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# Top Things To Do in Puerto Rico

By [Chews to Explore (@ChewsToExplore)](https://listium.com/@ChewsToExplore)

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Published 10 October 2022 · Updated 10 October 2022

Category: travel

We are giving you our 13 FAVORITE things to do in Puerto Rico! Whether you are planning a baecation, family trip, girls trip, or bros trip we have everything you need to know about traveling throughout the island of Puerto Rico. We are going over the best things to do in San Juan, and the top places to explore outside of San Juan as Puerto Rico offers a wide variety of things to do and see all over! What are some of your FAVORITE places in Puerto Rico? Let us know by clicking the "Suggest an item" button!

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## Items

### 1. [Escambron Beach](https://listium.com/@ChewsToExplore/75556/top-things-to-do-in-puerto-rico/2/escambron-beach)

Item ID: `2`

- Location: San Juan
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"Escambron Beach, San Juan, 00910, Puerto Rico","geometry":{"location":{"lat":18.46550049999999,"lng":-66.0871105},"viewport":{"south":18.45491665873847,"west":-66.10311792377142,"north":18.47608368845071,"east":-66.07110307622858}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/geocode-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Escambron Beach","place\_id":"ChIJD5qXMSJvA4wR9isYR8mK8cg","types":\["natural\_feature","establishment"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?cid=14479506874058681334","utc\_offset":-240,"searchTerm":"Escambron Beach, San Juan, Puerto Rico"}
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/eofs7tfxol4mmfys4gkx.jpg)
- Category: Beach
- Description: Escambron beach or Playa Escambron as locals call it. This beach is popular not only for tourists but also for locals; good spot for snorkeling and scuba diving.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=152&end=201](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=152&end=201)
- Visited: false

### 2. [Candado Beach](https://listium.com/@ChewsToExplore/75556/top-things-to-do-in-puerto-rico/3/candado-beach)

Item ID: `3`

- Location: San Juan
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"Condado Beach, San Juan, 00907, Puerto Rico","geometry":{"location":{"lat":18.4599451,"lng":-66.07794369999999},"viewport":{"south":18.44936091614596,"west":-66.0939511237714,"north":18.47052863121165,"east":-66.06193627622858}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/geocode-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Condado Beach","place\_id":"ChIJYzgglDtvA4wRpV7HGtrM9Ow","types":\["natural\_feature","establishment"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?cid=17074497324392603301","utc\_offset":-240,"searchTerm":"Condado Beach, San Juan, Puerto Rico"}
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/zpug27551vozhnvkozs1.jpg)
- Category: Beach
- Description: A beautiful beach perfect for swimming and sunning. Popular among vacationers because there are hotels nearby. Non-swimmers should be careful though because the current here is a bit strong.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=204&end=230](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=204&end=230)
- Visited: false

### 3. [Flamenco Beach](https://listium.com/@ChewsToExplore/75556/top-things-to-do-in-puerto-rico/8/flamenco-beach)

Item ID: `8`

- Location: Culebra
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"Flamenco Beach, Flamenco, Culebra, Puerto Rico, Culebra 00775, Puerto Rico","geometry":{"location":{"lat":18.3279908,"lng":-65.31528159999999},"viewport":{"south":18.32676061970849,"west":-65.3192641,"north":18.3294585802915,"east":-65.31528159999999}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/geocode-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Flamenco Beach","place\_id":"ChIJDQjxd8boBIwRFVxA8KnucHE","types":\["natural\_feature","establishment"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?cid=8174295737325083669","utc\_offset":-240,"searchTerm":"Flamenco Beach, Flamenco, Culebra, Puerto Rico, Culebra, Puerto Rico"}
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/vm14d1yyebaxcn6ps2eq.jpg)
- Category: Beach
- Description: Located in the island of Culebra. Flamenco Beach is popular for its turquoise blue color and calm waves. Perfect for sunrise and sunset watching!
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=421&end=458](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=421&end=458)
- Visited: false

