Calle san sebastian san juan puerto rico: Fiestas de la Calle San Sebastián

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October 8, 2021
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San Sebastian Street

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When exiting Casa Blanca go straight on San Sebastian Street until you reach the corner with “Calle Cristo”. There you will find the famous “Plaza San José”, where the “Fiestas de la Calle San Sebastián” take place every year on the third weekend of January. You will recognize it because it has the statue of Juan Ponce de León in the center.

Puerto Ricans love to party. And Puerto Rico has the longest Christmas season in the world. It all starts on Thanksgiving Day, as the American-inspired turkey dinner tradition takes on a Latin flavor of its own. Many families literally bring home their turkey in one hand and their Christmas tree and ornaments in the other. Often, while the turkey is roasting away in the oven, the family will be busy decorating their Christmas tree. From there, the Christmas season extends for approximately seven weeks and it all ends with the “Fiestas de La Calle San Sebastian”.

This hasn’t always been the case. In colonial times, Christmas season started on the 24th of December with “La Nochebuena” or holy night, that marked the night preceding the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ. From there the period extended until January 6, when the most important festivity, “El Día de Los Reyes Magos” or Three Kings Day” was celebrated.

In 1898, the United States invaded Puerto Rico and brought along Thanksgiving and Santa Claus. Now don’t forget, Puerto Ricans love to Party. So now we had this new bird that we learned to stuff with plantains and garlic and a chubby guy, in a red and white suit, without any chimneys to climb into. So how do you make the best it all? ¡You party!

Then father Madrazo came along in 1954 and organized the first “Fiestas de la Calle San Sebastian” to collect funds to restore many of the deteriorated structures on the street. One thing led to another and the organizers decided to include the famous “cabezudos”, which originally wore giant masks representing the Spanish monarchs Fernando and Isabel and marched down the street alongside residents, musicians and participants.

Today the “cabezudos” represent many characters derived from Puerto Rican folklore and march down the street followed by a “comparsa” and thousands of participants. A “comparsa” is a small musical group that generally includes several plenera drums, güiros and maracas.

But the “Fiestas de la Calle San Sebastian” go way beyond the “cabezudos” parade. The week-long event also has artisan fairs, chess matches, folkloric events and concerts under the stars. In fact, it’s the largest event in the world taking place during the month of January.

The religious aspect is kept alive by a procession in honor of the patron saint and a mass that’s traditionally celebrated on Saturday evening.

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Fiestas De La Calle San Sebastián 2015

Its party time! The largest street festival in Puerto Rico will take place January 15-18 in Old San Juan.

The origins of the festival date back to the 1950s, when a parish priest of San José Church (second oldest church in the Americas) organized the festival to raise funds for various church buildings and named it in honor of Catholic martyr, St. Sebastian. A few years later it was discontinued but Ricardo Alegría, political advocate and historian, reinstated the festival in the 1970s to benefit an elementary school in the Old San Juan.

Today, the festival is Puerto Rico’s largest street party. Thousands of people flock to Old San Juan for this 4-day celebration. If you have never been to Las Fiestas, don’t miss out! Over 350 artisans will display their work in the Cuartel de Ballajá starting at 10AM. One of our favorite events are the cabezudo parades. You will see people dressed in costume wearing heads of enormous proportions.

Shows and performances will take place in the following squares: Plaza Colón, Plaza del Quinto Centenario, La Barandilla and Plaza de Armas, among other areas.

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The festival is a wonderful event and lots of fun, but if you hate crowds, go early! Also, do not drive your rental car into town and opt for public transportation. Traffic is very heavy and it might take hours to get into town by car (see public transport details below). As the evening draws near, the festival switches from a cultural event to a large, crazy party. Yes, drinking is permitted on the street.

Please note during the four-day festival, both forts will be closed.

Public Transportation Info via Discovering Puerto Rico:

AMA – SACRED HEART STATION TO OLD SAN JUAN
• Thursday to Saturday until 10:00 pm
• Sunday: Until 9:00 pm

AMA – FROM OLD SAN JUAN to SACRED HEART STATION
• Thursday trips will be offered until 1:00 am
• Friday and Saturday until 2:00 am
• Sunday 12:00 midnight

AMA – SPECIAL RATE:
• Travel by bus: $1.00 round trip between Sacred Heart of Old San Juan
• Payment is in cash
• The return trip by bus from Old San Juan to the Sacred station will not be charged

TREN URBANO:
• Operating on regular schedule
• Except the route back to Bayamón, Sacred Heart will keep operating until the last bus from Old San Juan
• If you use the Tren Urbano you may park your vehicle in any of the parking lots that are available in the train stations.

