Olivia’s guidebook Puerto Rico
Sightseeing
Old San Juan is lovely and a must whenever you visit Puerto Rico. The castle and the old town are fabulous and there are great places to eat as well.
902 locals recommend
Viejo San Juan
Old San Juan is lovely and a must whenever you visit Puerto Rico. The castle and the old town are fabulous and there are great places to eat as well.
Street in San Juan where depending on season and events , hundreds of butterflies or umbrellas are strung between the two sides of the street
Calle de la Fortaleza
Calle de la FortalezaStreet in San Juan where depending on season and events , hundreds of butterflies or umbrellas are strung between the two sides of the street
Adventures
ATV or Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTV) are a great way to explore the rain forest and take a bath in a stream.
Horse back riding tours are also available and there's a fun restaurant.
305 locals recommend
Carabali Rainforest Park
Puerto Rico 992ATV or Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTV) are a great way to explore the rain forest and take a bath in a stream.
Horse back riding tours are also available and there's a fun restaurant.
Total must! Visit the rain forest and walk around, swim in the river/streams. Unbelievable beauty.
1253 locals recommend
El Yunque Rain Forest
Total must! Visit the rain forest and walk around, swim in the river/streams. Unbelievable beauty.
Great walk in the rainforest even if you already visited El Yunque (or if you couldn't get tickets).
Walk 15 minutes through the rainforest and reach a river bed that is shallow but also has an area to swim in that's deeper. Recommend water shoes or sandals.
39 locals recommend
Angelito Trail
Puerto Rico 988Great walk in the rainforest even if you already visited El Yunque (or if you couldn't get tickets).
Walk 15 minutes through the rainforest and reach a river bed that is shallow but also has an area to swim in that's deeper. Recommend water shoes or sandals.
30 minute hike to some falls and slides/rope swing. Super fun. Go early to beat the tourists groups. Park behind someone's gate in the big lot ($5)
64 locals recommend
Las Tinajas
KM 10.1 Puerto Rico 97130 minute hike to some falls and slides/rope swing. Super fun. Go early to beat the tourists groups. Park behind someone's gate in the big lot ($5)
Great fun. Natural water slides.
Pay the local neighbors some $ and access the area that way.
137 locals recommend
Las Paylas
Puerto Rico 983Great fun. Natural water slides.
Pay the local neighbors some $ and access the area that way.
We have not done zip lining ourselves but some guests have and loved it!
100 locals recommend
Rainforest Zipline Park
We have not done zip lining ourselves but some guests have and loved it!
We have not done zip lining ourselves but some guests have and loved it!
18 locals recommend
JungleQui Zip Line Park
PR-990We have not done zip lining ourselves but some guests have and loved it!
Beaches
Luquillo beach is a fabulous beach. Crystal clear water that is mostly calm. Favored by locals on the weekend it's mostly empty week day mornings and never crowded during the week.
159 locals recommend
Luquillo
Luquillo beach is a fabulous beach. Crystal clear water that is mostly calm. Favored by locals on the weekend it's mostly empty week day mornings and never crowded during the week.
The Wyndham Resort has a fabulous hotel beach.
The secret to accessing it is to drive up and tell the the guard at the gate that you are coming to the restaurant or for the golf shop etc.
Then drive all the way down and turn left. You have the option of parking in the garage (if you are going to dinner for example) or you can continue on and park for free on the lawn all the way at the end of the road. The beach is across the lane.
Walk left to take a scenic walk on the beach (mostly deserted) or walk right towards the hotel and enjoy a drink at one of their two beach bars.
52 locals recommend
Casino at Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Puerto Rico Golf & Beach Resort
6000 Blvd. Río MarThe Wyndham Resort has a fabulous hotel beach.
The secret to accessing it is to drive up and tell the the guard at the gate that you are coming to the restaurant or for the golf shop etc.
Then drive all the way down and turn left. You have the option of parking in the garage (if you are going to dinner for example) or you can continue on and park for free on the lawn all the way at the end of the road. The beach is across the lane.
Walk left to take a scenic walk on the beach (mostly deserted) or walk right towards the hotel and enjoy a drink at one of their two beach bars.
Food scene
Great food kiosks! We recommend Mojito Lab, La Parilla, Revolution Pizza just to name a few.
