Río Piedras Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Río Piedras
Popular places to visit
Port of San Juan
Explore the waterfront in San Juan with a trip to Port of San Juan. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
Luquillo Beach
Sample local street food or doze under a palm tree on this picturesque stretch of coast.
Condado Beach
This beach within the bustling city of San Juan is the perfect place to relax for a few hours.
Dorado Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Dorado Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to San Juan. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Escambron Beach
Swim in calm waters among colorful fish at a picturesque beach that is regularly voted one of the best in Puerto Rico.
Carolina Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Carolina Beach during your travels in San Juan? Amble around this romantic area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars.
Activities
El Yunque Rainforest Guided Hiking Tour
Best of Old San Juan Walking Tour with El Morro Entry
El Yunque Waterslide and Waterfall beach Tour with Food n Photos
San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour
Underwater Sea Trek at Private Beach in San Juan
Our pick of the best Río Piedras Hotel Deals
Hotel Nest
Croissants and fruit yogurt. It was good.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado
I would highly recommend. We had a great stay! The hotel staff was great from the front desk to housekeeping. The hotel itself was beautiful, clean and well stocked. The amenities were great, and we felt completely relaxed throughout our stay.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Caribe Hilton
The pool was enjoyable but we couldn't always get a chaise because of the crowd. Our window did not overlook the beach.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection
Beautiful property will return in the future
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Costa Bahia Hotel Paseo Caribe
Couldn’t check in until 1.5 hours after I was supposed to. They don’t tell you anything so it was hard to find the parking and anything else we needed. Wouldn’t stay there again, but it could’ve been worse
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
The Royal Sonesta San Juan
Excellent resort. Comfortable beds and rooms. The pool was really well laid out with spaces for families and couples alike. The restaurants were excellent. Buffet breakfast was so fresh and well stocked. Cocktails were delicious. The beach is beautiful. Unfortunately the water was a bit rough during ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Río Piedras
Hato Rey Norte
You might enjoy the restaurants while in Hato Rey Norte. Plaza las Americas is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Roosevelt Station or Hato Rey Station to see more of the city.
Isla Verde
Visitors to Isla Verde rave about its stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and first-class casinos. You might also want to make some time to see Carolina Beach or Isla Verde Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Sabana Abajo
If you're spending some time in Sabana Abajo, Plaza Carolina and Carolina Children's Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Santurce
While you're in Santurce, take in top sights like Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort and jump on the metro at Sacred Heart Station to see more of the city.
Cangrejo Arriba
If you're spending some time in Cangrejo Arriba, Balneario de Carolina and Isla Verde Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Ocean Park
Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Calle Loiza and Playa Ocean Park.
