FAMILY FUN ATTRACTIONS IN SAN JUAN

Vacationing with children can be stressful at times but with the right planning and mix of activities, it can make traveling with the kids much easier and very enjoyable.  Here is a list of kid friendly attractions to help you in your planning.

 

Paseo de la Princesa
Paseo de la Princesa

This is a promenade that runs along the walls of the city between the Bay and the Gate areas.  It has many large shade trees that line the area.  On the weekends you can see many different artists and vendors selling their works.  It is a great place to let kids buy inexpensive souvenirs.  There are also musicians around to entertain.  There is a beautiful view of the bay where 11111217_10204661311748173_6145240512363965696_nyou can see the different vessels at sea sailing by. 

 

 

El Morro
El Morro

Castillo San Felipe de Morro is a 16th century fortress built and named after King Phillip II of Spain.  It was built to guard the entrance to San Juan Bay.  Construction of the fort started in 1540 and took 49 years to build.  It is a maze of barracks, tunnels, outposts, lookouts, dungeons, vaults, and ramps to explore.  Inside the fort there is a museum with a video display.  The esplanade is great place for a picnic and flying kites. Continue reading “FAMILY FUN ATTRACTIONS IN SAN JUAN”