Top Things to do in Toa Baja
The 10 Best Things to Do in Toa Baja, Puerto Rico
Discover the best top things to do in Toa Baja, Puerto Rico including Old San Juan, Casa Bacardi Visitor Center, Isla de Cabras, Museo de Arte de Bayamon, Castillo San Felipe del Morro, San Juan National Historic Site, Castillo de San Cristobal, Paseo de la Princesa, The Poet's Passage, Calle del Cristo.
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1. Old San Juan
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
Consisting of 400 restored buildings from the 16th- and 17th-century Spanish colonial period, this area in San Juan is steeped in history with an old-world and romantic European charm.
Reviewed By KayTee9 - New England - USA
We drove through both San Juan and Old San Juan in a private bus on a time schedule, so we had no time to stop except VERY briefly. It is a city with both an old and a new part, full of lovely old Spanish architecture as well as modern buildings, and areas filled with "local flavor". Some parts had been damaged by the recent 2017 hurricanes, and that was sad to see. There is so much potentially to see and do. I wish we had had more time. When you are on a cruise ship tour, you get at best a brief overview. I like to take this kind of tour in a foreign port when I know I have very little time. At least I get the flavor of the city. Perhaps I can return one day.
2. Casa Bacardi Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
4 based on 4 reviews
Learn about the past, present and future of the world’s most awarded rum and Spirit. Relive the history and see how Bacardí evolved from being a small rum manufacturer to becoming the Untamable Spirit that it is today. Conoce el pasado, el presente y el futuro del ron y el espíritu más premiado del mundo. Revive la historia y aprende cómo Bacardí evolucionó de ser un pequeño fabricante de ron para convertirse en el Espíritu Indomable que es hoy.
Reviewed By apa028 - Roanoke, Virginia
Took the history tour of the casa and it was very enjoyable. Included one drink and it was very pleasant. We came into old San Juan on a cruise boat. The ferry was not running and we took an Uber.
Staff is very kind at the factory and it is a nice experience.
3. Isla de Cabras
Overall Ratings
4 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By Ivonna02 - San Juan, Puerto Rico
Isla de Cabras is the perfect place to go with the family for a picnic. You can take some pre cooked food, your favorite beverage and enjoy the breeze just beside the ocean!
Also, you can celebrate birthdays or any special ocassion. They rent gazebos that you can use and enjoy your day. You will find there clean bathrooms, and a place to eat and drink if you don't want to carry food.
4. Museo de Arte de Bayamon
Overall Ratings
5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By JibaroTraveller - Livingston, Texas
This Museum is located in the Luis Ferre Science Park. It is a beautiful building that houses some incredible pieces of Puerto Rican Art, both old and new. Everyone was very helpful and friendly.
We took the Tren Urbano to Bayamon($1.50) and the shuttle bus (no charge) to the Science Park. The entrance was close to the bus stop. There is no charge if you are only going to the art museum (donations accepted). The Science park has an entry fee.
The Museum is well worth visiting. Time would be about one hour. You could combine this with a visit to the Oller Museum and/or the local mall.
5. Castillo San Felipe del Morro
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Gail F - Puyallup, Washington
The breeze from the ocean on the grounds here is wonderful and there are always lots of people flying kites. Once inside, the place is massive with plenty of places to explore and wonderful views. Watch the kids since climbing children could find some major drop offs. There are exhibits that provide history in both English and Spanish which were very educational. It is free with a National Parks Pass.
6. San Juan National Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Constructed to defend the San Juan coastline during the 17th and 18th centuries, this dramatic fortress rises 140 feet above the sea on a rocky promontory, and is composed of six huge levels of ramps, barracks, dungeons, turrets, towers and tunnels.
Reviewed By RagsKP94 - Lake Worth, Florida
We walked Old San Juan and ended with this great spot. The fortress is visible from the cruise terminal and so very easy to find. I think we paid less than $10 each to get in and tour around the inside. It is very well maintained, well marked and worth a visit if you have any interest in local history.
7. Castillo de San Cristobal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
This massive 27-acre series of fortifications is the largest the Spanish built in the New World.
Reviewed By musicman513 - Cincinnati, Ohio
If your in Old San Juan this is another must see - along with El Morro. San Cristobal is another National Park, so don't forget your National Park Pass. Give yourself plenty of time to explore this amazing old fortress, and try to see it all - inside and out. It shows how safely fortified San Juan was and the measures they took to keep out intruders. Wear comfortable walking shoes when you explore.
8. Paseo de la Princesa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
This restored 19th-century esplanade is the place to begin your stroll through Old San Juan, because of its central location and its inexhaustible charm.
Reviewed By Karen S - New York City, New York
After having a lovely dinner we decided to go for a walk along the ocean side. it's a lovely place to see old buildings and have a coffee or an ice cream
9. The Poet's Passage
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 313 reviews
Reviewed By jfarlam - Windsor, Canada
This would be a great shop anywhere. A combination of Arts and Crafts and old style book store along with gifts and art supplies. In addition they have occasional poetry readings with local poets and scheduled readings at night. This bright red historic building is a must see. Do not miss this place.
10. Calle del Cristo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 226 reviews
"That shopping street," as known to cab drivers; a tourist must.
Reviewed By 27Ruben27 - San Juan, Puerto Rico
This street runs from Ballaja area, near el Morro at north down to Capilla del Cristo. Many important landmarks like the Cathedral(one of the oldest in the new world), Morro, Ballaja, restaurants, hotels, shops and down to La Capilla del Cristo, next to the Pigeons park. It crosses several important streets Luna, Sol, La Caleta, San Francisco, Fortaleza to name some of them. Beautiful buildings and a lot of history.
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