Castillo san felipe del morro puerto rico: San Juan National Historic Site (U.S. National Park Service)
Explore Castillo San Felipe del Morro , San Juan, Puerto Rico
- Puerto Rico
- San Juan
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Rated 5.0/5
based on 2 reviews
based on 2 reviews
Save
View all 13 photos
All 13 photos
Save
Review
Directions
Add Photo
Description
Added by Caleb Adcock
This is a place where both history and nature overlap beautifully
This is an awesome place to check out if spending some time near San Juan.
This castle is located on the far side of Old San Juan, offering awesome views of the ocean and surrounding areas.
It costs $7 USD (for adults) to enter, and can be paid at the main entrance when you arrive. This also acts as a pass to other local castles operated by the National Parks Service (keep your receipt for proof). Once you are in, you are free to go and explore! There are different tours that can be provided if you’re looking for an in-depth lesson of its history (by outside tourism agencies) but is something that can easily be explored, self-guided, in a few hours.
Once inside, there is access to pretty much every part of the castle. The rooftop has great views of the ocean as well as parts of Old San Juan. In the middle section there are many small rooms with historic information that provides you with a little background of why the fortress was built the way it was and what that particular room was likely used for. Some of these rooms have interior access stairwells that will take you to the bottom with a lookout tower that allows you great spots to sightsee and/or take a break.
If you don’t want to pay to go inside, the grassy field outside the walls is free and open to the public! Bring a blanket and lunch and hangout for a few hours with awesome views of the water and a nice, constant breeze. It’s a great break from the hustle and bustle of the city while only be a 10 minute walk from the center of Old San Juan. There is also a paved path around the outside of the castle walls, leading you though the grassy fields and down by the water. This is a great area to do some exercise or snap some pictures.
Read More
Download the Outbound mobile app
Find adventures and camping on the go, share photos, use GPX tracks, and download maps for offline use.
Get the app
Features
Fitness
Chillin
Photography
Bathrooms
Dog Friendly
Family Friendly
Groups
Picnic Area
Scenic
Reviews
Kyle C
Explore Castillo San Felipe del Morro
12/15/20
This is a great place to stop when exploring San Juan.
I remember there being quite a bit of walking so for those less apt/able to walk there are buggies and buses to help with some of that. Definitely a lot of kite flying on the lawn in front as well!
5.0
Elena P
Explore Castillo San Felipe del Morro
07/21/20
This is a historic site in San Juan. It’s also a great place to fly a kite (because of the trade winds).
5.0
Leave No Trace
Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your
adventures and follow local regulations. Please explore responsibly!
Nearby
Stroll through Old San Juan
*Puerto Rico’s history is very interesting. Exploring Old San Juan is fun, informative, and full of culture.
*There are unlimited options for food in Old San Juan, I recommend trying Mofongo, which is made from a plantain. Find a rooftop bar to take it all in (and maybe have a mojito or two!).
*Take pictures of the buildings and streets. It’s hard to find colors like this anywhere else in A…
Catch A Sunset at Escambron Beach
I took my first cruise earlier this year and Puerto Rico was one of the stops. This beautiful beach is only a 33 minute walk from the cruise terminal and you’ll get to see a decent amount of Puerto Rico on the walk. Check out the murals across the street too!
At the beach
You are able to snorkel and the reef makes it easily swimmable. The views are great too; to the west you can see the Capi…
Surf Aviones
This is a reef break in San Juan Puerto Rico. This is probably the most consistent wave on the entire island of Puerto Rico! It’s a very popular summer time spot for surf, as waves become unmanageable when the large NW swells come through.
This wave offers both lefts and rights. I would recommend this spot for the more experienced surfer, since the wave isn’t the most forgiving and there is a…
Cañon San Cristobal
The hike from one end of Cañon San Cristobal to the other is arguably the most epic in Puerto Rico. Descend a thousand feet into a turquoise swimming hole, climb up a waterfall and find yourself in a valley so perfect it doesn’t seem real. Climb up another waterfall, hike about a mile and you’ll come to ‘La Niebla’: the largest waterfall on the island, 300 feet of water cascading down the side …
Hike Through the El Yunque Rain Forest
Hiking the El Yunque Trail is a 5 mile round trip, about 3 to 4 hours in duration, with a moderate to difficult skill level. In parts, the paved path is well-maintained, and in others, you’ll need to navigate very wet, muddy terrain. The trail takes you up up through the Palo Colorado Forest, to the Palma Sierra, and finally the Dwarf Forest.
