Three days is enough to see plenty but nowhere near enough to see it all. How should you allocate your time? Relax; we've got you covered. This three-day itinerary lets you enjoy a few different sides of Puerto Rico.
How many days should you visit Puerto Rico?
We recommend spending 4 to 5 days in Puerto Rico. While the island is quite small (about the size of Connecticut) there's lots to see, do and eat!
What can you see in Puerto Rico in 2 days?
- Visit the forts of San Juan.
- Find the most instagrammable streets. Caleta de las Monjas. Callejon de la Puerta Bandera.
- Visit La Fortaleza.
- “This is how we do it down in Puerto Rico…”
- Santa Maria Magdalena de Pazzis Cemetery.
- Plaza Del Quinto Centenario.
- Bacardi Factory Tour.
How do people spend 3 days in Puerto Rico?
- Walk the Colorful streets of Old San Juan.
- Paseo de la Princesa promenade.
- Paseo del Morro.
- Old San Juan Gate.
- La Rogativa.
- Castillo San Felipe del Morro.
- Castillo San Cristobal.
Is 3 days enough for San Juan Puerto Rico?
While ideally, you'd have a full week getaway to explore Puerto Rico to its fullest — white sand beaches, islands, snorkeling, rainforests, and more — 3 days in San Juan is a great introduction to the island!
What can you see in Puerto Rico in 3 days?
- The fortifications at Castillo San Felipe del Morro / Photo: Scott Suchman. Day 1. Castles, chocolate, and tchotchkes in Old San Juan.
- The beach in Condado / Photo: Scott Suchman. Day 2.
- The Yokahú Tower, a viewpoint in El Yunque National Forest / Photo: Scott Suchman. Day 3.
What should I pack for a 3 day trip to Puerto Rico?
- 3-5 t-shirts or tank tops (something to double as pajamas)
- 2-3 shorts, capris or skirts.
- 1 long pants or jeans.
- 1 long sleeve shirt.
- 1-2 sundresses (for day or night wear)
- 1 nightlife outfit for nights out in Old San Juan.
- 5-7 pair of underwear.
- 5 pair of socks.
What is there to do in Puerto Rico this weekend?
- Old San Juan. Old San Juan is the colorful, colonial section settled by the Spanish.
- Spoon Food Tours.
- El Morro (El Castillo San Felipe del Morro)
- Castillo de San Cristobal.
- Calle del Cristo.
- Museo de las Americas.
- Sunset Sail.
- Deaverdura.
Is San Juan OK to visit now?
Most areas of San Juan are safe. Most travelers chose to visit San Juan — which is an excellent choice. Puerto Rico's biggest city is bustling, beautiful, and full of incredible things to do. Most neighborhoods in San Juan are safe during the day, but at night certain places can get a bit sketchy.