Puerto Rico

64 places in Puerto Rico

• What to see and do at Las Pailas, Puerto RicoVisited September 2022Located on Highway 983, Las Pailas (or Las Paylas) on the Pitayaha river near Luquillo is a popular place for people to slide down the waterfall. There are several houses here that have a few parking places that they charge per car to park there.   The one where we parked had a concrete stairway from the road down to the base of the waterfall.
• What to see and do at Mar Chuquita, Puerto RicoVisited October 2019Mar Chiquita is a beautiful beach located on the north coast of Puerto Rico, near the municipality of Manatí. It is known for its picturesque crescent-shaped shoreline that forms a natural pool enclosed by rocky cliffs.
• What to see and do at Playa Colora, Puerto RicoVisited September 2022Playa Colora is a beach located in the northeastern coast of Puerto Rico, northeast of the of Seven Seas Beach. The beach is known for its unique orange-red sand, which is a result of the erosion of the nearby cliffs made of red sandstone.
• What to see and do at Playa Escondida, Puerto RicoVisited September 2022Playa Escondida (Hidden Beach) is one of the prettiest beaches in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. It is definitely a hidden beach. To reach Playa Escondida, you'll need to hike for about 20 minutes from the west end of Seven Seas Beach through a mangrove forest.
• What to see and do at Playa Los Bohios, Puerto RicoVisited September 2022Playa Los Bohios is a black sand beach on the southeast coast just north of the mouth of the Río Maunabo. Rain erodes the rocks in the mountains, and the black sand is washed down-river during heavy rain storms creating a black sand beach.  The beach is a popular destination among both locals and tourists, and it's known for its clear turquoise waters, soft sand, and peaceful atmosphere.
• What to see and do at Playa Vacia Talega, Puerto RicoVisited April 2024Playa Vacia Talega is a picturesque, crescent-shaped Caribbean beach located along highway 187 in Loíza, Puerto Rico. The beach is known for its calm, shallow waters that stretch from the shore to the protective reef. This makes it a popular destination for families and swimmers.
• What to see and do at Point Tuna, Puerto RicoVisited September 2022Point Tuna Lighthouse, also known as Faro de Punta Tuna, is a historic lighthouse located in the southeastern part of Puerto Rico, in the municipality of Maunabo. It was built in 1892 by the Spanish government to guide ships traveling between the Caribbean and the Atlantic Ocean. It was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in 1981.
• What to see and do at Punta Borinquen, Puerto RicoVisited September 2023Punta Borinquen is a prominent geographical feature located in northwestern Puerto Rico. It is situated near the town of Aguadilla and is known for its beautiful coastline, rugged cliffs, and historic significance.
• What to see and do at Rio Grande, Puerto RicoVisited July 2021Rio Grande is located on the northeast coast of the island of Puerto Rico. It was founded in 1840 and is located where the Río Grande and the Río Espíritu Santo join. Rio Grande is often called "La Ciudad del Yunque". It is known for the El Yunque rainforest,  its lavish hotels, championship golf courses, iconic restaurants, and its many beaches. The most well known beaches are Coco Beach, Bahia Beach, and Luquillo.
• What to see and do at Rio Mar (Playa las Picuas), Puerto RicoVisited July 2022Playa Las Picuas is secluded and relatively small beach located on the northeast coast of Puerto Rico to the northwest of Luquillo beach. The northwest end of the beach is a popular spot for windsurfing.
• What to see and do at Ron Del Barrilito rum Bayamon, Puerto RicoVisited July 2022Ron del Barrilito is the oldest rum made in Puerto Rico.  The rum production facility in Bayamon is located at the Hacienda Santa Ana  where the Fernandez family first began growing sugarcane in 1787.  In 1871, they began making rum for their personal use and then began selling it in 1880. They have been making it in the same place and in the same way since then. The distillery is open to the public for tours and tastings.
• What to see and do at Seven Seas, Puerto RicoVisited September 2022The Seven Seas beach is a beautiful beach located near the town of Fajardo, on the northeastern coast of the island of Puerto Rico. The beach is known for its clear turquoise waters, soft white sand, and scenic views. The name "Seven Seas" refers to the seven different shades of blue that can be seen in the water.