Be sure to take note of your path as certain areas o…
Explore Juan Diego Falls
Juan Diego Falls are a pair of waterfalls that can be accessed by an incredibly short and ignored trail when passing through El Yunque.When driving up the mountain (heading southwest on 191) the trail entrance can be found behind a road barrier on the right hand side of the road at approximately KM 9.8. This is at a corner between Yokahú Tower and Big Tree Trail’s parking areas. There are ma…
Discover
- Local Adventures
- Tours and trips
- Camping Nearby
- Stories
Community
- Shop
- Outbound PRO Membership
- Add your property
Follow Us
- YouTube
© 2022 The Outbound Collective – Terms of Use – Privacy Policy
Castillo San Felipe Del Morro Framed Art Prints
Results: 379
Results: 379
Puerto Rico, San Juan, Fort San Felipe Framed Print
$87
$70
Castillo de San Cristobal Ocean Sentry Framed Print
$74
$59
Castillo de San Cristobal Sentry Door Framed Print
$74
$59
Paseo de la Princesa Puerto Rico Framed Print
$74
$59
USA, Puerto Rico, San Juan Framed Print
$80
$64
Puerto Rico Travel Poster – Vintage Travel Framed Print
$76
$61
El Morro Sentry Tower Color Splash Black and White San Juan Puerto Rico Framed Print
$82
$66
El Morro Framed Print
$95
$76
Puerto Rico, San Juan, Fort San Felipe Framed Print
$80
$64
USA, Puerto Rico, San Juan Framed Print
$80
$64
USA, Puerto Rico, San Juan Framed Print
$80
$64
USA, Puerto Rico, San Juan Framed Print
$80
$64
Puerto Rico Castillo San Felipe del Morro Framed Print
$89
$71
Puerto Rico, San Juan, Fort San Felipe Framed Print
$79
$63
Sentry Tower Castillo San Felipe Del Morro Fortress San Juan Puerto Rico Black and White Framed Print
$82
$66
Old Wood Door Arch and Shutters Framed Print
$74
$59
Arch Door Hallway Infinity Framed Print
$74
$59
Old Door Grille Speakeasy Peephole Framed Print
$74
$59
Del Morro Lighthouse – San Juan Puerto Rico Framed Print
$77
$62
Puerto Rico, San Juan, Fort San Felipe Framed Print
$80
$64
Puerto Rico, San Juan, Fort San Felipe Framed Print
$87
$70
Puerto Rico, San Juan, Fort San Felipe Framed Print
$80
$64
Puerto Rico, San Juan, Fort San Felipe Framed Print
$79
$63
El Morro Fortress And Church Framed Print
$80
$64
Puerto Rico, San Juan, Fort San Felipe Framed Print
$80
$64
Puerto Rico, San Juan, Fort San Felipe Framed Print
$87
$70
Ruins Of Castillo San Felipe Del Morro Framed Print
$105
$84
San Felipe Del Morro, Puerto Rico Framed Print
$141
$113
Fort, Old San Juan, Puerto Rico Framed Print
$141
$113
Fort, Old San Juan, Puerto Rico Framed Print
$141
$113
Fort, Old San Juan, Puerto Rico Framed Print
$141
$113
Fort, Old San Juan, Puerto Rico Framed Print
$141
$113
Fort, Old San Juan, Puerto Rico Framed Print
$150
$120
Puerto Rican Flag – Puerto Rico Love Framed Print
$77
$62
Cemetery And La Perla From El Morro Framed Print
$80
$64
Cemetery And La Perla From El Morro Framed Print
$80
$64
Cobblestones From Ship’s Ballast Or Framed Print
$80
$64
Cobblestones From Ship’s Ballast Or Framed Print
$79
$63
El Morro 001 Framed Print
$79
$63
Morro Castle San Juan Framed Print
$84
$67
Castillo San Felipe del Morro 003 BW Framed Print
$79
$63
El Morro 003 BW Framed Print
$79
$63
El Morro and New Moon Framed Print
$94
$75
Garita del Morro 001 BW Framed Print
$79
$63
Vision of Saint Francis Framed Print
$84
$67
San Juan National Historic Site Vintage Poster Framed Print
$110
$88
El Morro 002 BW Framed Print
$79
$63
Castillo San Felipe del Morro Framed Print
$80
$64
Castillo San Felipe del Morro 005 Framed Print
$79
$63
Castillo San Felipe del Morro Framed Print
$79
$63
Castillo San Felipe del Morro.
