My family and I took a tour from the Carnival Celebration back in May that was done by RST Puerto…read moreRico. The tour was Accessible New and Old San Juan Tour. The title pretty much gives you a clear idea what the tour was about. It took us around San Juan. We saw different sights like the Antiguo Prision de la Princessa, the Paseo de la Princesa, Fuente Raices, Paseo de Los Presidentes, Castillo San Felipe Del Morro and many other sights. The driver did Mariza did a great job getting to the places we visited safely and timely. She did a great job navigating those streets and getting us as close to the places as possible so that we would not have to walk much. Our tour guide Aponte was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. He made the tour even more interesting than it already was. Great tour! I would recommend it for anyone who has never been to Puerto Rico as it gives you a good jumping off point to understand the history and admire the beauty of this beautiful island!

My family and I found this tour via the viator app. They called us 2 days before the ride to…read moreconfirm we were going and to make sure we knew exactly where to meet up. We met the boat crew around 545pm as the ride starts at 6 and goes 90min. We paid $257 for 2 adults and 1 teenager. We left on time and the crew was great. They provide you a snack plate of grapes. Turkey sandwich wrap, baby bell cheese and pretzels. You also get water, soda or beer free as part of the tour. You get to see old San Juan, irs bldg, morrow castle, governors home, along with other sites. The crew of 3 has a captain, first mate and tour guide. The play music in between sites and bring the tour group into conversations on history, where they are from snd if they are celebrating anything. We had a 60 year old birthday and ppl vacationing from all over the world. The tour was great and went about 1hr 45min.

Genuinely the best part of the trip. We've been to PR many times. This tour isn't just for first…read moretimers. We learned SO MUCH history and modern culture. All things that went unnoticed before, now the secrets revealed. From religious spaces, to war, to trees, to water. Amazing. My favorite part was learning what an almond tree is and eating an almond right off of it! As a city girl, I was blown away. Our tour guide was Nes/Nis? Short curly hair. She was SPECTACULAR wow. She knows everything. She's easy to talk to. And she CARES about what she's saying. She is 10 out of 10. Remember to stay hydrated and wear comfortable clothes. Also SPF! This is absolutely a WALKING tour. Totally doable but definitely a workout. I wouldn't book this if you have mobility concerns tbh. Not the tour's fault. Old San Juan overall isn't too accessible. Also be aware that PR has (and has had for a whiiiiile) water issues all over. So pee before you go on the tour because you may not find a working bathroom. I reccomend the Marshall's outside the tour office.

I don't know where to start ! But this tour was…read moreAMAAAAAAZING! I didn't want it to finish that's how much fun I was having . The tour guide took us to all the small corners that local people go to and it was such a nice experience. She was also excellent at giving out historical facts and was nice enough to stop and take pictures of us . Of course tips are welcome so don't skimp out . This was the highlight of our trip to Puerto Rico

Best Excursion Experience - Highly Recommend Castillo Tours!…read more Our day with Castillo Tours was absolutely incredible! Huge shoutout to Captain Tito, Eli, Adrian, Mathew, and Brian--this crew went above and beyond to make our experience unforgettable. From the moment we stepped on the boat, they made sure my family and I were well taken care of. I never had an empty cup, lunch was delicious and on point, and they even took the time to teach guests the basics of snorkeling. You could tell they genuinely cared about making sure everyone was comfortable, safe, and having a great time. The boat was super clean, and the whole vibe was fun, welcoming, and relaxing. I 100% recommend anyone on vacation to try this tour--you won't regret it! And if you can, request this exact crew. I'll definitely be coming back for another round.

Amazing experience! The highlight of our vacation in Puerto Rico. The catamaran was in great shape!…read moreHowever the captain and his crew made the difference, courteous, attentive, hospitable and fun! Every single passenger had a great time! They are great ambassadors of Puerto Rican Hospitality and Castillo Tours quality of service. I highly recommend this experience!

Officially called the Fernando Luis Rivas Dominicci Airport, it's best known as the Aeropuerto Isla…read moreGrande (AIG). You'll find three airlines here: Air Flamenco, Vieques Airlink, and Tax Aéreo. Carlos Jeep Rentals also has a booth here. I'm not sure when, but they put in new chairs that are more comfortable than the ones they used to have. Airport is clean and laid back. Staff is cool. Snack and beverage vending machines are the food options. Although, the airport is near Distrito T-Mobile and Gran Bahía Restaurant. Paid parking (I posted a pic with the rates). You can also take a cab or Uber to and from here. I really like flying to Culebra from here. It's in San Juan which makes it much more convenient than driving to Ceiba for the ferry or airport. That said, flying from here is more expensive. But I find it worth it because of the convenience. When we can fit it in our budget we prefer it. The trip takes about 30 minutes, maybe a bit more. The best part is the view. You get a great view of Old San Juan and Condado upon takeoff and landing. Plus the view of the northeast coast. Awesome.

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport is the HUGE airport we all use to arrive on Puerto Rico, but if…read moreyou need to fly to some more remote destinations, you should bypass the SJU and go to Aueropuerto Isla Grande. To get to the island of Vieques, one has several options, and here they are: 1) Drive (or take cab) an hour to Fajardo and take a ferry 2) Drive/cab to fajardo and fly 3) Fly out of SJU 4) Fly out of Aueropuerto Isla Grande Options 1&2 require a long drive. I've heard the ferry can be very intermittent, and if you're going to fly, why not fly out of San Juan. Flying out of SJU is more pricey. This leaves Isla Grande. Yes, this airport is super small, but this is what makes it cool, unique, and more cost efficient. Yeah, you will step onto a plane, it is going to be a tiny plane where you can basically look over the shoulder of your pilot (I guess if you needed to, you could help him fly by taking the co-pilot's seat. Boarding is trouble-free and takes no time at all. The airport is also fairly close to Old San Juan, and a short cab ride. Overall this is the only real option for getting to Vieques or Culebra.

