Tetuán
If you are coming by cruise and arriving at the Old San Juan Cruise Piers. Starbucks is located within walking distance of the piers.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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James_c
Apr 21, 2026
Thank you David! - David was prompt and professional. He's very knowledgeable and was able to answer any questions we had. Tour was at a comfortable pace on a well thought out route. Highly recommended! Thank you David!
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Melanie_n
Apr 20, 2026
Nice tour - Very knowledgeable guide who set a good pace but took the time to answer questions. Good experience.
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Kayla_d
Apr 19, 2026
A unforgettable experience - He was an amazing tour guide. He interacted with us and gave us such a rich experience in learning about the culture and history of San Juan! A 10/10 I highly recommend.
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Jill_s
Apr 19, 2026
This tour is a must!... - This tour is a must! Hearing the history and seeing the beauty on this walking tour was exactly what I wanted. This was a great experience!
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Sherpa12430926365
Apr 17, 2026
A great way to learn local history - Easy walk, friendly, knowledgeable guide. Good overall introduction to Old San Juan.
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Morganne_s
Apr 17, 2026
Great History Tour - Walking tour was great! It’s long-ish but it’s a really slow to moderate pace but a bunch of up and down hills. Great background info on the history on San Juan and Puerto Rico. Note: you won’t tour the forts since those in itself take really long, but the end of the tour is close to El Morro fort so plan to walk there afterwards if you’ve got the energy! Also- no bathrooms really along the way, so go beforehand. Most restaurants and stores want you to pay for something first before using facilities. The meetup at Starbucks has public bathrooms, though!
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Mikaela_w
Apr 15, 2026
5 ⭐️s - Fantastic tour! Definitely recommend! David is truly a consummate professional - illuminating Puerto Rico’s deep, rich history and tying it to modern day. Bonus: you can see plenty of cats along the way. ¡Muchas gracias David!
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Micah
Apr 21, 2026
This is a history tour NOT a culture tour - The tour is a bit repetitive but gave a good overview of the history of the city. We visited churches, and the tour guide pointed out things I would not have noticed on my own.
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Glorymer_r
Apr 18, 2026
The tour guide was... - The tour guide was exceptionally knowledgeable and helpful, providing insightful answers to our questions.
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Kelvin_b
Apr 19, 2026
Not recommended for young... - Not recommended for young impatient children. It would be nice to have more details about the tours online before booking.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).