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La Guancha is one of the hottest hang out spots in Ponce, literally, it's right next to the beach. Take a trip to this boardwalk facing the Caribbean Sea to find an array of fun things to do. Start by having a meal at some of the kiosks turned restaurants, and then have a drink at one of the bars. You can also buy some seeds and feed the birds, fish, and pelicans that are always around the boardwalk grounds. Finish the visit by going up the Guancha Lighthouse and enjoying the view.
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La Guancha Park
Calle BLa Guancha is one of the hottest hang out spots in Ponce, literally, it's right next to the beach. Take a trip to this boardwalk facing the Caribbean Sea to find an array of fun things to do. Start by having a meal at some of the kiosks turned restaurants, and then have a drink at one of the bars. You can also buy some seeds and feed the birds, fish, and pelicans that are always around the boardwalk grounds. Finish the visit by going up the Guancha Lighthouse and enjoying the view.
You'll find the historic and emblematic red and black Parque de Bombas in the southern town of Ponce. Instantly recognizable, this old fire station is one of the island's most photographed landmarks. The Parque de Bombas is located in Ponce's enchanting town square, Plaza de las Delicias, directly behind the town's cathedral. For many years, the building housed the city's main fire station, and now it houses a small museum. The Parque de Bombas was Puerto Rico's first-ever fire station, and it was listed in the National Register of Historic Places on July 12, 1984.
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Parque de Bombas
You'll find the historic and emblematic red and black Parque de Bombas in the southern town of Ponce. Instantly recognizable, this old fire station is one of the island's most photographed landmarks. The Parque de Bombas is located in Ponce's enchanting town square, Plaza de las Delicias, directly behind the town's cathedral. For many years, the building housed the city's main fire station, and now it houses a small museum. The Parque de Bombas was Puerto Rico's first-ever fire station, and it was listed in the National Register of Historic Places on July 12, 1984.
The Museo de Arte de Ponce’s internationally renowned collection is comprised of more than 4,500 works of art from many cultures, dating from the ninth century C.E. to the present. This dynamic, wide-ranging collection includes paintings, sculptures, prints, photographs, drawings, decorative arts, pre-Hispanic and African objects, Puerto Rican folk art, contemporary ceramics, video, and sound art.
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Museo de Arte de Ponce
2325 Av. Las AméricasThe Museo de Arte de Ponce’s internationally renowned collection is comprised of more than 4,500 works of art from many cultures, dating from the ninth century C.E. to the present. This dynamic, wide-ranging collection includes paintings, sculptures, prints, photographs, drawings, decorative arts, pre-Hispanic and African objects, Puerto Rican folk art, contemporary ceramics, video, and sound art.
Cruceta del Vigía is a 100 feet tall cross located atop Vigia Hill in Ponce, across from Museo Castillo Serrallés. It houses a tourist center at its base, a ten-story vertical tower, and a horizontal sky bridge that has panoramic views of the city and the Caribbean Sea. Visitors can reach the skybridge via glass elevators or a staircase. Made of reinforced concrete, the cross has withstood various natural disasters. The arms of the cross measure 70 feet. It was inaugurated in 1984. Owned by the Town of Ponce and is currently operated by the "Museo Castillo Serrallés," a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and administrating several of the city's landmarks.
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Cruceta del Vigía
Sec El VigiaCruceta del Vigía is a 100 feet tall cross located atop Vigia Hill in Ponce, across from Museo Castillo Serrallés. It houses a tourist center at its base, a ten-story vertical tower, and a horizontal sky bridge that has panoramic views of the city and the Caribbean Sea. Visitors can reach the skybridge via glass elevators or a staircase. Made of reinforced concrete, the cross has withstood various natural disasters. The arms of the cross measure 70 feet. It was inaugurated in 1984. Owned by the Town of Ponce and is currently operated by the "Museo Castillo Serrallés," a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and administrating several of the city's landmarks.
The Castillo Serrallés Museum is a 1930s Spanish Revival-style home built by the Serrallés family of the famous DonQ rum. It has a butterfly nursery, the Vigía Cross, and a Japanese garden: an oasis of peace with benches, pagodas, and koi ponds. This venue is perfect for weddings, social events, and more.