• What to see and do at Surfers Beach and Survival Beach, Puerto RicoVisited September 2023Surfers Beach and Survival Beach are two popular beaches located on the beautiful Caribbean island of Puerto Rico’s west coast. Both of these beaches offer unique experiences and are frequented by locals and tourists alike.
• What to see and do at the Bacardi Distillery, Catano, Puerto RicoVisited December 2005The Bacardi distillery, also known as the Bacardi Rum Factory, is a famous rum distillery located in Catano, Puerto Rico. The distillery is known for producing high-quality rum, and by the turn of the century, it was the largest rum distillery in the world. Today, the Bacardi distillery in Catano produces a wide range of rums, including Bacardi Superior, Bacardi Gold, and Bacardi 151, as well as several other flavored rums.
• What to see and do at the Cafe Gran Batey, Utuado, Puerto RicoVisited July 2022Café Gran Batey is a coffee plantation located in Utuado in the central mountainous region of Puerto Rico. The plantation sits at an altitude of approximately 2,000 feet above sea level, and is known for producing high-quality coffee beans.
• What to see and do at the Carite Rainforest and Charco Azul, Puerto RicoVisited April 2024The 6,500 acre Bosque Estatal de Carite was established to protect the basins of the Loíza, Patillas, and La Plata rivers which were being affected by erosion caused by deforestation. The mountains in the Carite State Forest were created by volcanic activity between 79 and 144 million years ago. Cerro La Santa at 2,962 feet is the highest point in the forest. Charco Azul is one of the main attractions of the forest.
• What to see and do at the Eastern Ecological Corridor, Puerto RicoVisited September 2023The Corredor Ecológico del Este (Eastern Ecological Corridor) is a protected natural area located on the northeastern coast of Puerto Rico stretching from Playa La Pared in Luquillo to Playa Escondida. It is a conservation area that spans approximately 3,400 acres and encompasses a diverse range of ecosystems, including forests, Caribbean beaches, wetlands, and coastal habitats.
• What to see and do at the Las Tinajas Waterfall, Puerto RicoVisited April 2024Las Tinajas Falls is located on the western edge of the El Yunque National Forest, approximately a 20-minute drive southwest of Fajardo.
• What to see and do at Toro Verde, Orocovis, Puerto RicoVisited October 2019Located in Orocovis, Toro Verde Nature Adventure park is home to two of the longest ziplines in the world, the Monster and the Beast   The Monster is the world's second longest zipline.
• What to see and do at Tropical Trails, Isabela, Puerto RicoVisited October 2019Isabela is located at the northwest tip of Puerto Rico.  Located here is Tropical Trails which offers horseback rides on the beach down to Survival Beach and back.  As a bonus, Shacks Beach is within walking distance of the stables and it is a good spot for snorkeling.
• What to see and do at Tunel de Guajataca, Puerto RicoVisited December 2005The Tunnel of Guajataca is a historic tunnel located in the municipality of Isabela, on the northwest coast of Puerto Rico.  It is a railroad tunnel that connected the town of Isabela and Quebradillas.
• What to see and do in Aricebo, Puerto RicoVisited October 2019​Arecibo is a coastal town located on the north coast of Puerto Rico. Arecibo is known for its rich history and historic landmarks. The town is famous for its Arecibo Observatory located in the mountains to the south, which was once the largest radio telescopes in the world. It has been featured in movies like "Contact". Another popular natural attraction is the Cueva del Indio, a beautiful beach that features a series of 7 large arches into the ocean.
• What to see and do in Caguas, Puerto RicoVisited October 2008Caguas is a city located in the central region of Puerto Rico which is well known for it's lechoneras.  The city is home to several museums and landmarks, including the Caguas Museum of History, the Botanical and Cultural Garden of Caguas, and the Turabo Theater.
• What to see and do in Cayey, Puerto RicoVisited July 2021Cayey is in the middle of the island of Puerto Rico, about 30 minutes from the capital city of San Juan.  It is located on the Central Mountain range which divides the island's rainy north from the dry desert-like south. The town is known for its beautiful natural scenery, including the Carite Forest Reserve, which is a popular destination for hiking, camping, and other outdoor activities.