CITY TRAIN RATE:
• $ 1. 50
• Free – Persons over 75 years

ATM – MARITIME TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY:
Cataño to San Juan: 6:00 am to 10:00 pm – Thursday to Sunday
San Juan to Cataño: Thursday 12:00 midnight
Friday and Saturday until 1:00 am
Sunday 11:00 pm

ATM RATE
50 cents
25 cents – Ages 60 to 74
Free – Children under 3 and people over 75

ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION:
Coliseo Roberto Clemente, Roosevelt Ave., San Juan
$ 5 parking covers the passage for 1 person
Additional passengers accompanying pay $1

PR Convention Center has 4000 Parking Spaces and will be charging $8.

Have fun!

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Calle San Sebastian San Juan UPDATED 2020 All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)

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Maria N.

Moscow, Russia 2019 • For two

One of the main places for festivities and recreation for tourists and local residents. On weekends, the old town hosts live music concerts, dances, carnivals and other entertainment. We came here in January – we found a lot of all sorts of events. Well done, Puerto Ricans, they walk merrily and from the heart, it’s nice to watch.

Posted on February 17, 2019

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IgorTuristik

Istra, Russia1,639 publications

Puerto Rican promenade

March 2017 • Family vacation

Oh, this cobblestone! Oh, those narrow sidewalks! Having walked a lot around the fortress, we came to this street. And we are with a stroller! There was no time for admiring the local color. That and look as if the stroller did not move out onto the roadway. But the color and variegation made a positive impression.

Published April 20, 2017

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AlexeyDevishev

Moscow, Russia105 publications

Bright Street

Oct. 2016 • Family vacation

Visit Calle San Sebastian to enjoy colorful houses with traditional balconies and blue cobblestone streets.

Published November 6, 2016

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Galina56

2619269879 publications 2016 • For two

We came to this street from Plaza San Jose. Very bright multi-colored houses with balconies, and the same famous blue paving stones. Lots of street bars and cafes. There is a festive atmosphere all around. You can imagine how people have fun during a street festival, this is with their Caribbean temperament!

Published September 19, 2016

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Tatyana G

Russia341 Publication

Calle San Sebastian

July 2016 • For two

It was my first visit to the Caribbean, and for me a walk through the old city was the most striking impression. I have never seen such architecture as in Calle San Sebastian. Houses are painted in the brightest colors, balconies and windows with shutters and flowerpots, small shops, restaurants and galleries – all this is so miniature, colorful, positive. It is better to wear comfortable shoes as the roads are stone and slopes.

Published July 24, 2016

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RudySzymon

Chicago, IL714 posts

Beautifully restored street

March 2022 • With friends

Like all old San Juan, this street has been beautifully restored. All houses are in excellent condition and painted in bright colors. A feast for the eyes.

Published April 5, 2022

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jehenson81

Washington, DC22,128 publications

Pastel buildings

Nov. 2021 • Solo travel

This street was my first real encounter with Old San Juan. Like most streets, it is narrow, cobbled, and lined with pretty pastel-colored colonial-style houses. It’s beautifully preserved and very whimsical.

Published November 10, 2021

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BenG

Lancaster, MA47 posts

if the San Sebastian holidays don’t return, the street will lose some of its luster

July 2021

WE visited this street. at cosa ostra (seafood restaurant) i ate a small lunch and drank coconut milk straight from frozen cold coconut (delicious and healthy). A bakery called Tortuga (excellent donuts) is now closed. it is very dark at night and many restaurants are closed now.

Published September 15, 2021

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rduinc

Annapolis, MD2,245 posts

One of the most colorful streets in Old San Juan . ..

March 2020

A great street to walk around with lots of shops and colorful buildings. You will also pass Plaza San José, Seportal and Benifianca.

Published March 21, 2020

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Lolly’s Look

New York, NY12,815 posts

Calle San Sebastian

March 2020

Calle San Sebastian in Old San Juan is a beautiful street with colorful shops and buildings. We walked around Old San Juan and found this area of cobbled streets to be a unique place

Published March 14, 2020

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San Juan,
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100 Cristo Street,
san juan,
puerto rico,
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Featuring an outdoor pool, hot tub and hairdresser, Hotel El Convento is just 600 meters from Old San Juan. Fort San Felipe del Morro is about 900 meters away.

