Iglesia San Patricio church, also known as Espiritu Santo, was constructed in 1670 AD and owns the credit of being the oldest church of Puerto Rico. On a visit to the bridge located on Rt 187, you will find the beautiful view of the river of Rio-Grande de Loiza in front. The little square of Paseo Julia de Burgos right on the bank of this river is a nice place to visit. The cave of La Cueva de Maria la Cruz is another interesting site where the Centro de Investigaciones Arqueologicas unveiled evidences of Archaics in the year 1948. Surfers will have a really delightful time at Playa Aviones Beach. Pinones Forest is an excellent recreational area that has stunning sand dunes, tower, and a broadwalk fringed by mangrove trees. There are good packages that come for Loiza apartment rentals, which can be availed anytime and that too within a reasonable rate.
"Fiestas Patronales" is one of the biggest events of the city that is celebrated in a grand way through salsa dancing, parades, masquerades, and food stalls. This festival is celebrated to consecrate Loiza's patron saint, St. James. The gastronomy represents an Afro-Caribbean flavor. There are hundreds of bistros and restaurants in this city where you can relax after a day long of shopping and sightseeing. Getting Loiza vacation condos in the center of the city will help you in accessing its numerous shopping centers and restaurants.