La Puerta de San Juan
La Puerta de San Juan
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One of the last standing gates of the walled 16th-century San Juan, this historic doorway in the 20-foot wall is a popular photo spot.
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Dottie F
Abingdon, MD69 contributions
Jun 2021 • Couples
It was very interesting to see this gate that has so much history behind it, and to walk through it becoming a part of that long history. Be sure to read the information sign about the gate that is a little down from the front of it, and also look at both sides. The front has an inscription above the door, and the back has a beautiful picture of St. John the Baptist.
Written 29 June 2021
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cenzt
Ohio19 974 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
Great trip. We arrived at approximately 11:45 am and made our way towards the entrance of the gate. There was an informational plaque located at the entrance of the gate, that went over some background information on the gate itself. There was a path directly next to the gate named Paseo del Morro that took us alongside the water to Castillo San Felipe del Morro. The trail offered stunning views of the water, and the old city wall. We were able to admire the architecture and reflect on how long it took to build the structure. The trail was relatively easy, and consisted of walking on a flat, paved surface for a majority of the walk. There were more informational plaques located on the trail that detailed the history of the area. The trail was uncovered so I recommend wearing sunscreen and protective clothing because it was extremely hot on the day that we went.
Tip: I recommend spending 45 minutes walking the trail and admiring the gate.
Tip: I recommend spending 45 minutes walking the trail and admiring the gate.
Written 27 June 2024
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Raquel T
Bayamon, Puerto Rico149 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
This pretty red-painted Puerta de San Juan or San Juan Gate is where you re-enter the city. Above the gate is inscribed “Benedictus qui venit in nomine domini”- Latin for “blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord”. You will follow the same path many sailors took centuries ago after a long voyage.
Written 10 October 2022
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dustythoughts
Manchester, CT2 172 contributions
Sept 2021
This colorful gate is the historic entrance to San Juan and dates back to the seventeenth century, when Puerto Rico was a Spanish colony. While many things have changed since then, the gate still stands and is worth a visit. It leads to Paseo de la Princesa and the bahía (bay), which are also worth visiting. While the gate itself is a very quick visit, its cultural significance is a big part of the city's history.
Written 27 July 2022
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23rita
Davie, FL562 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
Located near Castillo San Felipe Del Morro, this red gate represents a lot of history. For centuries it kept invaders out of the city. It's function was San Juan's formal or symbolic entrance. There were four other gates used to enter and exit the city allowing materials, supplies and everyday traffic. This is by beautiful San Juan Bay.
Written 19 April 2024
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Picture_Perch
Windsor, Canada1 594 contributions
Feb 2020
Loved walking the sea wall to the fort and then back to downtown Old San Juan. So amazing this is the wall that kept people out and you can see why when walking along it. Beautiful scenery and the smell of the salt water is great! We bird watched along here but my favourite thing was spotting some crabs along the rocks. I honestly could have stayed all day watching the sealife around the wall.
Written 26 February 2020
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wannabefolkie
Seattle, WA1 107 contributions
Mar 2022 • Friends
The red archway to enter Old San Juan is very vibrant. We passed through La Puerta de San Juan, or rather we exited through it to follow the Paseo del Morro along Bahia de San Juan to the backside of the Castillo del San Filipe del Morro. Going through this way, you are greeted by a lookout tower which makes for a great photo op with the beautiful backdrop of the Bay.
Written 10 April 2022
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Garry G
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Jul 2023 • Business
A modest landmark in modern times, but the ceremonial entrance to the old city. Dock nearby suggests how visitors arrived. The only gate of five that remains. Street leads straight to Cathedral de San Juan Bautista. Turn left up the hill and follow the wall to the Casa Rosa for great pics of the gate and La Fortelezza -(Governor’s Mansion- oldest continually inhabited one in US).
Written 18 July 2023
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gibbygibson21
Arlington, VA39 contributions
Apr 2022
Worth seeing because of the history around it and view of the ocean. Walk through the gate and up the path to the back end of the Castillo San Felipe del Morro for a special view with very few people. Only need 15-20 minutes at the gate.
Written 23 June 2022
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marcain
Washington DC, DC213 contributions
Feb 2022
Very cool spot, it's the old VIP entrance to San Juan (from 100s of years ago). Le Puerta leads from the Paseo into old San Juan, right near the automobile entrance to the governor's mansion. Very safe, even late at night.
From old San Juan, the gate leads out to a very nice Paseo that runs to the cruise port to the left, and to the El Morro fort to the right (about 3/4 mile), very flat and handicapped-accesible in either direction. The Puerto itself is not so handicapped-accessible from the San Juan side as the streets are all cobblestones and there are no curb cuts that I could see.
From old San Juan, the gate leads out to a very nice Paseo that runs to the cruise port to the left, and to the El Morro fort to the right (about 3/4 mile), very flat and handicapped-accesible in either direction. The Puerto itself is not so handicapped-accessible from the San Juan side as the streets are all cobblestones and there are no curb cuts that I could see.
Written 4 March 2022
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Do I have to purchase tickets for these sites? If so would you recommend a tour or just buy the tickets and stroll around myself? Also are the beaches open 24/7. Might be a dumb question but I never got to see the beach at night in New York.
Written 25 February 2015
No tickets required! Only for the fortresses and they are cheap. The beaches are good and you can do as you like. Pretty safe IMHO.
Written 26 February 2015
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