Framed Print
$80
$64
Castillo San Felipe del Morro. Framed Print
$80
$64
Castillo San Felipe del Morro. Framed Print
$80
$64
Castillo San Felipe del Morro. Framed Print
$80
$64
Castillo San Felipe del Morro. Framed Print
$80
$64
Faro del Castillo del Morro Framed Print
$70
$56
Castillo San Felipe del Morro 2 Framed Print
$80
$64
Castillo San Felipe del Morro 1 Framed Print
$80
$64
El Morro Framed Print
$76
$61
San Juan from El Morro Framed Print
$134
$107
Castillo San Felipe del Morro 001 BW Framed Print
$79
$63
Castillo San Felipe del Morro 004 Framed Print
$79
$63
Castillo San Felipe del Morro 005 BW Framed Print
$79
$63
El Morro 001 Color Framed Print
$79
$63
El Morro Framed Print
$94
$75
El Morro at Night Framed Print
$94
$75
El Morro and Cemetery Framed Print
$94
$75
El Morro Panorama Framed Print
$89
$71
Castillo San Felipe del Morro San Juan Framed Print
$96
$77
No 4 Mestizo Mestiza Mestiza Framed Print
$74
$59
Castillo San Felipe del Morro Framed Print
$79
$63
Next
Wall Art
AllCanvas PrintsArt PrintsPostersFramed PrintsMetal PrintsAcrylic PrintsWood PrintsTapestries
Home Decor
Throw PillowsFleece BlanketsDuvet CoversShower CurtainsBath TowelsHand TowelsCoffee MugsOrnaments
Apparel
Men’s T-ShirtsMen’s Tank TopsWomen’s T-ShirtsWomen’s Tank TopsLong Sleeve T-ShirtsSweatshirtsKid’s T-ShirtsBaby OnesiesFace Masks
Phone Cases
iPhone CasesGalaxy CasesPortable Battery Chargers
Stationery
Greeting CardsNotebooksStickers
Lifestyle
Yoga MatsTote BagsWeekender Tote BagsCarry-All PouchesCoffee MugsJigsaw Puzzles
Beach
Beach TowelsRound Beach TowelsWeekender Tote BagsCarry-All PouchesPortable Battery Chargers
Totes & Pouches
Tote BagsWeekender Tote BagsCarry-All Pouches
Originals
Original Artwork for Sale
Miscellaneous
Gift CertificatesSample KitsCreate Your Own Products
All
Paintings
Photographs
Drawings
Digital Art
Mixed Media
All Framed Prints
We’ve shipped millions of items worldwide for our 1+ million artists.
Each purchase comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee.
0
Hotels in Old San Juan San Juan
Check the conditions of your booking
For bookings made from April 6, 2020, we recommend that you evaluate the risk associated with coronavirus (COVID-19) and the measures taken by the authorities to combat it . If you select a non-refundable rate, you will not be able to receive a refund if your booking is cancelled. Your cancellation request will be processed by the hotel in accordance with your rate conditions and consumer protection laws. If in doubt, we recommend booking a free cancellation option. If your plans change, you can cancel your booking without penalty during the free cancellation period. 9Ol000
Price range (per night)
USD 0 – USD 50
[9]
USD 50 – USD 100
[6]
USD 100 – USD 150
[9]
USD 150 – USD 200
[11]
USD 200+
[27]
More Hide
Options for accommodation
- [24]
- [18]
- [5]
- [4]
- [2]
- [2]
- [1]
- [1]
- [1]
- [1]
ocean park
[64]
Old San Juan
[62]
Condado
[61]
Miramar
[26]
Santurce
[15]
Puri Beach
[1]
[4]
[4]
[4]
[4]
[4]
Read more
Isla Verde
[140]
More Hide
Landmarks
San Juan Isla Grande Airport
[58]
San Juan Bautista Cathedral
[57]
Maritime Museum
[57]
Old San Juan Organic Farmers Market
[57]
San Juan National Historic Site
[57]
Museum of the Americas
[57]
La Esperanza Park
[57]
Cabras Island National Park
[57]
Las Palomas Park
[57]
Plaza del Quinto Centenario
[57]
Felisa Rincon de Gautier Museum
[57]
Plaza de San Jose
[57]
San Juan Art and History Museum
[57]
Columbus Square
[57]
Plazuela de la Rogativa
[57]
More Hide
Subject
Airport hotels
[59]
Hotels in the center
[58]
Resort hotels
[27]
Hotels for guests with pets
[22]
Budget hotels
[16]
Design hotels
[9]
Beach hotels
[9]
Hotels with jacuzzis
[7]
boutique hotels
[7]
Luxury hotels
[6]
Family Hotels
[6]
Business hotels
[4]
Golf hotels
[2]
Historic hotels
[2]
Spa hotels
[2]
Hotels with a kitchen
[2]
Casino hotels
[1]
Romantic hotels
[1]
More Hide
Guest Rating
Excellent 4.
