--- title: Old San Juan Historical Walk, Shopping, and Dining w/ Transport lang: en type: tour city: Puerto Rico country: Caribbean price: 22 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.74 reviews: 507 duration_minutes: 240 duration_max_minutes: 300 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Walk plus free time rank_in_category: 9 of 11 (Old San Juan Walking & City Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-19 data_updated: 2026-09-20 canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/puerto-rico/tours/old-san-juan-historical-walk-shopping-and-dining-w-transport/ --- # Old San Juan Historical Walk, Shopping, and Dining w/ Transport **Guidekin's take:** A guided walk through Old San Juan from the city gate to El Morro, two old cathedrals and La Fortaleza, followed by free time to shop and eat, with a round trip transport tier from your hotel. Food, drinks and souvenirs are at your own cost. 4.74 from 507 reviews at €22 per person. ## Overview Old San Juan, a cultural delight unlike any other. Experience life from centuries ago on an unforgettable walk through Old San Juan. With stops at the original gate to the city, its oldest fort - Castillo San Felipe del Morro, two 16th-century cathedrals, and La Fortaleza mansion, to name a few! We will navigate both the streets of Old San Juan and tales of conquest and perseverance woven into the fabric of this great city. After visiting the many highlights and landmarks of Old San Juan, we will venture through the Calle Fortaleza shopping district. Calle Fortaleza is home to shops, restaurants, and souvenirs galore! Guests will have a chance to buy memorabilia to remind them of this amazing day for years to come. At the conclusion of our historical walking tour, guests will have 2 hours at leisure to explore the city on their own! This is a great opportunity to try locally inspired dishes and drinks! ## Key facts - Price: from €22 per person - Duration: 4h–5h - Rating: 4.74/5 from 507 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Caribbean Breeze Adventures ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Providing Own Transportation | €22 / person | English | Meet at Plaza Colon 9 am: No transportation included | | Round Trip Transportation | €44 / person | English | Pickups Begin at 8:30 am: San Juan area pickups will begin at 8:30 am and vary by location. Rio Grande area pickups will begin at 7:30 am. Pickup included | ## What's included - Local guide - Air-conditioned vehicle ## Not included - Lunch- The cost of food and drinks is not included in this tour. - Souvenirs- The cost of souvenirs and local artwork is not included in this tour. ## Itinerary 1. **La Puerta de San Juan** (pass by, no stop) - Pass through the original gate to the city of Old San Juan. 2. **Old San Juan** (3h; admission included) - Take a casual walking tour through the magnificent Old San Juan. Passing inside and outside the walls of the city, feel the culture of old and new radiating through the narrow streets. Guides will narrate tales of years long ago and stop at historically significant landmarks... 3. **La Rogativa** (pass by, no stop) - A chance to get amazing views and pictures looking out to the bay of San Juan. 4. **La Fortaleza - Palacio de Santa Catalina** (pass by, no stop) - A 16th century mansion also known as the Governor's Mansion 5. **Casa Blanca Museum** (pass by, no stop) - The home of Ponce de Leon built in the 1520's. 6. **Iglesia de San Jose** (pass by, no stop) - Historic 16th century church. 7. **Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista** (pass by, no stop) - Historic 1540 Cathedral. 2nd oldest in the Americas and home to the tomb of Ponce de Leon. 8. **San Juan** (pass by, no stop) - Take a casual walking tour through the magnificent Old San Juan. Passing inside and outside the walls of the city, feel the culture of old and new radiating through the narrow streets. Guides will narrate tales of years long ago and stop at historically significant landmarks... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-19 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point For those wishing to meet us at a meeting point, please meet us 9 am at Plaza Colon in Old San Juan. **PLEASE USE GOOGLE MAPS WHEN NAVIGATING AS THE OTHER APPS CAN BE A LITTLE OFF** ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## How it compares in Old San Juan Walking & City Tours Ranked **#9 of 11** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). Alternatives worth comparing: 1. [Discovering Puerto Rico: Lifestyle, Art, and Cultural Tour](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/puerto-rico/tours/discovering-puerto-rico-lifestyle-art-and-cultural-tour/?format=md) — €66 per person, 4.92 (350) 2. [Old San Juan and El Morro Castle Walking Tour](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/puerto-rico/tours/old-san-juan-and-el-morro-castle-walking-tour/?format=md) — €43 per person, 4.86 (729) 3. 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