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Fortaleza Street, San Juan

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#30 of 344 in Things to do in San Juan
Landmark · Hidden Gem · Tourist Spot
Get into the bustling atmosphere of old San Juan at Fortaleza Street. Roaming the cobblestoned street lined with colonial era buildings, you can find numerous shops selling clothes, souvenirs, art, and jewelry. Hang out at one of the bars, mingle with the locals, people-watch, and take in the spirit of the harbor city. Restaurants along the lively street serve up Puerto Rican cuisine with a historical atmosphere. Plan to visit Fortaleza Street during your San Juan vacation using our convenient San Juan trip builder.
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  • By Le G
    We visited in November and like the previous post the umbrellas are gone!! So don’t look like tourists like us wandering around wondering where it is lol  more »
  • By srl4803
    We were here in the month of December 2019 and the umbrellas have been replaced by the Puerto Rican flag. Its OK but the umbrella's are much more charming. The Governors house is at the end of this....  more »
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