AIRBNB EXPERIENCES
Things to do in San Juan
Book unique activities hosted by local experts on Airbnb.
Top-rated activities
View our most highly rated experiences, loved by guests.
El Yunque Waterfall, Rope swing, Waterslide & transportation
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 4942 reviewsSnorkel with Sea Turtles
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 668 reviewsEl Yunque Adventure, Waterslide & Transportation
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 4721 reviewsOld San Juan Best Kept Secrets Tour
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 1176 reviewsPhoto & Walk in Iconic Old San Juan
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 1177 reviewsGo paddleboarding in a scenic lagoon
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 213 reviewsBeginner Scuba Dive With Turtles and Videos
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 543 reviewsTurtle Spotting and Jet snorkeling with Pictures and video
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 981 reviewsSalsa Nightlife Class & Tour
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviewsGo Kayaking in a scenic lagoon
Something for everyone
Your guide to San Juan
Where do locals hang out in San Juan?
Old San Juan may be a place many visitors come to see, but it’s also where many locals eat, drink, and shop. The area’s candy-colored architecture and cobblestone streets remind you that this is a city with a deep cultural history, one shaped by Spanish, African and indigenous Taíno cultures for centuries. For a neighborhood near the beach, head to Calle Loíza for nightlife, locally owned shops, and restaurants. Walk the barrios and discover local life for yourself in places such as the arts district of Santurce.
What are the best water activities in San Juan?
Kayak on a bioluminescent bay
Whether you stay in the city, or just outside of it, San Juan has a whole other nightlife scene. Bioluminescent bays glow across Puerto Rico, and one of the closest ones to San Juan is Laguna Grande in Fajardo. Head out in kayaks with a guide for a light show like no other as the water and the night skies twinkle with activity.
Go sailing with a local expert
See La Fortaleza, Castillo San Felipe del Morro, Castillo de San Cristóbal, Isla de Cabras, and Old San Juan from a different perspective with a local captain on a sailing excursion.
Snorkel with sea turtles
Head out with a local wildlife lover to Escambron Marine Park, a special little bay that is home to extraordinary marine life. See a variety of tropical fish, a sunken bridge, statues, and (hopefully) turtles.
What are the best day trips from San Juan?
Go on a private tour of El Yunque National Forest
Just outside of the city sits a luscious rainforest where you can spend a day hiking, ziplining, forest bathing, and more. Head out with a local guide to get the most of your time here. Along the way, you can see waterfalls, learn about the biodiversity of this ecosystem, and enjoy stunning 360-degree views.
Visit Culebra on a catamaran
This slice of paradise is meant to be enjoyed in the comfort of a catamaran. Snorkeling at Culebra is an experience all its own, one where you see giant neon-hued coral reefs and schools of fish darting from one place to another. A highlight includes free time on Flamenco Beach, which has made the top of many best beaches lists. Its remote location makes it a quiet and wonderful place to do some yoga, swim, and just be present.
Discover more activities near San Juan
- Art and culture Puerto Rico
- Food and drink Puerto Rico
- Sightseeing Puerto Rico
- Nature and outdoors Puerto Rico
- Entertainment Puerto Rico
- Wellness Puerto Rico
- Sports activities Puerto Rico
- Art and culture San Juan
- Sightseeing San Juan
- Nature and outdoors San Juan
- Sports activities San Juan
- Entertainment San Juan