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Luis Muñoz Rivera Park – Park
Below we have listed the 16 attractions/landmarks appearing on the park legend including translations to English and additional information or photos.
1)
Polvorin de San Geronimo – San Geronimo Powderhouse
Built-in the 18th century as part of the Spanish defense of the city, it was used to store ammunition and currently serves as an area for art exhibitions, including a replica U.S. Liberty Bell.
2)
Pabellón de La Paz – Pavilion of Peace
Cultural, music, arts & crafts, civic, and educational events are held here throughout the year.
3)
Escultura de Luis Munoz Rivera
The statue of Luis Munoz Marin Rivera, an artistic masterpiece is the centerpiece monument located near the west end of the park.
4)
Paseo Norte – north pathway
Along this wide, paved pathway you can walk, ride bike, jog, access the playground, the bridge to El Escambron, the administrative building, and the San Geronimo Powderhouse.
5)
Escalinata – main staircase
This is a large, beautiful concrete staircase that leads down to the Ave. Munoz Rivera sidewalk.
6)
Area de Juegos de Ninos – a playground for children
7)
Administración / Café / Banos
The park administration building, café, and bathrooms are located just north of the Powderhouse.
8) Paseo Central y Fuente Lineal – central walkway and linear fountain
This is another great place to sit on a park bench and relax, walk, jog, or bike.
9)
Paseo Sur – south pathway
Like the north pathway, this is great for walking, jogging, biking and is lined with many statues of people of historical importance.
10)
Jardines – gardens
Hundreds of species of tropical plants and trees are here and all around the park.
11)
Gazebo y Laberinto Espiral or “El Caracol” – gazebo and spiral labyrinth or “the snail”
This gazebo is a heavenly spot for taking photos, especially romantic ones.
12)
Fuente Central – central fountain
Seemingly magnificent, apparently, the fountain is not working and under renovation at this time.
13)
Entrada y Estacionamiento
The main entrance and the parking lot is on the northeast end of the park off Avenida Munoz Rivera. More information on parking below.
14)
El Mirador
An open grass terrace with a very large staircase – an architectural beauty
15)
El Bosquesito
A small forest located at the east end of the park between the park and the Supreme Court Building.
16)
Puente al Parque del Tercer Milenio / El Escambron
A Pedestrian bridge that crosses Ave. Munoz Rivera to Third Millennium Park & Escambron Beach
More Notable Attractions not shown on the Park Map
Paseo de los Próceres (walkway of heroes)
See many bust sculptures of famous Latin American historical figures along this gravel path that parallels Paseo Sur.
The Pergola
The Pergola is beautiful and great for pictures as seen on the top of this page. See it for yourself.
The Sundial
…see if you can find it…and use it to set your watch!
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By sharon k
Walked thru here heading to a restaurant nearby for lunch. Water fountains empty, park not being kept up. Still very pretty, unique trees and place to sit for lunch. Looks like great place for…
html”>Walked thru here heading to a restaurant nearby for lunch. Water fountains empty, park not being kept up. Still very pretty, unique trees and place to sit for lunch. Looks like great place for…
more »By rachnraleigh
Sadly, the park is closed indefinitely due to COVID 19. The website and voice recording have not been updated, so I wanted to save other families with kids the disappointment of arriving only to be…
Sadly, the park is closed indefinitely due to COVID 19. The website and voice recording have not been updated, so I wanted to save other families with kids the disappointment of arriving only to be…
more »By Boricuagirl77
tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g147320-d12387156-r564247215-Parque_Luis_Munoz_Marin.html”>I had gone previously to the park before Hurricane María and in spite of everything (particularly no electricity yet) we had a great day. The park was clean and beautiful and the staff was really…
I had gone previously to the park before Hurricane María and in spite of everything (particularly no electricity yet) we had a great day. The park was clean and beautiful and the staff was really…
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El Dorado Airport (BOG) to Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU) is a popular route, so be sure to book your tickets in advance.
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