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Cristina & Matthew

February 22, 2025 • San Juan, Puerto Rico

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Cristina & Matthew

February 22, 2025 • San Juan, Puerto Rico

We are so grateful that you traveled to celebrate with us, but this is your vacation too! There is so much to do in Puerto Rico. Whether you want to sit by the pool every day, explore the National Rainforest, or something in between, here are a few suggestions to make your trip unforgettable!

Activities

Explore Old San Juan

Explore the historic streets of Old San Juan and enjoy the architecture, art galleries, shops, music and a variety of cuisines. Make sure to visit El Morro, Castillo de San Cristobal and take a stroll through Paseo de la Princesa.

El Yunque National Forest

The only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System. With 29,000 acres of lush foliage and 25 miles of year-round trails, this is a nature enthusiast’s sanctuary.

Laguna Del Condado

A lagoon in Condado popular for paddle-boarding, kayaking, snorkeling and more!

Piñones

A picturesque ocean drive from Carolina to Loíza where you can enjoy local dining experiences and practice what Puerto Ricans call "chinchorreo". Sample delicious specialties while you hop from food stand to food stand and go back and forth to the beach.

Visit a Coffee Hacienda

There is nothing better than Puerto Rican coffee! Learn about the coffee-growing tradition on the Island and get a caffeine boost at Museo del Café in Ciales, Hacienda Lealtad in Lares or Hacienda San Pedro in Jayuya.

Bioluminescent Bay Trip

For a magical experience you can only find in two other places in the world! Puerto Rico's three bioluminescent bays are Mosquito Bay on the island of Vieques, Laguna Grande in Fajardo, and La Parguera in Lajas.

Toro Verde Adventure Park

Hidden between rolling mountains covered in dense forest, enjoy high-thrill adventures like a 2.5-kilometer zip line and ropes courses.

Salty Dog Catamaran

Departs from Fajardo. Take a day trip to the nearby islands of Icacos, Lobos, or Palomino.

DISTRITO T-Mobile

Very fun spot with great restaurants, live music and even zip-lining.

Ron del Barrilito

Although Casa Bacardi is the more popular rum distillery to visit, we actually prefer Ron del Barrilito! Take a tour (and tasting!) and learn about the oldest Puerto Rican rum, still made in the same place and in the same way since 1880.

Beaches

Flamenco Beach - Culebra (Cristina's favorite! You can book a boat trip or take a $2 ferry from Fajardo)

Playa Sucia - Cabo Rojo

Crash Boat - Aguadilla

Jobos Beach - Isabela

Cayo Aurora (Gilligan's Island) - Guánica

Combate - Cabo Rojo

Ocean Park - San Juan

Luquillo Beach - Luquillo

Mar Chiquita - Manatí

Restaurants

Al Fresco Rooftop Wine Bar

An Old San Juan rooftop wine and tapas bar with a rich history. Located on the 3rd floor of a historic building that once served as the headquarters of the Puerto Rican Nationalist Party, as well as the residence of Puerto Rican Freedom Fighter and party president, Pedro Albizu Campos. During the revolutionary acts of 1950, this building endured two days of gunfire, and some of the walls still bear the original gun shot holes of the police raid.

Vianda

Farm-to-table, seasonally-rotating menu focused on highlighting local ingredients.

Santaella

Chic restaurant serving tapas, mains & creative cocktails in an industrial-style space.

Cayo Caribe

Authentic Puerto Rican food and seafood, multiple locations.

La Lanterna

Beautiful Italian restaurant in Old San Juan. Great for a date night!

Eter Rooftop & Lounge

Rooftop with an incredible view of San Juan, serves tapas and cocktails.

Pirilo Pizza Rústica

Pizza with a Puerto Rican twist! Great spot for lunch, multiple locations.

Metropol

Authentic Puerto Rican and Cuban food, multiple locations.

LOTE 23

Fun outdoor spot with lots of great food trucks.

El Asador The Grill House

Puerto Rican food, serves delicious seafood and meat dishes.

Barullo Taberna Española

Tapas restaurant located in Distrito T-Mobile.

Barrachina

Old San Juan staple serving Puerto Rican food and the birthplace of the piña colada.

El Patio de Sam

Great Puerto Rican food in Old San Juan. Also serves good burgers!

Casita Miramar

Serves inventive Puerto Rican dishes and craft cocktails.

Cocina Abierta

Cosmopolitan restaurant serving innovative tasting menus, wine pairings & cocktails.

Cacio e Pepe

Great Italian food and Gabriela's favorite restaurant (bride's sister and MOH).

Raya

Caribbean-Asian fusion restaurant by Mario Pagán located in the O:LV Hotel.

Buns Burger Shop

Cristina's favorite burger of all time. Good spot for lunch, multiple locations.

Café Berlin

Puerto Rican restaurant in Old San Juan that has vegetarian and vegan dishes. Good spot for breakfast.

Nonna Cucina Rustica

Serves traditional Italian dishes made from scratch and with fresh ingredients.

Restaurante El Campeón

Authentic Puerto Rican food in Old San Juan. Order the mofongo relleno here!

La Cueva del Mar

Specializes in seafood dishes prepared in the Island's distinctive “criollo” style.

Café Manolín

An Old San Juan staple for over 70 years. Serves authentic Puerto Rican food and a good spot for breakfast.

OPA! Greek Kouzina

Awesome Greek restaurant in Condado.

Pinky's

Cristina's go-to sandwich spot in high school. Also serves a good breakfast. If you stop in for lunch, order the Boricua Surfer sandwich with extra sauce on the side and thank her later.

Serafina

Modern Italian Cuisine located in the La Concha Resort in Condado.

Ropa Vieja Grill

Authentic Cuban food in Condado. Definitely try the ropa vieja!

Via Appia's

The oldest family-owned pizzeria in Condado.

The Place

Famous spot for burgers. Great for lunch.

Burrito Social

Mexican restaurant in Condado.

Condal Tapas Restaurant & Rooftop Lounge

Spanish-style tapas and has a rooftop terrace.