5+[8]
Very good 4+
[28]
Good 3.5+
[8]
Medium 3+
[2]
5+More details Hide
Hotel services
WiFi
[43]
Pets allowed
[22]
Rooms/services for the disabled
[12]
24 hour reception
[12]
Express check-in/out
[11]
Adults Only
[5]
Fitness Centre
[4]
Casino
[1]
More Hide
Room amenities
Free Wi-Fi in the room
[5]
Soundproof rooms
[2]
More info Hide
Show hotel by
Apply filters
Remove filters
Check the conditions of your booking
For bookings made after April 6, 2020, we recommend that you evaluate the risk associated with coronavirus (COVID-19) and the measures taken by the authorities to combat it. If you select a non-refundable rate, you will not be able to receive a refund if your booking is cancelled.
Your cancellation request will be processed by the hotel in accordance with your rate conditions and consumer protection laws. If in doubt, we recommend booking a free cancellation option. If your plans change, you can cancel your booking without penalty during the free cancellation period.
62 results
Casa Tripgogo
From 48 US$
263 Calle San Francisco, San Juan, Puerto Rico (To the map)
Old San Juan and St. 0.4 km respectively. To the center…
Go to the hotel
price for 1 night
Book
From 48 US$El Convento
From 203 US$
100 Cristo Street, San Juan, Puerto Rico (To the map)
This hotel is approximately 5 minutes’ walk from the Ponce de Leon Statue and 5 minutes’ walk from the bus…
Go to hotel
price per night
Book
From 203 US$Da’House
From 215 US$
312 San Francisco St.
, San Juan, Puerto Rico (To the map)It is located about 4.1 km from Laguna del Condado. Fuerte San Geronimo is 3.1 km from the hotel.
Go to hotel
price per night
Book
From 215 US$Hotel Plaza De Armas
From 127 US$
202 San Jose Street, San Juan, Puerto Rico boasts a picturesque location in
area near the San Cristobal Castle. From the center…
Go to hotel
price per night
Book
From 127 US$Navona Studios
From 80 US$
258 Calle San Francisco, San Juan, Puerto Rico (Hotel located only 5 minutes walk from the map)
Fort San Felipe del Morro. The center is 4 km away from the hotel.
Book
From 80 US$The Gallery Inn
From 164 US$
204 Bulevar Del Valle, San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico, San Juanico, Puerto Rico on the map
This trendy hotel is located in Old San Juan, about 5 minutes’ walk from the beach.
Less than…Go to hotel
price per night
Book
From 164 US$Old San Juan Guest House
From US$ 115
310 Street De San Francisco, San Juan, Puerto Rico (To the map)
get there in a couple of minutes. Guests can…
Go to hotel
price per night
Book
From 115 US$Fortel Hostel
From 37 US$
309 Calle De La Fortaleza 2Nd Floor, San Juan, Puerto Rico (To the map)
Museum of the Americas is 0.7 km from the hostel, while Old San Juan is 300 meters away. Distance to the center of San…
Go to hotel
price for 1 night
Book
From 37 US$Decanter Hotel
From 278 US$
106 Calle San Jose, San Juan, Puerto Rico (To the map)
It is located 0.
3 km from Castillo San Felipe del Morro. Castillo San Felipe del Morro is located approximately…
Book
From 278 US $Fortaleza Suites Old San Juan
from 169 US $
315 Calle Fortaleza, San Huang, Puero-Rica (hotel on the hotel) Metropolis of San Juan Bautista and La Esperanza Park is 2.5 km away.
