Private Walking Tour of Old San Juan, and the forts
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Experience San Juan the best possible way...through a private tour. Focus on what you are most excited about. Learn about the history and the untold secrets of this wonderful place and get to know the forts, churches, plazas, cafes, museums, and local flora/fauna. It's not like a college lecture. . . is more like hanging out with a knowledgeable local person. Feel like a local and walk at your own pace, taking breaks when you want. Have a wonderful day in San Juan, Puerto Rico!
This tour includes the entrance into the forts (El Morro and/or San Cristobal). Most of the tour companies don't have the authorization to go inside.
Most companies believe in mass-production. We don't. We'll customize the tour for you.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please send me your phone number, so I can get a hold of you the day of the tour.
Children must be accompanied by an adult
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Dress code is smart casual. Bring comfortable shoes. Be prepared for a hot/sunny day, and possible rain.
It is recommended that you bring a hat, and sunblock. and plenty of drinking water
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
What To Expect
Old San Juan
We will tour the city
Plaza Colon
On the entrance of Old San Juan. With the statue of Christopher Columbus.
Options
No forts included - 2 hours
No forts included - 2 hours
Walking Tour
What‘s Included
Entrance into San Cristobal Fort, and/or El Morro Fort.
Certified professional and local guide
Food and drinks
Optional
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
77 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour of Old San Juan.
Joshua S,May 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Richard is very knowledgeable. He has run a bar in Old San Juan and knows all the ins and outs. We spent a majority of time at the fort. He knew everything and old visitors were listening in and asking Richard questions because he knew so much.
Fun tour of Old San Juan
A9566VQchristined,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful tour tailored to our schedule. Richard was great and we would highly recommend this tour.
Awesome Tour!
Laura H,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We loved our tour with Normari! She shared so many cool facts about the Fort and OSJ. It kept both my husband and I and our 11 year old daughter engaged and we're still talking about some of the info she shared. She showed us all the beautiful spots and important places in OSJ. It was just what I'd hoped for when booking a tour!
Experiencing "the spirit of the place" in Old San Juan
jamesmR8939FI,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00On February 17, 2026, my wife and I had the pleasure of touring Old San Juan under the assured guidance of Javier Ruiz. Friendly and well-informed, Mr. Ruiz made the historic fortress, cathedral, and crowded city streets come alive for us, helping us understand the special aspects--surprising, tragic, sometimes comical--that make these scenes of great interest. What's more, Mr. Ruiz has a strong personal involvement with San Juan and Puerto Rico, which was manifest in his effort to help us experience "the spirit of the place," as he would put it, and in his providing current-day cultural, political, and social context for the ancient sites in which we walked. For the visitor able to spend significant time with only a few Puerto Ricans during a (regrettably) brief stay, it would be hard to improve on Mr. Ruiz. And if you are able to include lunch in your tour, let him guide you to an excellent mofongo.
Couple private tour- Jan 2026
erica c,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Normarí was our tour guide and great from the start! Good communication on meeting points, friendly, and was sure to make the most of our time together. We spend 2/3 of the time together at fortress learning about early PR history and 1/3 in the city learning about more recent culture, the churches, and shopping. She was able to answer all of our questions, gave us good pointers on things to do after she left us, and of course practical advice on transportation and hydration reminders. Would totally recommend Normani and a private tour so you can go at your own pace and focus on what interests you.
WONDERFUL tour of Old San Juan
petercX1993PT,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful tour of the historic sites of Old San Juan. Normari is a super knowledgeable guide who makes history come alive. We could not ask for more!
Wonderful Day In Puerto Rico
paulanF6768WK,Dec 23, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Javier was a wonderful guide, planning an interesting day for my whole family ages 12 to 52 on our first trip to Puerto Rico. He is extremely professional and exceptionally knowledgeable.
Great walking tour.
E7313ZDadamj,Aug 4, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic waking tour of Old San Juan. Our guide Christian was super knowledgeable, but most importantly easy to get along with and really relaxed. We ended up having lunch together at the end of the tour. This is a great option if you want to go a little deeper into the history of PR in general, and especially if you want to have candid discussions about the current state of affairs in PR, and broader discussions that are not available on a cookie cutter tour. My kids were pretty engaged the whole time, which speaks volumes. Definitely recommend a private tour.
Old San Juan tour
Karen H,Jun 22, 2021
- Review from Viator
5.00Javier was right on time and was very knowledgeable. He kept a pace that we were all comfortable with. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour.
Great start to Puerto Rico vacation
Beachcommuter,Apr 18, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Javier was wonderful. Very knowledgeable about a wide range of the history of Puerto Rico, architecture, religious heritage, as well as many current political and social issues. He is clearly passionate about giving a great experience. We enjoyed our walk of Old San Juan and sipping pina coladas with him at Barachina. We even got to see his home while on the tour. Highly recommend.
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