The museum has a permanent exhibition and guided tours are given in English and Spanish.
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Museo Castillo Serrallés
Paseo De La CrucetaThe Castillo Serrallés Museum is a 1930s Spanish Revival-style home built by the Serrallés family of the famous DonQ rum. It has a butterfly nursery, the Vigía Cross, and a Japanese garden: an oasis of peace with benches, pagodas, and koi ponds. This venue is perfect for weddings, social events, and more.
The museum has a permanent exhibition and guided tours are given in English and Spanish.
ViVa Casino Bar is Ponce's most prestigous venue offering the ultimate in comfort and sophistication. It comes to life at 5PM providing the best quality music and DJ's. With our ultra cool bar, unrivalled light system, strong rotation of resident DJs and live entertainment acts, ViVa Casino Bar is the place where everyone heads to unwind and party.
VIVA CASINO BAR
163 Calle Reina IsabelViVa Casino Bar is Ponce's most prestigous venue offering the ultimate in comfort and sophistication. It comes to life at 5PM providing the best quality music and DJ's. With our ultra cool bar, unrivalled light system, strong rotation of resident DJs and live entertainment acts, ViVa Casino Bar is the place where everyone heads to unwind and party.
Bowling
Bolera Caribe is a bowling center located in barrio Coto Laurel in the municipality of Ponce, Puerto Rico
Bolera Caribe
Puerto Rico 506Shopping
Plaza del Caribe is an enclosed shopping mall located in Ponce, Puerto Rico. It is owned by Empresas Fonalledas and it is the largest mall in southern Puerto Rico. The mall is located at the intersection of Puerto Rico Highway 2 and Highway 12. The anchor stores are JCPenney and Macy's.
Plaza del Caribe is an enclosed shopping mall located in Ponce, Puerto Rico. It is owned by Empresas Fonalledas and it is the largest mall in southern Puerto Rico. The mall is located at the intersection of Puerto Rico Highway 2 and Highway 12. The anchor stores are JCPenney and Macy's.
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Plaza del Caribe
2050 Ponce BypassPlaza del Caribe is an enclosed shopping mall located in Ponce, Puerto Rico. It is owned by Empresas Fonalledas and it is the largest mall in southern Puerto Rico. The mall is located at the intersection of Puerto Rico Highway 2 and Highway 12. The anchor stores are JCPenney and Macy's.
Centro del Sur Mall is anchored by the well-known department stores Mega Marshall’s and Burlington Coat Factory. Among the other anchors are Mega Me Salve and Baby Depot. The food court has a variety of food options, almost for every taste, such as Crave, Charlie’s Pizza, Subway, and Villa China. The Mall has a variety of National and Local Tenants such as: Kress, Rainbow, Payless Shoesource, All Ways 99, Bakers, among others.
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Centro Del Sur Mall
Puerto Rico 163Centro del Sur Mall is anchored by the well-known department stores Mega Marshall’s and Burlington Coat Factory. Among the other anchors are Mega Me Salve and Baby Depot. The food court has a variety of food options, almost for every taste, such as Crave, Charlie’s Pizza, Subway, and Villa China. The Mall has a variety of National and Local Tenants such as: Kress, Rainbow, Payless Shoesource, All Ways 99, Bakers, among others.
Food scene
Founded in 1982, La Borinqueña is known for their delicious bread and pastries, which are baked fresh every day.
Panadería La Borinqueña
12 Calle CentralFounded in 1982, La Borinqueña is known for their delicious bread and pastries, which are baked fresh every day.
AZUK FINE COFFEE & BISTRO
Breakfast, Brunch, Coffee
CoffeeHouse
Ponce BypassBreakfast, Brunch, Coffee
La Casa del Chef
Puerto Rican Cuisine
Neighborhoods
Known as both the "paradise of eternal summer" and the "town of friendship,” Guánica is located on the southwest coast of Puerto Rico — the warmest and driest part of the Island, with year-round temperatures hovering between 80 and 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
If you enjoy venturing down unpaved roads to explore uncrowded (and nearly untouched) nature, Guánica is your perfect slice of paradise. It’s an example of the rich geographical and ecological diversity that the Island offers, and is distinguished primarily by its hidden beaches surrounded by dense flora.
