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San Juan travel guide

What to watch out for, what to see, what to eat, and how to get around — written for people arriving for the first time.

Last updated 2026-08-11

Old San Juan, San Juan
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Common scams in San Juan

8 reported scam patterns travellers run into in San Juan, what they look like, and how to sidestep them.

Common scams in San Juan — and how to avoid them →

Top places to visit in San Juan

6 places worth your time in San Juan, with what each is actually like and when to go.

Top places to visit in San Juan →

Top food to try in San Juan

6 dishes to eat in San Juan, what is in them, and where they belong.

Top food to try in San Juan →

Traditions and customs in San Juan

5 customs and traditions in San Juan — what they are, and how to take part without causing offence.

Traditional things to do in San Juan →

Getting around San Juan

How to travel around San Juan — 5 options, what they cost, and which booking apps fix the fare before you go.

Getting around San Juan: transport and taxi apps →

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