The 10 Best Free Things to do in Ponce, Puerto Rico

February 7, 2022 Frederic Celentano

Discover the best top things to do in Ponce, Puerto Rico including Parque de Bombas, Catholic University of Puerto Rico, Mi Coqui, Cathedral of our Lady of Guadaloupe, Museo de la Historia de Ponce, Plaza del Caribe, Utopia, Casa Wiechers-Villaronga, Plaza Las Delicias, La Guancha.
Restaurants in Ponce

1. Parque de Bombas

Plaza de Las Delicias, Ponce 00731 Puerto Rico +1 787-284-4141 http://www.discoverpuertorico.com/profile/parque-de-bombas/8527
Excellent
50%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 532 reviews

Parque de Bombas

This loudly-colored building in black, red, green and yellow, was built for a volunteer fire-fighter's brigade.

Reviewed By NickH2650 - Burgh le Marsh, United Kingdom

This is an immaculately presented attraction in the town square of Ponce.It is free entry and all the staff are very helpful and welcoming.

2. Catholic University of Puerto Rico

2250 Ave. Las Americas, 00717, Ponce 00717 Puerto Rico +1 787-841-2000
Excellent
76%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 17 reviews

Catholic University of Puerto Rico

This institution enrolls more than 7,000 students and has colleges of business, education, science and law.

3. Mi Coqui

Christina Street, Ponce Puerto Rico +1 787-841-0216
Excellent
57%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 42 reviews

Mi Coqui

Buy your santos, carnival masks and other island handcrafts at this Ponce gift shop.

4. Cathedral of our Lady of Guadaloupe

Calle Concordia/Calle Union, Ponce Puerto Rico +1 787-842-0134
Excellent
56%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 126 reviews

Cathedral of our Lady of Guadaloupe

This elegant 17th-century cathedral rises majestically in the midst of Ponce.

Reviewed By JoeC7777 - Brookfield, United States

Lovely architecture displaying classic Spanish/Portuguese cathedral style. A beautiful, but clearly well used facility. Marvelous statuary and stained glass windows. Townspeople were just arrivng for a mass, but we were welcomed and were not made to feel like intruders. A holy place not to be missed if you’re visiting the area.

5. Museo de la Historia de Ponce

53 Calle Isabel, Ponce 00730-3721 Puerto Rico +1 787-844-7071 https://www.facebook.com/Museo-de-la-Historia-de-Ponce-171004846323610/
Excellent
53%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
1%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 88 reviews

Museo de la Historia de Ponce

Situated in a beautiful and architecturally significant building, this museum traces the city's history from pre-Columbian times to the present.

6. Plaza del Caribe

2050 Suite 206 Ponce By Pass, Ponce Puerto Rico +1 787-259-8989 http://plazadelcaribe.net
Excellent
67%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 21 reviews

Plaza del Caribe

7. Utopia

6953 Calle Isabel, Ponce 00730-5804 Puerto Rico +1 787-848-5441
Excellent
57%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
0%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 14 reviews

Utopia

8. Casa Wiechers-Villaronga

106 Reina Street, Ponce 00730-3682 Puerto Rico
Excellent
72%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 18 reviews

Casa Wiechers-Villaronga

The Casa Wiechers-Villaronga is a neo-classical style mansion in Ponce. It was designed and built in the early twentieth century. The house was acquired and restored by the Institute of Puerto Rican Culture and now operates as the Museo de la Arquitectura Poncena (Museum of Ponce Architecture).

9. Plaza Las Delicias

Calle Reina Isabel, Ponce 00717 Puerto Rico http://visitponce.com/plaza-las-delicias
Excellent
45%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 171 reviews

Plaza Las Delicias

Ponce's main square has enough to keep you busy, from historical sites to boutiques.

Reviewed By 845dustinm - Denver, United States

Ponce's Plaza Las Delicias is one of those places where you can spend just a short amount of time if you want to quickly see its attractions such as the Parque de Bombas and the Lion Fountain or you could spend a little more time sitting under the trees' shade. It was especially enjoyable to sit on the bench and talking to friends and family members after dark while watching the colored lights illuminating the Lion Fountain's water.

10. La Guancha

Plaza Del Monte, Ponce 00716 Puerto Rico
Excellent
43%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
5%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 638 reviews

La Guancha

La Guancha is one of the hottest hang out spots in Ponce, literally, it's right next to the beach. Take a trip to this boardwalk facing the Caribbean Sea to find an array of fun things to do. Start by having a meal at some of the kiosks turned restaurants, and then have a drink at one of the bars. You can also buy some seeds and feed the birds, fish, and pelicans that are always around the boardwalk grounds. Finish the visit by going up the Guancha Lighthouse and enjoying the view.

Reviewed By paulfA9614CT

La Guancha had wonderful restaurants. I had a feast for a king with the best Chillo con Mofongo rico! I also had other wonderful appetizers and almost overate. The place IS very family friendly and saw innocent girls having fun just like at home. It was well lighted and had some areas you can look over the Ocean at night. Its a place to really be happy even if some of the noise is a little loud.

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