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Guanica
Known as both the "paradise of eternal summer" and the "town of friendship,” Guánica is located on the southwest coast of Puerto Rico — the warmest and driest part of the Island, with year-round temperatures hovering between 80 and 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
If you enjoy venturing down unpaved roads to explore uncrowded (and nearly untouched) nature, Guánica is your perfect slice of paradise. It’s an example of the rich geographical and ecological diversity that the Island offers, and is distinguished primarily by its hidden beaches surrounded by dense flora.
Known as the "Village of Cofresí," a name that alludes to the famous Puerto Rican pirate Roberto Cofresí y Ramírez de Arellano, Cabo Rojo is located in the southwest corner of Puerto Rico, about three hours from SJU airport.
This coastal gem may not be widely known outside of Puerto Rico, but the dramatic landscapes and protected beaches of the Cabo Rojo National Wildlife Refuge make it quite popular among locals. Beyond sightseeing and outdoor activities for beach and nature lovers, Cabo Rojo is rich in experiences for foodies, offering local seafood mixed with Puerto Rican criollo (creole) traditions.
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Faro de Cabo Rojo
Known as the "Village of Cofresí," a name that alludes to the famous Puerto Rican pirate Roberto Cofresí y Ramírez de Arellano, Cabo Rojo is located in the southwest corner of Puerto Rico, about three hours from SJU airport.
This coastal gem may not be widely known outside of Puerto Rico, but the dramatic landscapes and protected beaches of the Cabo Rojo National Wildlife Refuge make it quite popular among locals. Beyond sightseeing and outdoor activities for beach and nature lovers, Cabo Rojo is rich in experiences for foodies, offering local seafood mixed with Puerto Rican criollo (creole) traditions.
Visiting Old San Juan is a great introduction to Puerto Rican history, culture, and hospitality. If your cruise itinerary includes a stop here, then you’ll be right in the heart of the old city, where you’ll find dozens of historic landmarks, museums, galleries, boutiques, and shops all seamlessly incorporated into one of the best-preserved Spanish colonial cities in the world.
Old San Juan is incredibly walkable, so you can definitely plan to explore many sites on foot if you like, but there are also free golf carts around called Garita Carts on a circuit of the city making it easier to get around. You can also find taxis or Uber if there’s something you want to see that’s too far to walk.
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Viejo San Juan
Visiting Old San Juan is a great introduction to Puerto Rican history, culture, and hospitality. If your cruise itinerary includes a stop here, then you’ll be right in the heart of the old city, where you’ll find dozens of historic landmarks, museums, galleries, boutiques, and shops all seamlessly incorporated into one of the best-preserved Spanish colonial cities in the world.
Old San Juan is incredibly walkable, so you can definitely plan to explore many sites on foot if you like, but there are also free golf carts around called Garita Carts on a circuit of the city making it easier to get around. You can also find taxis or Uber if there’s something you want to see that’s too far to walk.
Beach
A beach on a remote island with crystal clear water around is undoubtedly breathtaking. Jungle Beach in Puerto Rico is a hidden treasure which has loads of wildlife to explore apart from the beach fun. The beach is surrounded by Mangrove plantation and the path to the beach is made of sand and stone. Kayaking, paddle boating, swimming or simply resting under a pleasant shade, the beach is perfect for these activities. Pick up your picnic basket and head towards the calm and serene beach with very less human intervention.
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Playa de la Jungla
A beach on a remote island with crystal clear water around is undoubtedly breathtaking. Jungle Beach in Puerto Rico is a hidden treasure which has loads of wildlife to explore apart from the beach fun. The beach is surrounded by Mangrove plantation and the path to the beach is made of sand and stone. Kayaking, paddle boating, swimming or simply resting under a pleasant shade, the beach is perfect for these activities. Pick up your picnic basket and head towards the calm and serene beach with very less human intervention.
