San Juan, Puerto Rico (scroll down for cruise itineraries)

Introduction

The capital and largest city in Puerto Rico, San Juan is an exciting mix of old and new. This modern metropolis is a favorite cruise destination for those exploring the Caribbean, and visitors delight in the historical buildings and attractions in the Old San Juan district. The city is the second oldest European-established community in the Americas and is famous as both a tourist destination and a bustling international port. Visitors to this region will have their hands full deciding what to do next, as the city offers a great number of walking tours, fine shops and restaurants, street markets and nearby beach getaways.

Where the Ship Docks

Cruise vessels arriving in San Juan will dock either in the harbor directly in front of the Old City district or across the bay; taxi service will be available at either location. For those disembarking in the Old City, most of the downtown area attractions are within walking distance, as are many of the major hotels, banks and internet cafes. San Juan has a number of city bus tours and these usually depart from the cruise dock in Old San Juan.

What to See and Do

Old San Juan, located on the small island known as Isleta de San Juan, is the historical center of the city and is connected to the mainland by both bridge and causeway. It was the center of town during Spanish colonial times and the historical buildings found in this part of the city are a must see. Of particular interest is the Fort San Felipe del Morro and Fort San Cristobal, as well as La Fortaleza, another historical fort that now serves as the governor's mansion. This entire district is filled with interesting shops that offer everything from clothing and memorabilia to fine-crafted items. Visitors can take a ferry to Catano and visit the famous Bacardi Rum factory, or hop a taxi and explore one of the white sand beaches at Condado and Isla Verde.

Eating/Drinking

San Juan and in particular the Old City district is full of interesting restaurant establishments, serving everything from the usual hot dogs and burgers to international gourmet dining along Recinto Sur near the waterfront. European dinner menu items are quite common but there is also plenty of seafood, sushi and vegetarian courses available. Most cruise ships do not depart San Juan until late at night so it is popular for visitors to take their evening meal in the town. Old Town is full of bar and grill restaurants for those who wish to eat a bit and sample the local cocktails.

Getting Around

Old San Juan is within walking distance of the cruise docks, unless the arrival is on the mainland. Taxi service is plentiful and drivers know every destination in the city. The local omnibus vehicles travel all of the main avenues and can be hailed with a wave at any street corner. Rental car agencies are located in nearby Condado, which is also easily reached by taxi.

Miscellaneous But Important

San Juan is a United States territory. As such, the currency is the US dollar. Spanish and English are the most common languages, although English is spoken more frequently in the areas where tourists frequent. It is important to wear comfortable walking shoes when visiting the city as many of the streets are made of blue cobblestone and the terrain is rather hilly.

The aerial view of Old San Juan.

The beautiful Isla Verde beach, one of the favorite places of cruise travelers.

Walking around and shopping in Old San Juan.

Here is Fort San Felipe del Morro, perhaps the most famous historical site in San Juan.

Cruises to San Juan, Puerto Rico

8 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise From Miami, FL

Ship:	Carnival Breeze
Departure:	Miami, FL
Arrival:	Miami, FL
Duration:	8 Nights
Ports:	Miami, Florida; Grand Turk Island; San Juan, Puerto Rico; Tortola, British Virgin Islands; St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, USA; Miami, Florida

Departure Date	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite	Continue
June 22, 2013	$1,029	N/A	N/A	$2,349
September 14, 2013	$719	$879	$1,039	$1,579

7 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise From Miami, FL

Ship:	Carnival Liberty
Departure:	Miami, FL
Arrival:	Miami, FL
Duration:	7 Nights
Ports:	Miami, Florida; Half Moon Cay, Bahamas; St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, USA; San Juan, Puerto Rico; Grand Turk Island; Miami, Florida

Departure Date	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite	Continue
June 22, 2013	$939	N/A	N/A	$2,229
July 6, 2013	N/A	N/A	$1,229	N/A
July 20, 2013	$899	$1,024	N/A	$1,749
August 3, 2013	$899	$1,059	$1,219	$1,709
August 17, 2013	$809	$939	$1,099	$1,479
August 31, 2013	$634	$759	$929	$1,269
September 14, 2013	$589	$699	$889	$1,259
September 28, 2013	$509	$599	$759	$1,259
October 12, 2013	$499	$659	$829	$1,149
October 26, 2013	$579	$689	$869	$1,259

7 Nights Southern Caribbean Cruise From San Juan, PR

Ship:	Carnival Valor
Departure:	San Juan, PR
Arrival:	San Juan, PR
Duration:	7 Nights
Ports:	San Juan, Puerto Rico; St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, USA; Bridgetown, Barbados; Saint Lucia Island; Saint Kitts Island; Philipsburg, St. Maarten; San Juan, Puerto Rico

Departure Date	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite	Continue
June 23, 2013	$809	$939	N/A	N/A
June 30, 2013	$879	N/A	N/A	N/A
July 7, 2013	$809	$929	$1,119	$2,099
July 14, 2013	$834	$879	$1,089	$1,999
July 21, 2013	$819	$939	$1,099	$1,499
July 28, 2013	$779	$859	$1,029	$1,489
August 4, 2013	$749	$869	$1,009	$1,429
August 11, 2013	$719	$829	$1,009	$1,429
August 18, 2013	$659	$769	$929	$1,399
August 25, 2013	$649	$719	$889	$1,289

7 Nights Southern Caribbean Cruise From Barbados

Ship:	Carnival Valor
Departure:	Barbados
Arrival:	Barbados
Duration:	7 Nights
Ports:	Bridgetown, Barbados; Saint Lucia Island; Saint Kitts Island; Philipsburg, St. Maarten; San Juan, Puerto Rico; St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, USA; Bridgetown, Barbados

