Mercado Travel Guide
San Juan





Popular places to visit

Statue of Ponce de Leon
Learn about the local history of San Juan when you take a trip to Statue of Ponce de Leon. Stroll along the seaside in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Plaza del Quinto Centenario
You can learn about the history of San Juan with a visit to Plaza del Quinto Centenario. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.

Galeria Nacional
You can study the exhibits at Galeria Nacional, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to San Juan. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its fascinating museums.
Old San Juan Organic Farmers Market
You can study the exhibits at Old San Juan Organic Farmers Market, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to San Juan. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Convento de Los Dominicos
You can learn about the history of San Juan when you stop by Convento de Los Dominicos. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Pablo Casals Museum
You can study the exhibits at Pablo Casals Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to San Juan. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do

Best of Old San Juan Walking Tour with El Morro Entry

San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour

El Yunque Rainforest Guided Hiking Tour

FlyDining: 4 Course Sunset & City Light Dinner Over Old San Juan

From Carolina: Horse Riding at a Private Ranch

Underwater Sea Trek at Private Beach in San Juan
Top hotels in Mercado

Caribe Hilton
This was the second time I’ve stayed at the Caribe Hilton. Grounds beautiful, staff very pleasant, food at restaurants delicious. A little bump checking in, resolved. Walls in rooms paper thin. Could hear people in next room clearly as though one room. Tile floor treacherous when wet. Overall nice ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado
This is a great place to stay if you want a quiet getaway. There aren’t any walkable restaurants. So you would need to drive if you don’t want to eat at the hotel. There is only one place to eat which has a variety so that was ok for us. But overall the place is clean and very pretty beach.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection
Spa staff and service was excellent. Our room was not ready at 4:30 when we checked in. We were told we would receive a text message when it was ready. After waiting another hour 1/2 no text message was received. Went back to lobby only to find out the room was ready. No apologies was offered.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Costa Bahia Hotel Paseo Caribe
Good and affordable.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

The Royal Sonesta San Juan
We stayed at Royal Sonesta San Juan for a milestone birthday and had a great experience. Our room overlooked the pool, was clean, spacious, and comfortable. The breakfast staff and pool service were phenomenal, and the drinks across the bars were consistently good, which made it easy to enjoy the ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Fairmont El San Juan Hotel
Limited staff to keep hotel halls and bathrooms clean. Limited wait staff on beach caused delays in ordering food.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mercado

Catedral
While visiting Catedral, you might make a stop by sights like Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista and Plaza de Armas.

San Francisco
If you're spending some time in San Francisco, Calle Fortaleza and Museo del Mar are top sights worth seeing.

Old San Juan
The interesting museums and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Old San Juan. A stop by Port of San Juan or Castillo de San Cristobal might round out your trip.

San Juan Antiguo
Amazing beaches interesting history and top sights from Port of San Juan to Pier 4 – discover San Juan Antiguo, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Puerta de Tierra
Travellers to Puerta de Tierra praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Port of San Juan and Escambron Beach.

Isla Grande
While visiting Isla Grande, you might make a stop by sights like Coca-Cola Music Hall and Distrito T-Mobile.