Captain Hector and first mate took great care of us. Kept the drinks full and told us about all the…read moresites. I would go again!

This was the best experience!! The captain was so cool and the maid made the best drinks (mimosas…read moreand rum punch) and explained a lot of what we were seeing. I loved our ride and will definitely book again when I'm back in Puerto Rico in the future for a sunset cruise.

My family went on a cruise through Norwegian and one of our ports was San Juan Puerto Rico. San…read moreQuan is filled with so much history, so we decided to spend some time exploring Castillo San Cristóbal, a fortress located in the historic district. The main reason the fort was built was to protect the city, and is now known as the largest fortification that was built by the Spanish in the New World. My family went during the summer, so it was extremely hot, there was not a lot of shade. I would recommend bringing water, snacks, and sunblock in order to have a good time exploring the fortress. In addition, in my opinion, I would say you should be in good health to visit the fortress, because there is a lot of walking and hills. Don't be afraid to bring your children, I liked that Castillo San Cristóbal had interactive areas where children could learn about the history and the importance of the fort in a playful way. Although Castillo San Cristóbal is not free to visit: $10 for adults and under 15 is free. If you have a national park pass issued through the United States, like my family has, you can go for free, paying no additional charge. Even though admission is $10, it's worth it. My family explored the fortress for 2 hours and the views of the ocean are also beautiful. Furthermore, the staff was extremely friendly, greeting us with warm smiles. There is a public restroom for you to use located underneath the giftshop. The restroom was extremely clean with no visible dirt on the floor. If you are visiting San Juan from the cruise port Castillo San Cristóbal is about a 30 minute walk from the port, but if you would like to you could also take public transportation. My family decided to walk and see the city of San Juan instead of taking the bus. All in all, if you like learning about the history of the area you are visiting I would recommend you to take a look at Castillo San Cristóbal to learn more about Puerto Rico's history. I had a wonderful time with my family during our port day in San Juan.

Excellent visit to Castillo San Cristobal…read more Admission is $10 but is also good for admission to the nearby Castillo San Felipe del Morro within one day of your visit here. So be sure to take advantage of this perk. The castle contains some great exhibits providing details on its history. It also offers some really amazing views of the streets and buildings Old San Juan...very unique. Note that there are some hills (some steep) and steps throughout the castle and its grounds...so pre prepared and wear comfortable shoes. Great location just steps from the streets of Old San Juan with tons of food options and other attractions. A short walk from the cruise port.

I went to Puerto Rico with four friends earlier this month. We spent the last day of our trip with…read moreRaul from Natural Wonders PR. I have only positive things to say about Raul--he is an amazing person and helped us end our vacation on a lively and memorable note! He also took many photos for us and even joined in on some of them. Raul was on time picking us up in the morning and was very pleasant and professional. Our destinations during the day included the rainforest, a natural waterslide, a delicious food kiosk, the beach and a bio bay tour. Raul has a wealth of knowledge about Puerto Rico and its culture and was very enthusiastic and energetic throughout the tour. It was evident he truly loves what he does. He also has a great sense of pride in his home and its history. While I most definitely enjoyed the delicious food and wonderful sights and experiences, Raul himself left a profound impression on me. He is one of the most genuine, humble and hardworking people I have ever met. He has a terrific sense of humor and was very easy to get along with. After spending a few hours with him, I felt like he was part of our group of friends. At the end of the tour when he was officially "off shift," we invited him to join us at a small neighborhood bar near the condo at which we were staying. After a long day, he could have chosen to decline and go home; instead, we shared a few drinks and stories and lots of laughs. It was a fabulous ending to an epic day!!

My husband and I recently went on a tour to with Natural Wonders to El Yunque, the rain forest, in…read morePuerto Rico. Fifty people from our community went on a cruise together and we used Natural Wonders for an excursion. The tour was excellent. They easily handled a large group. We had Alicia as our tour guide. She was extremely knowledgeable about the rain forest and Puerto Rico in general. We used 2 buses and the 2nd driver was equally as knowledgeable. The tour was punctual, very comfortable conditions and the price was reasonable. I would highly recommend using their services.

Used to be a great deal for getting to Culebra and Vieques. Unfortunately their prices have…read moredoubled, mostly due to lack of competition. The Britten Norman Islander planes are fantastic fun to fly in; if you're not used to small planes it can be nerve wracking at first, but just remember these planes and this airline make this flight all day every day and there's never an issue. Two of the three available landing patterns in Culebra are terrifying, but once you've gone a few times you realize the pilots know exactly what they're doing and the landing experience becomes hilarious and awesome. I highly recommend the flight to Culebra, doesn't matter if its on VAL or one of the other two airlines.

I recently went on vacation to Vieques, which is one of the smaller islands in Puerto Rico,…read moreSouth-East of the main island. Two options to get there from San Juan: drive across the main island to catch a ferry (and waste a whole day), or brace yourself and fly Vieques Airlink. We opted for the second option, and it was quite epic... First the airport: the person at the check-in counter was a fifteen year old kid wearing shorts and flip-flops, he never checked our IDs but instead asked us to write down our name and weight (!) on a sheet of scrap paper. 45 minutes later, we're boarding a tiny propeller airplane with 8 seats... the pilot is talking on his cell phone while taking off... seriously! I guess I'm making it sound worse than it really was... we landed safe and sound in Vieques after 20 minutes over the ocean, and I actually enjoyed it (though some of my travel companion who aren't so much into flying almost had heart attacks!). And as I hear from locals, it is much more reliable than the ferry, which runs on a rather arbitrary schedule. Not for the faint of heart, but it was actually quite fun.