In San Juan there are lots of attractions sprinkled all over the city. Take a leisurely walking tour of old San Juan, which is a 465 years old neighborhood originally conceived as a military stronghold. The cobblestone streets are lined with more than 400 carefully restored 16th and 17th Century Spanish colonial buildings. Not very far from San Juan Puerto Rico vacation rentals are many plazas like Plaza de San Jose, Plaza del Quinto Centenario, and Plaza de Armes where you can see beautiful sculptures and enjoy authentic Puerto Rican food at lively restaurants. If you are tired of exploring the town, relax in the lovely gardens and parks such as Parque de las Palomas,The Muñoz Rivera Park or enjoy varied water sports in the clear waters of the beaches. If you are keen to know about the rich history and heritage of San Jaun then visit the famous San Juan Museum of Art and History that showcases Puerto Rico art and music, including concerts and festivals. Some other popular museums that you can explore are The Pablo Casals Museum, and Casa de los Dos Zaguanes. To enjoy some spectacular views of the city climb up to Castillo de San Cristoba, and El Marro that dominate the city. From San Juan you can also explore the nearby places of interests such as the historic town of Dorado and Carolina.
San Juan is the mecca for shopping enthusiasts. Check out the numerous shops along Christo, Fortaleza, and San Francisco streets in Old San Juan. If you want to buy local handicrafts then visit Plaza de la Darsen in Front of Pier 1, which remains open on weekdays and Paseo la Priencesa, just west of Pier 1, is open on week-ends. San Juan offers a huge selection of jewelry, fashions, folk art, and souvenirs,which are available at affordable prices. Not only does San Juan offer a bevy of options for shoppers but also a great deal of fine dining opportunities for real gourmets. If you are not in a mood to cook at yourSan Juan accommodation, then dine out at one of the many fine restaurants where you can dig in to authentic sea delicacies, regional specialties and a variety of international delicacies from American and Mexican to Chinese, Japanese, and French fare. Experience the vibrant nightlife of San Juan at its lively pubs, bars, and nightclubs where you can sip your favorite drinks and enjoy dancing and music performances.