Location

The hotel is located 4 km from the center of San Juan, close to San Sebastian Street. The hotel is just a short drive from the Puerto Rico Capitol.

The hotel is a 5-minute walk from bus stop 9.

Rooms

Rooms are equipped with flat-screen TV with satellite channels, personal safe, iron and ironing board. A shower cap, a dryer and a hairdryer are provided in the rooms.

Meals

Guests are invited to enjoy breakfast served in the restaurant. Restaurants Restaurant Barracina and Patio del Nispero are located next door, 175 meters from the hotel.

A full breakfast is served at the hotel for US$20 per person per night.

Leisure & Business

Free access to the gym and hot tub. The hotel also features a car park, an ATM and luggage storage.

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Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.

Parking

No parking.

Year of reconstruction: 2008.
Number of floors: 5.
Number of rooms: 58.

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Fort San Felipe Del Morro

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Paseo de la Princess

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Castle San Christobal

9000 m

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Book House

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Museum of North and South America

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Casablanca Museum

320 m

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107 Calle del Santo Cristo Cristo

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103 Calle Del Cristo

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missingHotel El Convento – San Juan
8.8
Excellent
The breakfast is amazing, especially the fries. Liked the drink too. All employees are very friendly. The hotel rooms are not the biggest, but very comfortable. The beds are not very comfortable. However, you can have a great time here. The hotel is also in an excellent location for exploring all the interesting places in old San Juan.
The beds are not the most comfortable.
Russia,
August 2019
missingHotel El Convento – San Juan
9. 6
Ideal
Location, cleanliness, facilities and staff
Don’t settle for a ground floor room. Since you will be next to the restaurant/bar of the hotel, although this may not be a problem for you as the rooms are soundproofed.
Russia,
August 2019
missingHotel El Convento – San Juan
9.6
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Excellent location with many restaurants, bars and shops within walking distance. I liked that this hotel is full of history and character. The staff provided excellent service. From the terraces of the third and fourth floors there are wonderful views! Complimented with wine and cheese liked
WiFi is terrible. On arrival it was difficult to figure out how to park and enter the hotel.
Russia,
June 2019
missingHotel El Convento – San Juan
10.0
Ideal
Well located hotel with friendly staff, cozy, great bar area. ..clean room and bathroom…the hotel exceeded all my expectations.
Russia,
May 2019
missingHotel El Convento – San Juan
8.8
Excellent
Excellent option in San Juan. Yes, the most necessary things are a few minutes walk … The architecture of the city will allow you to feel the spirit of the city. The hotel itself is very friendly and helpful staff, ready to help in everything
Problems with parking. However, the hotel can arrange transfers.
Russia,
February 2019
missingHotel El Convento – San Juan
10.0
Ideal
Great location and fantastic atmosphere. I liked the wine and cold water. The staff is very friendly and helpful, speaks good English. The room is comfortable and quiet.
Everything was great. But the pool is small.
Russia,
February 2019

FAQ

What airport is Hotel El Convento San Juan near?

Hotel El Convento San Juan is located 0. 5 km from the San Juan Isla Grande Airport.

Hotel El Convento San Juan provide meeting facilities for guests?

Yes, Hotel El Convento San Juan has a meeting room and a photocopier.

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel El Convento San Juan?

Hotel El Convento San Juan free cancellation.

Does Hotel El Convento have facilities for children?

Hotel El Convento provides cots and babysitting services.

How far is Hotel El Convento from the city center?

The city center is located 4 km from the Hotel El Convento.

Is Hotel El Convento cleaning service available?

Yes, Hotel El Convento provides housekeeping, laundry and laundry services.

What are the dining options at Hotel El Convento?

Yes, Hotel El Convento has a Caribbean restaurant called Patio del Nispero.

What are some interesting places to visit near Hotel El Convento San Juan?

150 meters from Hotel El Convento San Juan you can visit the Statue of La Rogativa.

Is there a place to have lunch/dinner near El Convento?

Rosa de Triana is located 100 meters from El Convento.

How much is a room at El Convento?

El Convento prices start at $353.

What room types are available at Hotel El Convento San Juan?

Hotel El Convento San Juan offers you to choose from the following options: Deluxe King Room, Superior Room and Junior Suite.

Is there any public transport near Hotel El Convento?

Yes, there is a bus stop 200 meters from the Hotel El Convento 9.

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100 Cristo Street,
san juan,
puerto rico,
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Puerto Rico

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Baby cots are not available in the room.

Pets Pets are not allowed.

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