159 locals recommend
Luquillo
Great food kiosks! We recommend Mojito Lab, La Parilla, Revolution Pizza just to name a few.
Ekelekua
Carretera 3A favorite! Great for brunch but just as good for dinner.
Lluvia Delis Bar & Artefecto
52 Principal StreetGreat neighborhood restaurant. Omelets and more!
Fantastic new roof top bar in our neighborhood.
Fresh seafood and strong drinks.
Open on Monday and Tuesday when most other restaurants are closed.
19 locals recommend
Bungalu Rest & Bar
Puerto Rico 968Fantastic new roof top bar in our neighborhood.
Fresh seafood and strong drinks.
Open on Monday and Tuesday when most other restaurants are closed.
Degree 18 Juice Bar
16 Cll PrincipalFun juice bar with jungle vibe.
Our neighborhood belongs to Palmer. We have several restaurants, 3 gift shops (one being an artesinal shop with cool gifts), a post office and a rooftop bar.
13 locals recommend
Palmer
Our neighborhood belongs to Palmer. We have several restaurants, 3 gift shops (one being an artesinal shop with cool gifts), a post office and a rooftop bar.
Beautiful restaurant in the Wyndham Resort Complex.
A bit more upscale but still relaxed. Wonderful food.
Make sure to park at the restaurant and not all the way down at the hotel.
11 locals recommend
Iguanas Cocina Puertorriqueña
Beautiful restaurant in the Wyndham Resort Complex.
A bit more upscale but still relaxed. Wonderful food.
Make sure to park at the restaurant and not all the way down at the hotel.
Yummy Mexican food with a local vibe. Sometimes live music!
85 locals recommend
Dos Panza Taqueria y Cantina
Calle DYummy Mexican food with a local vibe. Sometimes live music!
Yummy burgers and more- can't be beat for burgers and a drink. A local favorite.
23 locals recommend
LATIN BURGER GRILL
Puerto Rico 955Yummy burgers and more- can't be beat for burgers and a drink. A local favorite.
Amazing views from the terrace make this a must see!
Go for drinks or stay for dinner, you won't regret it. Located just minutes from the Wyndham Resort and also just a few minutes from the house.
74 locals recommend
Richie's Restaurant
Amazing views from the terrace make this a must see!
Go for drinks or stay for dinner, you won't regret it. Located just minutes from the Wyndham Resort and also just a few minutes from the house.
Great restaurant at the Wyndham Resort. Enjoy pizzas and other meals, great view!
Roots Coastal Kitchen
6000 Boulevard Río MarGreat restaurant at the Wyndham Resort. Enjoy pizzas and other meals, great view!
Great burgers and great mojitos- outdoor seating. Closes early at 6pm
36 locals recommend
Mi vida cafe
Calle PrincipalGreat burgers and great mojitos- outdoor seating. Closes early at 6pm
Supermarkets
Corner market where you can get most everything. Very convenient.
22 locals recommend
Las Picuas Convenience and liquor Store 123
Corner market where you can get most everything. Very convenient.
Great supermarket. You will find everything you are used to and more. Sells wine/liquor also.
Note: Keurig cups are very hard to find on island, please consider bringing yours with you.
36 locals recommend
Supermercados Selectos
00745 PR-3Great supermarket. You will find everything you are used to and more. Sells wine/liquor also.
Note: Keurig cups are very hard to find on island, please consider bringing yours with you.
City/town information
Great little coastal town about 30 minutes away from the house. Local fish restaurants. Local vibe. Beautiful spot!
15 locals recommend
Naguabo
Great little coastal town about 30 minutes away from the house. Local fish restaurants. Local vibe. Beautiful spot!
City advice
Book before you go
Everything needs to be booked beforehand.
Many adventures book out, please try to book early
Travelling with kids
we have a travel crib and a toddler bed (blow up)
Please bring a stroller and a high chair.
Locals love children, they are typically very friendly to tourists who are traveling with kids.
Getting around
we strongly recommend renting a car
there's so much to see in our area alone!
Getting around
reliable taxi service by Luis
should you need a taxi, we highly recommend LUIS and his wife.
He speaks English and texts reliably. Tell him you are olivia's guests.
His number is: 787-646-6808