### 4. [Bahía Bioluminiscente (Mosquito Bay)](https://listium.com/@ChewsToExplore/75556/top-things-to-do-in-puerto-rico/12/baha-bioluminiscente-mosquito-bay)

Item ID: `12`

- Location: La Parguera
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"Puerto Rico, XXCP+M46, La Parguera, 00667, Puerto Rico","geometry":{"location":{"lat":17.9716584,"lng":-67.0147428},"viewport":{"south":17.9703094197085,"west":-67.0160917802915,"north":17.9730073802915,"east":-67.0133938197085}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/park-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#4DB546","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/tree\_pinlet","name":"Bahía Bioluminiscente de La Parguera","place\_id":"ChIJ63THc\_ZIHYwRNwE9NzQaJu0","types":\["park","point\_of\_interest","establishment"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?cid=17088374647671292215","utc\_offset":-240,"website":"https://localidcostarica.blogspot.com/","searchTerm":"Bahía Bioluminiscente de La Parguera, La Parguera, Puerto Rico"}
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/lgtxoig3gyliilqwvgq1.jpg)
- Category: Beach
- Description: One of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Mosquito Bay is an amazing spot to visit. The best time to visit this place is during the New Moon phase where there are not much moon light.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=555&end=601](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=555&end=601)
- Visited: false

### 5. [El Morro](https://listium.com/@ChewsToExplore/75556/top-things-to-do-in-puerto-rico/0/el-morro)

Item ID: `0`

- Location: San Juan Antiguo
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"El Morro, San Juan, 00916, Puerto Rico","geometry":{"location":{"lat":18.4691202,"lng":-66.11669479999999},"viewport":{"south":18.45853658129837,"west":-66.1327022237714,"north":18.479703165781,"east":-66.10068737622856}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/geocode-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"El Morro","place\_id":"ChIJURlKecBuA4wR4nvklagZq2A","types":\["neighborhood","political"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?q=El+Morro,+San+Juan,+00916,+Puerto+Rico&ftid=0x8c036ec0794a1951:0x60ab19a895e47be2","utc\_offset":-240,"searchTerm":"El Morro, San Juan Antiguo, San Juan, Puerto Rico"}
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/qmxkfhcpgl5ypfmrzwxy.webp)
- Category: Historical Site
- Description: Built during the 16th and 18th century, this historical fort is part of the San Juan National Historical Site and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=61&end=110](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=61&end=110)
- Visited: false

### 6. [Candado Bottom Kayaking](https://listium.com/@ChewsToExplore/75556/top-things-to-do-in-puerto-rico/4/candado-bottom-kayaking)

Item ID: `4`

- Location: San Juan
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"Laguna del Condado, San Juan, 00910, Puerto Rico","geometry":{"location":{"lat":18.4580551,"lng":-66.0812976},"viewport":{"south":18.45457837114695,"west":-66.08627505873875,"north":18.4603692243702,"east":-66.07548042348783}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/geocode-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Laguna del Condado","place\_id":"ChIJl-cnuTpvA4wRdUIeaiQ0iU4","types":\["natural\_feature","establishment"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?q=Laguna+del+Condado&ftid=0x8c036f3ab927e797:0x4e8934246a1e4275","utc\_offset":-240,"searchTerm":"Laguna del Condado, San Juan, Puerto Rico"}
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/hjcwaj06sndvwwzsuvtr.jpg)
- Category: Nature and Adventure
- Description: Kayaking is one of the best ways to explore the Candado lagoon. You can kayak around during the day, or if you're a little more adventurous, you can do this leisure activity at night!
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=230&end=278](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=230&end=278)
- Visited: false

