San Juan Travel Stories

Feb 23, 2023 • 6 min read

Break in case of a budget emergency. These 13 things to do in San Juan won't cost a thing.

Dec 13, 2022 • 6 min read

From free trolleys to car rentals, here’s what you need to know about getting around Puerto Rico's capital.

Feb 3, 2022 • 6 min read

Immerse yourself in San Juan’s dynamic art scene with this curated guide to the best galleries, cultural institutions and street art.

Jan 28, 2022 • 7 min read

With a large cluster of gay neighborhoods in Condado, the tourist district and Santurce, San Juan is arguably Puerto Rico’s most LGBTIQ+-friendly city. 

Jan 28, 2022 • 4 min read

Unpack art, history, culture and more in Puerto Rico’s capital city.

Jan 27, 2022 • 9 min read

Discover the best cultural attractions and outdoor activities in San Juan, Puerto Rico, with Lonely Planet’s locally crafted three-day itinerary.

Jan 26, 2022 • 7 min read

Puerto Rico’s love affair with coffee began when the Spanish first arrived on the island. Here are the best places in San Juan to find a perfect cup today.

Jan 24, 2022 • 5 min read

Year-round balmy weather, cultural and historical experiences and amazing food make San Juan, Puerto Rico a sure bet any time of year.

Jan 13, 2022 • 8 min read

From vintage dive bars to contemporary cocktail lounges, the bar scene in San Juan is thriving. Here's our pick of the best bars in San Juan.

Jan 13, 2022 • 8 min read

Riding a wave of culinary excitement and emphasis on all things local, the restaurant scene in Puerto Rico is thriving.

Jan 12, 2022 • 7 min read

Take a class, make a friend and forge a deeper connection with the people and culture of Puerto Rico.

Jan 12, 2022 • 5 min read

Bring home a piece of the island and support local makers from these distinctly Puerto Rican shops.

May 24, 2019 • 5 min read

Given the fervor of San Juan nightlife on practically every street, every night of the week, you'd be forgiven for thinking that there is always something…

Mar 14, 2019 • 5 min read

Year-round sunshine, scenic beaches and an array of outdoor activities make San Juan an ideal locale for a family vacation.

Sep 17, 2018 • 4 min read

Nearly a year after Hurricane Maria made landfall in Puerto Rico, the island's capital city of San Juan is back in action and ready for visitors.

Mar 20, 2018 • 3 min read

Six months after Hurricane Maria hit, a new Puerto Rico is being painstakingly and lovingly carved from the rubble.

Oct 19, 2017 • 3 min read

Anyone who has ever visited San Juan knows the city has a certain magic that is eternal – the cobblestone streets evoke its almost five-hundred-year-old…

Aug 16, 2017 • 5 min read

LP Local Melissa Alvarado Sierra was born and raised in Puerto Rico. After traveling to different countries, mostly aboard a sailboat, she decided to…

Jun 26, 2017 • 5 min read

It’s rare for a traveler to come to Puerto Rico and not stumble upon a festival. These high-spirited celebrations of local music, food and drink are…

Jan 9, 2017 • 5 min read

In the balmy Puerto Rican capital of San Juan, the creative class has merged the art of island living with the art of crafting a cocktail. The result? A…