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A coastal fort with a grassy field, a lighthouse, and a clear sky. 1
A large, historic stone fortress with a curved wall, a central archway, and a small tower with flags. 2
A statue on a pedestal, a building with a red-tiled roof, and a clear blue sky. 3
A coastal fortification with a small dome structure, a brick wall, and a view of the ocean. 4
A building with a classical facade, featuring a central pediment with a coat of arms, and multiple arched windows. 5
By History with Action

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Wonderful
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$30 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Embark on a walking tour of San Juan, full of majestic architecture, breathtaking views, and embattled history. Behold the largest Spanish-built fortification in the Americas. Hear stories of pirate battles, greed, and power featuring figures like Sir Francis Drake. Stroll down ancient city streets rich with culture and history, then walk along this beautiful city's old walls and enjoy some gentle ocean views.

    After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point.

    New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

    This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

Activity location

  • Plaza Colon
    • Calle Calz. de los Heroes 908, La Martinica
    • 00901, San Juan, Caribbean

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Plaza Colón
    • Calle de la Fortaleza
    • 00901, San Juan, San Juan, Puerto Rico

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San Juan Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour in English

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • Opening hours: Sun 9:00 am-6:00 pm
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
NZ$30.26 x 1 AdultNZ$30.26
Total
Price is NZ$30.26

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
  • Inclusions
    Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
  • Inclusions
    Just bring your phone and headphones; the app guides your walk.
  • Inclusions
    Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
  • Inclusions
    Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
  • Inclusions
    Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
  • Inclusions
    Private walking tour experience for your family or group.
  • Inclusions
    Access your tour in our separate audio tour app after booking.
  • Inclusions
    Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
  • Exclusions
    No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car hire are separate.

Know before you book

    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
    • Private tour: Follow the route on your phone without an in-person guide or crowded group.
    • At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
    • Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
    • Multi-device access: Use the same password on one device for each traveller included in your booking.
    • More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
    • Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.
    • Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.
    • Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterwards.
    • Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.

Activity itinerary

Plaza Colon

  • 10m
A lively historic square centred around a monument to Christopher Columbus. It is surrounded by notable architecture and offers an ideal introduction to San Juan’s colonial history.

Teatro Alejandro Tapia y Rivera

  • 5m
  • Admission ticket not included
One of the oldest theatres in the United States, this striking yellow building is known for its historic architecture and long performing-arts tradition. Local legends also connect the theatre with mysterious ghost stories.

Antiguo Casino de Puerto Rico

  • 10m
An elegant Beaux-Arts landmark featuring classical columns, decorative balustrades, and beautiful glasswork. Its refined architecture makes it one of the most distinctive historic buildings near Plaza Colón.

Castillo San Cristóbal

  • 5m
  • Admission ticket not included
A massive Spanish fortress built to protect San Juan from attacks by land. Visitors can explore historic defensive walls, tunnels, military structures, and impressive views across the city and Atlantic coast.

La Perla

  • 10m
A colourful oceanfront area tucked beneath San Juan’s historic walls. Known for vibrant homes, murals, local culture, and its appearance in the “Despacito” music video, it provides a very different perspective on the city.

Museo de San Juan

  • 10m
  • Admission ticket not included
A museum housed in a historic former marketplace, featuring exhibits connected to San Juan’s art and history. It is a worthwhile stop for visitors interested in understanding more about the city’s cultural heritage.

Plaza del Quinto Centenario

  • 10m
A spacious historic plaza created to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Columbus’s arrival. Its centrepiece, the towering Teluric Totem, reflects Puerto Rico’s Indigenous heritage and the impact of European colonisation.

Museo de Las Americas

  • 10m
  • Admission ticket not included
A museum dedicated to the cultures and history of the Americas. Exhibits explore Indigenous peoples, African heritage, colonisation, and popular arts, making it an excellent stop for understanding Puerto Rico’s diverse cultural roots.

Polvorín de Santa Elena (1783)

  • 10m
Built in 1783, this historic stone structure once stored gunpowder used to defend San Juan. It offers a glimpse into the military infrastructure that supported the city’s powerful fortifications.

Castillo San Felipe del Morro

  • 5m
  • Admission ticket not included
San Juan’s most iconic fortress, El Morro has guarded the entrance to San Juan Bay for centuries. Its immense walls, historic military structures, and dramatic ocean views make it one of Puerto Rico’s essential landmarks.

Batería Santa Elena

  • 10m
A historic coastal gun battery built to support the defences of El Morro. Its elevated position overlooking the shoreline shows how Spanish forces protected San Juan against approaching enemy ships.

Cementerio Santa María Magdalena de Pazzis

  • 10m
A striking historic cemetery beside the Atlantic Ocean and El Morro. It is the final resting place of many notable Puerto Ricans and is especially memorable for its location, architecture, and ocean backdrop.

Cuartel de Ballaja

  • 10m
A grand former Spanish military barracks that once housed soldiers, families, kitchens, stables, and storage facilities. Today, the impressive building is also home to the Museum of the Americas.

Calle del Cristo

  • 10m
A picturesque street running through the heart of Old San Juan, surrounded by colourful historic buildings and important landmarks. It captures the distinctive colonial atmosphere that makes the old city so memorable.

Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista

  • 5m
One of the oldest churches on US soil and an important religious landmark in Puerto Rico. The cathedral is also the final resting place of Juan Ponce de León and contains centuries of history within its walls.

Calle de la Fortaleza

  • 5m
One of San Juan’s oldest streets, lined with colourful colonial architecture and leading towards La Fortaleza. Its historic character and lively surroundings make it one of Old San Juan’s most recognisable streets.

La Fortaleza - Palacio de Santa Catalina

  • 5m
Dating to the 16th century, La Fortaleza began as an early Spanish defensive structure and later became an important government residence. Its long history makes it one of San Juan’s most significant colonial landmarks.

Puerta de San Juan

  • 5m
The only surviving major gateway through Old San Juan’s historic city walls. Once used to welcome important visitors arriving by sea, the massive red gate remains one of the most recognisable symbols of the walled city.

Casa y Museo Felisa Rincón de Gautier

  • 5m
A small museum honouring Felisa Rincón de Gautier, the first woman elected mayor of a capital city in the Americas. Visitors can learn about her influential career and her more than two decades of leadership in San Juan.

Paseo Del Morro

  • 5m
A scenic waterfront path running beside San Juan’s immense historic walls. The combination of ocean views, centuries-old fortifications, and peaceful walking areas makes it especially appealing for sightseeing and photography.

Fuente Raíces

  • 10m
A beautiful waterfront fountain celebrating Puerto Rico’s cultural roots and heritage. Located near the historic walls of Old San Juan, it provides a scenic and symbolic finale to the route.

Location

Activity location

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    Plaza Colon
    • Calle Calz. de los Heroes 908, La Martinica
    • 00901, San Juan, Caribbean

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Plaza Colón
    • Calle de la Fortaleza
    • 00901, San Juan, San Juan, Puerto Rico

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