United States of America · Heritage Walks

2-Hour Old San Juan Women's History Walking Tour

2 Hours Round trip from FV8Q+C57 Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Old San Juan through the stories of women in Puerto Rican history
  • 02 Learn how women's struggles in the 19th and 20th centuries shaped present-day Puerto Rico
  • 03 Discover themes of voting rights, human rights, education, politics, business, and empowerment
  • 04 Walk through iconic streets of the old walled city with a guide
  • 05 Hear about the beginnings of the suffragist movement in Puerto Rico

Walk through Old San Juan while hearing the stories, contributions, and struggles of women in Puerto Rican history during the 19th and 20th centuries. This experience focuses on themes such as human rights, education, voting rights, politics, business, botany, and empowerment, showing how these women's efforts opened doors for the present lives of Puerto Rican women. Along the way, you will explore iconic streets within the old walled city with your guide. The language of this experience is English.

Walk through Old San Juan while hearing the stories, contributions, and struggles of women in Puerto Rican history during the 19th and 20th centuries.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Hard
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Human rights and Education

We meet here, share information about the human rights of women in Puerto Rico and start walking to the nexts stops.

2
Day 02

Empowerment and Politics

In front of Castillo San Cristobal we will share information on how a woman start changing her mind after her 50's when she understand the conditions of living in Puerto Rico.

3
Day 03

Education and Business

4
Day 04

Voting Rights and Botany

In front of Castillo San Cristobal we will share information on how a woman start the suffragist movement in Puerto Rico.

5
Day 05

Empowerment

How women can vote and be part of the politicians elected in Puerto Rico?

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Tour guide.

This walking tour includes some iconic places on the streets within this old walled city.

What's Not Included

This experience does not include entrance and/or the visit to Castillo San Felipe del Morro or Castillo San Cristóbal.

The price of this experience does not include transportation. You need to ask for it, and it will be an additional cost.

Prices do not include food or beverages.

What to bring

  • Alternatives to protect yourself from the sun are a hat, a cap, or an umbrella.
  • A raincoat ("poncho," "impermeable") for the rain.
  • Mosquito repellent and sunscreen are recommended, preferably natural or organic if possible.
  • Closed-toed shoes that can get dirty, with good grip on the ground.
  • Each participant must bring snacks, water, and money for food purchases if the tour does not include them.

Know before you go

People under 21 years of age must be with a parent or legal guardian.

Consider the following:

  • A release of responsibility (waiver) must be completed before beginning the tour. The form is digital, and you will receive a copy by email when you submit your information. You will receive the link on your purchase receipt, which this platform will email to you.
  • In the reservation, you must report if you have allergies or any existing health conditions, and identify all the people in your group. The form includes a section to add yourself and the people with you.
  • We talk about the history, culture, gastronomy, and biodiversity of the visited destination.
  • We will set a meeting point for the participants. You must be at the meeting point at the indicated time. For security reasons, the specific meeting point is only shared with you after completing the reservation.
  • The automatic email after your purchase may go to your "Updates" folder. Please check your "Updates," "Promotions," "Junk," or "Spam" folders, as some of our communications may go there.
  • Each participant must bring snacks, water, and money for food purchases if the tour does not include them. Each experience description includes details if any food is included.
  • The use of sportswear and fresh clothing is recommended, preferably flexible and light-colored.
  • Wear closed-toed shoes that can get dirty, with good grip on the ground. To participate in our activities, we do not recommend wearing high heels, elevated shoes, sandals, or flip-flops. The surfaces we will be on may have uneven areas and elements of nature such as branches and stones.
  • Bring extra clothes and shoes to change into in case it rains, or if you simply want to change at the end of the tour.
  • The use of mosquito repellent and sunscreen is recommended, preferably natural or organic if possible.
  • Other alternatives to protect yourself from the sun are a hat, a cap, or an umbrella.
  • Bring a raincoat ("poncho," "impermeable") for the rain.
  • Bring a camera to capture your memories during your experience.
  • Bring binoculars for birdwatching and a closer view.
  • Be enthusiastic about breathing fresh air and getting to know the enchantment of Puerto Rico.

Difficulty level

Level 2: Moderate (We're going to walk through the streets of the town center "downtown," where there are hills and good physical condition is required.)

Uneven surfaces, acoustic pollution, and weather conditions can affect your experience. For this reason, we will be prepared to receive your group, knowing them through the information you shared in the registration form and having a specialist in the area you are going to visit.

The experience is NOT accessible for: wheelchairs, stroller users, and others who need step-free access.

Important

We do not have sign language interpreters available yet. However, if you are a person with hearing disability (functional hearing diversity) or deaf and communicate with sign language, you may come with one companion free of charge to help interpret the message. The person providing interpretation support must be listed on the registration form and must also complete a release of responsibility (waiver).

Read the description of this activity to see how you need to be prepared for it and how your group will be split if your total goes over 25 participants.

  • If your group has more than 25 people, it will be split into two tour guides.
  • 25 people go with one tour guide.
  • 26+ people go with two tour guides.
  • If your group has more than 50 people, it will be split into three tour guides.
  • 25 people go with one tour guide.
  • 26+ people go with two tour guides.
  • 50+ people go with three tour guides.
  • If your group has more than 70 people, it will be split into four tour guides.
  • 25 people go with one tour guide.
  • 26+ people go with two tour guides.
  • 50+ people go with three tour guides.
  • 70+ people go with four tour guides.
  • All groups will be divided by language: English or Spanish.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Plaza Colón, Calle de la Fortaleza, San Juan, Puerto Rico
Tour start
FV8Q+C57, C. de la Fortaleza, San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 hours finish where they began, in FV8Q+C57.

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