Stroll through storied streets, past ancient castles, and alongside shimmering seas with this self-guided walking tour of San Juan, Puerto Rico!
Old San Juan:
Discover a slice of Old Europe right on your doorstep with this self-guided walking tour of San Juan. This city has seen centuries of riveting history and still bears the signs and the scars from all of it. From towering castles like Castillo San Felipe del Morro to bustling Spanish-style streets filled with shops and restaurants, there’s no shortage of things to do in this compact destination.
Walk the Ocean Path and take in astonishing views of the Atlantic. Visit La Fortaleza, an awe-inspiring fortress that’s home to a fascinating artifact dating back to the American takeover of Puerto Rico. And see Casa Blanca, where renowned Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de Leon’s own family lived.
Along the way, you’ll be treated to breathtaking true stories of battles on the high seas, castle takeovers, and so much more. With this tour, you won’t just see San Juan… you’ll truly get to know it!
Featuring compelling stories, a lively narrator, and easy automatic audio, this app puts exploration in the palm of your hand!
This comprehensive tour includes:
■ Teatro Alejandro Tapia y Rivera
■ Antiguo Casino
■ Plaza Colón
■ Castillo San Cristobal
■ Spanish Ships vs. English Pirates
■ La Perla Neighborhood
■ General Sancho vs. Sir Francis Drake
■ The Second Battle of San Juan
■ Polvorin de Santa Elena
■ Castillo San Felipe del Morro
■ Bateria Santa Elena
■ Building San Juan’s Walls
■ El Grito de Lares
■ El Morro Falls
■ Cuartel de Ballajá
■ Casa Blanca
■ Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista
■ Puerta de San Juan
■ Ocean Path
■ La Fortaleza
■ Fuente Raices
HOW IT WORKS:
As you drive/walk, audio stories play automatically based on your location. Simply go to the starting point of the tour and begin following the given route. Each story begins playing on its own, usually just before you reach a point of interest.
TOUR FEATURES:
▶ Freedom of travel
No scheduled tour times, no crowded buses, and no rush to keep moving past stops that interest you. You have total freedom to skip ahead, linger, and take as many photos as you’d like.
▶ Automatic play
No muss, no fuss. Just follow the app’s built-in route to all the must-visit spots — the audio stories about everything you see will play automatically!
▶ Works offline
Download the tour in advance and then use it seamlessly, even in areas with no service!
▶ Lifetime purchase
No monthly subscription. No time limits. No usage limits. Enjoy this tour as many times as you like.
▶ Incredible stories
Immerse yourself in the history, culture, and secrets of this famous site with the help of a top-tier narrator and fascinating stories written by experts.
▶ Award-winning app
Featured on Thrillist and WBZ, this easy-to-use app won the Laurel Award for Technology from the Newport Mansions, who use the app for over a million tours per year.
FREE DEMO vs FULL ACCESS:
Check out the totally free demo to get an idea of what this tour is all about. If you like it, purchase the tour to get full access to all of the stories.
QUICK TIPS:
■ Download ahead of time, over data or WiFi.
■ Be sure the phone battery is fully charged or take an external battery pack.
NOTE:
Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. This app uses your location service and GPS tracking feature to allow real-time tracking of your route.