Puerto Rico · Caribbean

San Juan

Caribbean beaches with no passport and no exchange rate

San Juan is America's Caribbean gem — no passport, no currency conversion, direct flights from nearly every US hub. The cobblestone streets of Old San Juan are lined with colorful colonial buildings, salsa rhythms, and some of the best rum in the world. El Yunque rainforest and Flamenco Beach (rated among the world's best) are day-trip distance away.

Budget/day

$85–$150

Best time

December, January, February, March +2 more

Currency

USD

US Visa

Visa required

Top things to do in San Juan

Walk the ramparts of Castillo San Felipe del Morro at sunset
Day-trip to Flamenco Beach on Culebra — often ranked top 10 in the world
Hike through El Yunque, the only tropical rainforest in the US National Forest System
Drink piña coladas at the bar where they were invented (Caribe Hilton)
Eat mofongo, tostones, and lechón at Santurce's growing food scene

What a San Juan trip actually costs

Estimates for a 7-night trip for 2 people from a major US hub, all-in.

Round-trip flights (2 people)Varies by origin — see our search

Hotel (7 nights, 1 room)~$578 mid-range

Food & daily spending (per person)$85–$150/day

Rental car (optional, 7 days)$45–$80/day depending on availability

Entry fees & activitiesBudget $20–$80/person/day

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Best time to visit San Juan

Jan

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Aug

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Oct

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San Juan travel tips for US visitors

Visa: US citizens: no passport or visa required.

1Flights from the US are often cheaper than Caribbean alternatives — no international fees.
2Rent a car for day trips; Uber works well in San Juan itself.
3Book Culebra ferry tickets in advance — they sell out.

Old San JuanEl YunqueNo passport requiredSalsa musicRum