La Playuela is commonly known as Playa Sucia and it is one of the most popular beaches in Cabo Rojo. With breathtaking views and plenty of wilderness to explore, this beach is part of the town’s nature reserve. This beach doesn’t have a strip of hotels or oceanfront businesses, but the striking landscape makes it a special natural wonder. It is the ideal place for beach-bumming and achieving that perfect sun-kissed tan. Playuela is just steps away from Los Morrillos Lighthouse and has limited parking, so make sure to get there early.
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Playa sucia
La Playuela is commonly known as Playa Sucia and it is one of the most popular beaches in Cabo Rojo. With breathtaking views and plenty of wilderness to explore, this beach is part of the town’s nature reserve. This beach doesn’t have a strip of hotels or oceanfront businesses, but the striking landscape makes it a special natural wonder. It is the ideal place for beach-bumming and achieving that perfect sun-kissed tan. Playuela is just steps away from Los Morrillos Lighthouse and has limited parking, so make sure to get there early.
Buyé Beach is a beach in southwestern Puerto Rico, in the municipality of Cabo Rojo. The beach is popular with locals due to its soft, light beige-colored sand, its calm waters, and its relaxed and secluded, yet family-friendly, atmosphere
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Playa Buye
Camino BuyeBuyé Beach is a beach in southwestern Puerto Rico, in the municipality of Cabo Rojo. The beach is popular with locals due to its soft, light beige-colored sand, its calm waters, and its relaxed and secluded, yet family-friendly, atmosphere
Boquerón Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Puerto Rico located in the coastal city of Cabo Rojo. This beach with numerous palm trees, has an extensive coastline covered with calm waters.
Boquerón Beach is one of the “Blue Flag” beaches in Puerto Rico, a coveted award given to beaches around the world that meet strict standards, particularly safety and water quality.
It is one of the most visited beaches, where you can calmly sunbathe on the sand, bathe on the beach, kayak or rest comfortably in the shady areas.
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Boquerón
Boquerón Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Puerto Rico located in the coastal city of Cabo Rojo. This beach with numerous palm trees, has an extensive coastline covered with calm waters.
Boquerón Beach is one of the “Blue Flag” beaches in Puerto Rico, a coveted award given to beaches around the world that meet strict standards, particularly safety and water quality.
It is one of the most visited beaches, where you can calmly sunbathe on the sand, bathe on the beach, kayak or rest comfortably in the shady areas.
Beach
Playa Santa is one of the most popular beaches for locals, and a secret hideaway for visitors in the know wanting a great beach without crowds during the week. Playa Santa has some of the most beautiful water on the main island, tinted by nature in baby blue, sometimes is clear as glass. Families and locals love it for the beachside chinchorros (food kiosks) offering traditional Puerto Rican fritters including the very popular empanadillas (fried turnovers) filled with beef, chicken, or fresh seafood brought in from fishermen next door.
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Playa Santa
Playa Santa is one of the most popular beaches for locals, and a secret hideaway for visitors in the know wanting a great beach without crowds during the week. Playa Santa has some of the most beautiful water on the main island, tinted by nature in baby blue, sometimes is clear as glass. Families and locals love it for the beachside chinchorros (food kiosks) offering traditional Puerto Rican fritters including the very popular empanadillas (fried turnovers) filled with beef, chicken, or fresh seafood brought in from fishermen next door.
As a part of the Boquerón National State Forest, Combate beach is also a popular choice. Its sparkling waters and large-scale reefs turn pristine shores into a paradise for diving enthusiasts. Preferred by younger crowds, this site is the ideal to enjoy the best sunsets in Puerto Rico. Be sure to jump off the pier; it’s a thing there!
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Playa El Combate
As a part of the Boquerón National State Forest, Combate beach is also a popular choice. Its sparkling waters and large-scale reefs turn pristine shores into a paradise for diving enthusiasts. Preferred by younger crowds, this site is the ideal to enjoy the best sunsets in Puerto Rico. Be sure to jump off the pier; it’s a thing there!