Go to hotel
price per night
Book
From 169 US $CASABLANCA Hotel
from 150 US $
316 Calle Fortaleza, Puerto-rico (hotel on the map)
Velauno and Form distances of 3.3 km and 1.9 km, respectively. The hotel is located…
Go to hotel
price for 1 night
Book
From 150 US$Hotel Milano
From 95 US$
307 Fortaleza Street, San Juan, Pr, San Juan, Puerto Rico 90 at 90 -Juan is located in the Old San Juan area.
Just 15 minutes walk and you will find yourself at the National…
Book
From 95 US$Villa Herencia Hotel
From 252 US$
23 Caleta Las Monjas, San Juan, Puerto Rico (To the map)
km. Porres. The city center is approximately…
Go to the hotel
price for 1 night
Book
From 252 US$The Lofts At Old San Juan
From US$ 493
155 Calle De La Cruz, San Juan, Puerto Rico (To the map)
Condado is 10 minutes away by car. Even faster you can get to Las Palomas Park.
Go to hotel
price per night
Book
From 493 US$La Capitana Old San Juan
From 169 US$
412 Calle Norzagaray, San Juan, Puerto Rico (To the map)
The hotel is located 4 km from the center of San Juan, close to Columbus Square.
The Maritime Museum is located…
Book
From 169 US$My Hotel In Puerto Rico
From 219 US$
206 C. De La Fortaleza, San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico on the map)
This San Juan hotel is 4 km from the city centre. La Esperanza Park awaits guests…
Go to hotel
price per night
Book
From 219 US $Old San Juan Rentals
from 179 US $
205 Calle Cristo, Suite 2, Puerto Rica (hotel on the map)
to the statue León is a 5-minute drive and Fort San Felipe del Morro is a 5-minute drive. This apartment is located…
Go to hotel
price per night
Book
From 179 US$Denizens By Tripgogo
From 69 US$
263 Calle San Francisco, San Juan Total, Puerto Rico in this hotel 900.
2 km (Hotel on the map) 900.2 km Museum of the National Guard in Puerto Rico is located 4 km from the center of the…
Book
From 69 US$El Cervantes Hotel
From 284 US$
329 Calle Del Recinto Sur, San Juan, Puerto Rico (To the map)
Felipe del Morro. The city center is 3 km from the…
Book
From 284 US$El Colonial Adults Only
From 169 US$
312 C. De San Francisco, San Juan, Pr, San Juan, Puerto Rico (To the map)
The center of San Juan is 4 km from the hotel, and the Center culture Casa Bacardi can be reached in a couple of minutes.
Go to hotel
price per night
Book
From 169 US$
, San Juan, Puerto Rico (To the map)
Less than…
3 km from Castillo San Felipe del Morro. Castillo San Felipe del Morro is located approximately…
Just 15 minutes walk and you will find yourself at the National…
The Maritime Museum is located…
2 km (Hotel on the map) 900.2 km Museum of the National Guard in Puerto Rico is located 4 km from the center of the…- 1-20
- 21-40
- 41-60
- 61-62
- >>
Search for hotels in
so far found
We use cookies to make sure we give you the best experience on our website.
If you continue to use the site, we will assume that you do not mind using them.
Puerto Rico Attractions: what to see, where to relax
Sunny island resort, offering a huge selection of entertainment, will not disappoint even the most fastidious traveler. Luxurious beaches, developed tourist infrastructure, cheerful nightlife attract guests from different parts of our planet. An incredible number of historical monuments and stunning landscapes leave no one indifferent.
Geographical position
Exotic Puerto Rico, whose sights fully reflect its diversity, is located in the heart of the Caribbean. The state with an area of 13.7 thousand km 2 consists of one huge island and a large number of tiny islands. In the north they are washed by the Atlantic Ocean, and in the south by the Caribbean Sea.
Interesting facts about the paradise
Puerto Rico originally belonged to the Taino Indians.
Before the arrival of Christopher Columbus on the island in 149In the year 3 there was an advanced civilization about which modern scientists know too little. After the start of Spanish colonization, the natives died out within a few decades. The Netherlands, France, Great Britain fought for a tidbit in the Caribbean. Now the country, whose name in Spanish sounds like “rich port”, is under the control of the United States, but is not their administrative unit. The island has legislative and executive branches of government, as well as its own constitution.
Approximately four million people live here, and every year about two million tourists rush here to relax. More than 70% of the population are Creoles – descendants of immigrants from Spain. What language is spoken in Puerto Rico? Locals speak Spanish and know English very well, which is subject to compulsory study at school. True, only no more than a hundred thousand inhabitants consider him to be their family.
