Sandoo Posted July 13, 2009 #1 Share Posted July 13, 2009 We're thinking of booking the 1/2/10 sailing of the Freedom. I'lll be traveling with a 22yr old and an 18 yr. old. We were wondering if anyone has any suggestions on what to do in San Juan? The ship arrives at 5pm and stays to about midnight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
green eyed lady Posted July 13, 2009 #2 Share Posted July 13, 2009 Segway tour of Old San Juan...contact Jose to book. It was so much fun...my kids (20, 19 and 16 at the time) loved it :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisaannm Posted July 13, 2009 #3 Share Posted July 13, 2009 The segway tour comes highly recommended! It was one of the highlights of our 14 day honeymoon cruise in January. Check out Jose of Segwaytourspr.com i believe it is, or you can read more on the PR ports of call board. Our ship arrived early due to a medical emergency and Jose re-arranged our appointment to fit our new schedule. They give you a training crash course before you leave, and that time is not included in the tour time. The best part is, Jose will take your camera and take pictures of you on the segways in the greatest spots. Some of best pictures together came from this tour :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JXR Posted July 13, 2009 #4 Share Posted July 13, 2009 I also did the Segway Tour this past April. That was the highlight of my cruise. It was so much fun. Enjoy !! Joanne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deckhawk Posted July 13, 2009 #5 Share Posted July 13, 2009 We're thinking of booking the 1/2/10 sailing of the Freedom. I'lll be traveling with a 22yr old and an 18 yr. old. We were wondering if anyone has any suggestions on what to do in San Juan? The ship arrives at 5pm and stays to about midnight. If you are traveling with a 22 and 18 yr old - I would tour the fort with them (just walk there from the port....only a few dollars to get in) and then they will want to check out Carlos and Charlies and/or the casino.... If you really want to see all of the city - take the old city tour. Instead of booking the cruise tour, just walk it yourself. It is hilly, but it is a beautiful walk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maraprince Posted July 13, 2009 #6 Share Posted July 13, 2009 If you are arriving at 5 PM, be aware that most shops will close at 6 PM. Not sure how late the forts are opened -- 5 or 6 PM. MARAPRINCE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matj2000 Posted July 13, 2009 #7 Share Posted July 13, 2009 San Juan is probably the worst port to visit. It is nothing but an older city with a bunch of stores. Unless you want to see an old fort there is not much else close by. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coqui2007 Posted July 13, 2009 #8 Share Posted July 13, 2009 re matj2000 apart from OSJ and it's 2 forts, one of the oldest churches on the 'New World', several plazas, museums and numerous restaurants you could also check out the following when in port: 15mins by Taxi/car - Escambron Beach and nearby Helmet Diving 20mins by Taxi/car - Condado Beach + numerous hotels with casinos 20-30mins by taxi/car - Isla Verde Beach + numerous hotels with casinos 20-30mins by taxi/car - Pinones area with it's ocean view / mangrove wooden boardwalk with bike hire and quiet beaches 30mins by car - Canopy Tour in the forests of Guaynabo 45-60mins by car - El Yunque rainforest and it's numerous trails, also have horse riding, ATV's, zip line and rapelling 45-60mins by car - Luquillo beach and the roadside kiosks 60mins by car - Fajardo Bio Bay + beaches or evening cruise to Vieques Bio Bay just a few ideas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandoo Posted July 13, 2009 Author #9 Share Posted July 13, 2009 Thanks for the suggestions. The Segway tour sounds great, but we won't be arriving into port until 5pm. So we need suggestions for the nightime. Has anyone done the night time horseback riding? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barb C Posted July 14, 2009 #10 Share Posted July 14, 2009 i love San Juan. We have never been there at night tho. I have heard of a WONDERFUL excursion to the bioluminence bay http://www.biobay.com/cd/webhtml/right.htm Also, here is a great website for OLD SJ. http://www.***********.com/magazinecruiseship.asp Lots to do....! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDSue Posted July 15, 2009 #11 Share Posted July 15, 2009 San Juan is probably the worst port to visit. It is nothing but an older city with a bunch of stores. Unless you want to see an old fort there is not much else close by. That's a very subjective opinion. Personally, I loved my visit of Old San Juan. The buildings and architecture and forts were all very interesting to me. I felt safe walking around in the evening [i wouldn't venture down a dark alley- just like any other city]. I think it's nice to be able to experience a port that's different from every other. San Cristobal [right by the port] blue cobblestone streets, once used as ballasts for Spanish Galleons historic buildings: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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