### 7. [El Yunque](https://listium.com/@ChewsToExplore/75556/top-things-to-do-in-puerto-rico/7/el-yunque)

Item ID: `7`

- Location: Rio Grande
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"El Yunque, Río Grande 00745, Puerto Rico","geometry":{"location":{"lat":18.3105086,"lng":-65.7912741},"viewport":{"south":18.3091077197085,"west":-65.7929882302915,"north":18.3118056802915,"east":-65.79029026970849}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/geocode-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"El Yunque","place\_id":"ChIJhQDQ8tuhBIwR1SLt2HA\_LvU","types":\["natural\_feature","establishment"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?cid=17667128142129341141","utc\_offset":-240,"searchTerm":"El Yunque, Río Grande, Puerto Rico"}
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/diuy0azl4ekcejr3lbjn.avif)
- Category: Nature and Adventure
- Description: This rainforest has a lot to offer. You can do ziplining, hiking, swim in the waterfalls, climb a castle or just chill with your families while enjoying the natural surroundings.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=363&end=405](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=363&end=405)
- Visited: false

### 8. [Cueva Ventana](https://listium.com/@ChewsToExplore/75556/top-things-to-do-in-puerto-rico/9/cueva-ventana)

Item ID: `9`

- Location: Arecibo
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"98F5+V3J, Carretera 10, Utuado, Arecibo 00641, Puerto Rico","geometry":{"location":{"lat":18.3747109,"lng":-66.692359},"viewport":{"south":18.3734830197085,"west":-66.69382118029151,"north":18.3761809802915,"east":-66.69112321970849}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/generic\_business-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#13B5C7","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Cueva ventana","place\_id":"ChIJDbRHWrvbAowRjOspZ0skVHw","types":\["tourist\_attraction","point\_of\_interest","establishment"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?cid=8958825465018706828","utc\_offset":-240,"searchTerm":"Cueva ventana, Puerto Rico 10, Utuado, Arecibo, Puerto Rico"}
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/d4cgnmfcvrzipenhfsxc.jpg)
- Category: Nature and Adventure
- Description: Cueva Ventana means Window Cave. This is one of the must-do activities for tourists but sadly it is closed since March 2022.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=460&end=500](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=460&end=500)
- Visited: false

### 9. [Cueva Del Indio](https://listium.com/@ChewsToExplore/75556/top-things-to-do-in-puerto-rico/10/cueva-del-indio)

Item ID: `10`

- Location: Arecibo
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"F9V5+385, Arecibo, 00612, Puerto Rico","geometry":{"location":{"lat":18.4926483,"lng":-66.64164889999999},"viewport":{"south":18.4912993197085,"west":-66.6429978802915,"north":18.4939972802915,"east":-66.6402999197085}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/generic\_business-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#13B5C7","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Reserva Marina La Cueva del Indio","place\_id":"ChIJrydpZL\_hAowR0VWDYbcE9L0","types":\["tourist\_attraction","point\_of\_interest","establishment"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?cid=13687570353147303377","utc\_offset":-240,"website":"https://www.discoverpuertorico.com/profile/cueva-del-indio-arecibo/8721","searchTerm":"Cueva del Indio, Arecibo, Puerto Rico"}
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/ma1tudldvique1egtkux.jpg)
- Category: Nature and Adventure
- Description: This is a hike that will leave you breathless because of its beauty, but it is definitely worth it!
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=502&end=525](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=502&end=525)
- Visited: false

### 10. [Gazalandia Waterfall](https://listium.com/@ChewsToExplore/75556/top-things-to-do-in-puerto-rico/11/gazalandia-waterfall)

Item ID: `11`

- Location: San Sebastian
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"9268+5GG San Sebastián, Puerto Rico","geometry":{"location":{"lat":18.3604375,"lng":-66.98367189999999},"viewport":{"south":18.3590885197085,"west":-66.9850208302915,"north":18.36178648029151,"east":-66.9823228697085}},"name":"9268+5GG San Sebastián","place\_id":"GhIJg8DKoUVcMkARoB\_8evS-UMA","types":\["plus\_code"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?q=77CM9268%2B5GG","utc\_offset":-240,"searchTerm":"9268+5GG San Sebastián, 00685, Puerto Rico"}
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/swvgrlbezs4m3kn2nrji.jpg)
- Category: Nature and Adventure
- Description: An hour drive from San Juan city. You can enjoy natural beauty in a relaxed atmosphere and soak away stress with this scenic place.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=527&end=548](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=527&end=548)
- Visited: false