Miraculous masterpieces
The nature of Puerto Rico is amazing! Picturesque coastlines, fantastic-looking canyons, emerald lagoons, mysterious caves and majestic mountains delight vacationers.
And dense tropical forests are the pride of an exotic country. The natural features of the island, where the coastal green merges into a single whole with the blue of the sky, are as colorful as its national composition.
Amazing cave world
In the northwest of the country, in The Parque de las Cavernas del Rio Camuy natural park, there is an extensive network of caves. Rio Kamui is a mysterious underground world that formed 45 million years ago. Of the 800 halls, no more than 200 have been explored so far, but a small part of them is available for tourists to visit. The miraculous miracle, which has not yet revealed all its secrets to mankind, impresses with its beauty and size.
The mysterious grottoes, 200 meters high and about 130 meters deep, hardly get sunlight, and a completely different world opens up in the underworld. Experts have discovered rare species of blind fish that live in underground lakes, and bizarre karst formations resemble alien landscapes.
As the tourists who descended underground after the bright tropics admit, they felt the magic of a unique corner with a mystical aura. This is a real immersion in another dimension.
Bioluminescent bays
Puerto Rico’s natural attractions amaze not only tourists, but also scientists. Three bays (Mosquito, La Parguera and Laguna Grande) made the country famous all over the world. Bioluminescent reservoirs, in which the concentration of microorganisms is high, surprised the Spaniards who came to the island. The missionaries, who for the first time in their lives saw how the water glows at night, considered that these were the machinations of the devil.
Dinoflagellates are unicellular algae that have a special enzyme that “turns on” in the water at night. The colorful illumination fascinates tourists who unwittingly contribute to the destruction of microorganisms that are very sensitive to chemicals, including sunscreens and deodorants.
Turtle Island
The tiny uninhabited island of Culebrita, famous for its peaceful atmosphere, immerses you in natural comfort.
But not only the snow-white beach delights vacationers with exotic beauty. The tropical paradise was chosen by sea turtles coming ashore to soak up the rays of the gentle sun and lay eggs.
Nicknamed “Island of the Turtles”, Culebrita invites you to admire underwater landscapes and watch other inhabitants – exotic birds, whose singing is relaxing.
The capital of the state
Colorful Puerto Rico, whose sights allow you not only to have fun, but also to spend time with benefit, is adored by lovers of relaxed rest and connoisseurs of architectural masterpieces. Numerous monuments, combining many different cultures from various continents, convey the energy of the colonial period.
The capital of a freely associated state, named after St. John the Baptist, is of great interest to tourists – San Juan. It is the largest cultural, historical and political center of Puerto Rico. This open-air museum is famous throughout the world for its architectural works. The old part of the city, where multi-colored colonial-style houses are erected, and narrow streets paved with cobblestones are more reminiscent of Spain, delights tourists.
Ancient fortress
Fans of historical monuments should definitely go to the old town of San Juan, where the Castillo de San Felipe del Morro towers. The defensive fortress appeared at a time when the Spaniards captured the island and wanted to protect themselves from the invaders of other countries who were trying to take it away. The powerful building, named after the king of Spain, has undergone numerous renovations for a long time. Protected by UNESCO, it is perfectly preserved and attracts with amazing seascapes.
Beach holidays
The luxurious beaches of Puerto Rico, which can be called its main attractions, amaze with their beauty: slender palm trees grow directly from the sand, which looks very unusual. Here the water is pure, and the bottom is flat, with a slight slope, and you can safely let the kids go swimming.
Tourists love the beaches on the island of Vieques, and the most popular is the well-equipped Sun Bay, while Secret Beach is ideal for those who seek solitude.
Flamenco on the island of Culebra is a favorite destination for families with young children, as the water does not rise much at high tide. I must say that excellent service awaits guests everywhere, and there are always restaurants, cafes and shops near the beaches.
But it is not recommended to go out to the open sea, because strong currents and dangerous predators await brave swimmers.
Arecibo Astronomical Observatory
What else to see in Puerto Rico? When it comes to the modern attractions of the island, one cannot fail to mention the Arecibo astronomical observatory, located 15 kilometers from the town of the same name. The spherical radio telescope used to study the solar system is considered the largest in the world: its antenna diameter is 305 meters. Resembling a huge bowl, which is dug into the top of the mountain, it consists of 39thousands of aluminum panels that reflect radio waves.
With its help, scientists learned a lot about the upper atmosphere and space, and some discoveries even won the Nobel Prize.