Departure Date	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite	Continue
June 26, 2013	$889	$969	N/A	N/A
July 3, 2013	$789	N/A	N/A	N/A
July 10, 2013	$999	N/A	$1,339	N/A
July 17, 2013	$919	$1,119	N/A	N/A
July 24, 2013	$919	$1,119	N/A	N/A
July 31, 2013	$1,119	$1,189	N/A	N/A
August 7, 2013	N/A	N/A	$1,319	N/A
August 14, 2013	$1,189	$1,249	$1,449	N/A
August 21, 2013	$1,129	$1,239	$1,379	N/A
August 28, 2013	N/A	$1,249	N/A	N/A

9 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise From Bayonne, NJ

Ship:	Explorer of the Seas
Departure:	Bayonne, NJ
Arrival:	Bayonne, NJ
Duration:	9 Nights
Ports:	Cape Liberty, Bayonne, New Jersey; Cruising; King's Wharf, Bermuda; Cruising; Philipsburg, St. Maarten; San Juan, Puerto Rico; Labadee Private Resort, Haiti; Cruising; Cape Liberty, Bayonne, New Jersey

Departure Date	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite	Continue
June 27, 2013	$1,329	$1,679	$2,199	$2,599
July 11, 2013	$1,449	$1,599	$1,599	$2,849
July 25, 2013	$1,389	$1,499	$1,499	$2,549
August 8, 2013	$1,199	$1,549	$1,599	$2,499
August 22, 2013	$1,129	$1,399	$1,799	$2,499

7 Nights Southern Caribbean Cruise From San Juan, PR

Ship:	Jewel of the Seas
Departure:	San Juan, PR
Arrival:	San Juan, PR
Duration:	7 Nights
Ports:	San Juan, Puerto Rico; St. Croix, Virgin Islands, USA; Philipsburg, St. Maarten; St. John's, Antigua; Saint Lucia Island; Bridgetown, Barbados; Cruising; San Juan, Puerto Rico

Departure Date	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite	Continue
June 29, 2013	$1,229	$1,379	N/A	N/A
July 20, 2013	$1,229	$1,279	$1,629	N/A
August 10, 2013	$1,079	$1,079	N/A	$2,379
August 31, 2013	$599	$749	$949	$1,399
September 21, 2013	$779	$1,009	$1,079	$1,729
October 12, 2013	$739	$1,389	$1,379	$2,249
November 2, 2013	$809	$929	$1,109	$1,829

8 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise From New York, NY

Ship:	Carnival Splendor
Departure:	New York, NY
Arrival:	New York, NY
Duration:	8 Nights
Ports:	New York, NY; San Juan, Puerto Rico; St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, USA; Grand Turk Island; New York, NY

Departure Date	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite	Continue
July 4, 2013	$1,159	$1,379	$1,759	$2,349
July 20, 2013	$1,279	$1,429	$1,744	$2,349
August 5, 2013	$1,189	$1,299	$1,599	$2,149
August 21, 2013	$1,089	$1,179	$1,429	$2,049
August 29, 2013	$949	$1,029	$1,279	$1,699
September 6, 2013	$699	$779	$999	$1,439
September 22, 2013	$689	$769	$1,039	$1,509
October 24, 2013	$669	$819	$1,144	$1,549

7 Nights Southern Caribbean Cruise From San Juan, PR

Ship:	Jewel of the Seas
Departure:	San Juan, PR
Arrival:	San Juan, PR
Duration:	7 Nights
Ports:	San Juan, Puerto Rico; Philipsburg, St. Maarten; Saint Kitts Island; St. John's, Antigua; Saint Lucia Island; Bridgetown, Barbados; Cruising; San Juan, Puerto Rico

Departure Date	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite	Continue
July 6, 2013	$1,139	$1,229	N/A	N/A
July 27, 2013	$1,239	$1,259	$1,639	$2,629
August 17, 2013	$699	$849	N/A	$1,599
September 7, 2013	$649	$849	$909	$2,149
September 28, 2013	$599	$949	$1,089	$1,749
October 19, 2013	$1,019	$1,029	$1,209	$1,679

8 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise From Ft. Lauderdale, FL

Ship:	Carnival Freedom
Departure:	Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Arrival:	Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Duration:	8 Nights
Ports:	Fort Lauderdale, Florida; Grand Turk Island; San Juan, Puerto Rico; Philipsburg, St. Maarten; St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, USA; Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Departure Date	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite	Continue
July 13, 2013	$999	$1,179	$1,479	$2,149
October 5, 2013	$629	$759	$999	$1,399
January 25, 2014	$659	$789	$1,069	$1,619
April 5, 2014	$709	$869	$1,149	$1,619

7 Nights Southern Caribbean Cruise From San Juan, PR

Ship:	Jewel of the Seas
Departure:	San Juan, PR
Arrival:	San Juan, PR
Duration:	7 Nights
Ports:	San Juan, Puerto Rico; St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, USA; Saint Kitts Island; Cruising; Aruba Island; Willemstad, Curacao Island; Cruising; San Juan, Puerto Rico

Departure Date	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite	Continue
July 13, 2013	$1,179	$1,229	$1,589	$2,449
August 3, 2013	$1,079	$1,179	$1,449	$2,549
August 24, 2013	$649	$749	$949	$1,649
September 14, 2013	$759	$1,079	$1,189	$1,499
October 5, 2013	N/A	$1,009	$1,119	$1,779
October 26, 2013	$1,159	$1,189	$1,229	$2,349

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