### 11. [Bacardi Rum Tour](https://listium.com/@ChewsToExplore/75556/top-things-to-do-in-puerto-rico/5/bacardi-rum-tour)

Item ID: `5`

- Location: Cataño
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"PR-165, Cataño, Puerto Rico","geometry":{"location":{"lat":18.4432745,"lng":-66.1342186},"viewport":{"south":18.44192551970849,"west":-66.13556758029151,"north":18.4446234802915,"east":-66.13286961970849}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/geocode-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Highway 165","place\_id":"EhxQUi0xNjUsIENhdGHDsW8sIFB1ZXJ0byBSaWNvIi4qLAoUChIJmbeSSxRpA4wR6k3jJvpJPjoSFAoSCUvOWn9JaQOMEQbvjMGhYoM\_","types":\["route"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?q=PR-165,+Cata%C3%B1o,+Puerto+Rico&ftid=0x8c0369144b92b799:0x3a3e49fa26e34dea","utc\_offset":-240,"searchTerm":"PR-165, Cataño, 00949, Puerto Rico"}
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/irgulyn7uzyjaynix7e0.jpg)
- Category: Leisure and Interests
- Description: If you're interested in learning about the history of Bacardi, a very popular Rum, add this on your itinerary! This tour includes the distillery's history, process, rum tasting and mixology classes.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=280&end=320](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=280&end=320)
- Visited: false

### 12. [Carmelo Anthony Basketball Court](https://listium.com/@ChewsToExplore/75556/top-things-to-do-in-puerto-rico/6/carmelo-anthony-basketball-court)

Item ID: `6`

- Location: Calle Bajada Matadero
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"13-15 Calle Bajada Matadero, San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico","geometry":{"location":{"lat":18.4681465,"lng":-66.1136034},"viewport":{"south":18.4667414697085,"west":-66.11548908029151,"north":18.4694394302915,"east":-66.1127911197085}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/generic\_business-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Cancha Carmelo Anthony","place\_id":"ChIJcZ0kDMFuA4wR\_MLHyRQJ9uI","types":\["point\_of\_interest","establishment"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?cid=16354269081731842812","utc\_offset":-240,"searchTerm":"Cancha Carmelo Anthony, Calle Bajada Matadero, San Juan, Puerto Rico"}
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/looofkwdbruczp0k8thn.jpg)
- Category: Leisure and Interests
- Description: The Carmelo Anthony Basketball Court is a gift by the foundation of Carmelo Anthony and himself to the kids of Puerto Rico. This court was built as an inspiration for them to follow their dreams and goals.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=321&end=350](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=321&end=350)
- Visited: false

### 13. [Calle de Fortaleza](https://listium.com/@ChewsToExplore/75556/top-things-to-do-in-puerto-rico/13/calle-de-fortaleza)

Item ID: `13`

- Location: San Juan
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico","geometry":{"location":{"lat":18.4659822,"lng":-66.10434719999999},"viewport":{"south":18.39527396598137,"west":-66.12021397871183,"north":18.46992103972322,"east":-66.02692395448874}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/geocode-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"00901","place\_id":"ChIJW3zIKcRuA4wRBO7yq2MM5O8","types":\["postal\_code"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?q=00901&ftid=0x8c036ec429c87c5b:0xefe40c63abf2ee04","utc\_offset":-240,"searchTerm":"San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico"}
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/n4audaoravb9z9mh423o.jpg)
- Category: Shopping
- Description: A busy street filled with restaurants and shops. Also known as the "Umbrella Street", perfect for your instagram posts!
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=112&end=145](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTaTt86Su8&start=112&end=145)
- Visited: false