Looking out for what can you do with kids and family in San Juan? Here are the things that you should not miss out on a family vacation with kids, toddlers, or babies. Discover the ultimate places for kids in San Juan, be it water parks, theme parks, or playgrounds. Children will have fun, learn new things, get good food and will not get bored in long queues. Keep reading to know about awesome places and activities to enjoy with your kids in San Juan.
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Family and Kids in San Juan
Let's explore our list of kid-friendly attractions in San Juan for perfect family outings and getaways.
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Visit to experience unparalleled fun for kidsA part of the city filled with history, Old San Juan is a reminder of the rich influence of the Spanish culture that has inhabited it from a long time. The city is characterized by its narrow, blue cobblestone streets and flat-roofed brick and stone buildings dating back to the 16th and 17th century when Puerto Rico was a Spanish possession. The Casa Blanca was the first fortified structure bui...Read more
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A place for children with all kinds of interestsSan Juan was Spain’s prized possessions mainly because of the access it gave to trade routes in the Caribbean. Hence the Spaniards spent a lot of time fortifying the city. The national historic site is just one of 400 such sites in Puerto Rico and it comprises of La Fortaleza, Castillo San Cristobal, Castillo San Felipe del Morro, City Walls of Old San Juan and Fortín San Juan de l...Read more
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A guaranteed fun space for the kidsKnown as Fort San Cristobal, it is the largest fortification in San Juan and comes under one of the monuments of San Juan National Historical Site. Although the order to build it was given as far back as 1625 its construction began only a century after in 1765 and was completed in 1783. The Spaniards were attacked countless times by the English and the Dutch and San Cristobal proved as a staunc...Read more
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Amazing San Juan attraction for kidsThe legacy of one man which has now become a personal and party favourite alcohol, ‘Bacardi’ was born here. Don Facundo Bacardi Masso immigrated to Santiago de Cuba in 1830 and set up a business as a wine merchant. After a few years of experimenting he and his brother set up a local distillery. Their experimentation led them to create a new type of rum which was much lighter and it ...Read more
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Can keep your kids busy for daysDedicated to King Philip II, the castle comes under one of the monuments of San Juan National Historical Site. Just as its counterpart on the north-eastern side del Morro too was a military fortress charged with protecting San Juan. With two fortresses on either side of the bay San Juan was powerfully protected however the del Morro was constructed a century before Cristobal. It’s also mo...Read more
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Perfect for kids day out in San JuanAlso known as Catedral de San Juan Bautista, it is second oldest Cathedral in the Americas. Commissioned to be built in 1521 it was destroyed by a hurricane and later rebuilt and reshaped many times over to its current shape in 1917. It is believed by many to be Puerto Rico's greatest religious site. Being located tight next to the sea gate, the foreign dignitaries from the ancient times were l...Read more
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Fun place to go for kidsThe most beautiful Promenade in Old San Juan is the Paseo de la Princesa. A great place for a leisurely stroll experiencing the esplanade, the Old Walls, the governor’s mansion, the sunset over the bay, the food, music and overall loving vibe of the place. La Princesa was once a prison which is now the headquarters for Puerto Rico Tourism Company. Further ahead you’ll come across a ...Read more
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A cool place to see with kidsA nice little beach located at the western end of San Juan with azure waters, cool breeze and tan coloured sand. It’s a fun place to enjoy the Caribbean waters since the beach is protected by a rock barrier, the waters are smooth. There are many posh hotels and casinos nearby which gives opportunities for refreshments and recreation. A calm and soothing retreat with family and friends for...Read more
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A fantastic place for refreshing break for childrenThe Santa María Magdalena de Pazzis Cemetery, located in Old San Juan has a charm of its own. To its west is the del Morro and to the east is La Perla. The cemetery is divided into two parts, The Old and The New. The Old part has some of the most prominent personalities resting from the Puerto Rican history. The artworks on the tombstones are quite elaborate and intricate. This colonial ...Read more
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One of the awesome things children enjoy the mostUnlike the more famous but crowded Condado beach, the Ocean park beach is known for its relatively low key vibe. Ocean Park being a very upscale community you’ll find a lot of condos lined up in front of the beach. The sand in this mile long beach is golden and the waters are pleasant enough to bathe as well as for water sports like windsurfing and kite-boarding. There are vendors here wh...Read more
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The best option for younger visitorsIsla Palominos or the Palomino Island is an uninhabited, small and absolutely spectacular island that measures about 102 acres. The island is in fact the largest of the 3 islands situated near Puerto Rico. Most part of the island has been rented to the El Conquistador Resort for their water and beach activities. Here at the Island, you would be able to create unforgettable memories while enjoyi...Read more
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A place where kids enjoy and have funThe largest shopping mall in the Caribbean and the second largest in Latin America. Plaza las Americas has grown from a humble beginning to a great empire. Opened in 1968 the Plaza has underwent repeated expansions. Today with parking for about 11,000 vehicles, 300 shops, 24 restaurants, 10 movie screens the Plaza offers wide variety of recreational facilities. With outlets like JC Penny, Forev...Read more
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A place perfect for families with kidsA place in Old San Juan which brings together two of the best things, fine art and fine chocolate. The Cortes family have been making chocolate for over 80 years making them the largest chocolate producer in the Caribbean. Their restaurant Choco bar is on the ground floor which not only serves amazing chocolate but also other lunch and breakfast items such as sandwiches, fries and the like. Ups...Read more
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A favorite place to take the kids in the cityA cute cobblestoned street in Old San Juan, Calle del Cristo has it all. Shops, handicrafts, Souvenirs, clothing, accessories, restaurants, you name it they have it. The street starts at the northern end near Parque de las Palomas and runs till the south near the entrance of del Morro. The buildings on either side are painted with colours like mint, ivory, turquoise and gold. The shops and outl...Read more
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It's just one of those places to visit and hang outThe Poet’s Passage is a small store in Old San Juan where you get personalized gifts and souvenirs. It is managed by a local poet Lady lee Andrews and painter Nicolas Thomassin. Every piece of gift is hand made at the store. It is drawn then cut out from a rubber model, painted and signed. The store has a huge variety of monuments from Old San Juan displaying their unique creativity.