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Louie's VIP Tours
Ollie #1 of 15 attractions in El Yunque National Forest
5 of 5 stars 81 reviews
Attraction type  Tours
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The El Yunque Rain Forest
As featured in 3 days in San Juan and 2 other guides
Ollie #2 of 15 attractions in El Yunque National Forest
4.5 of 5 stars 368 reviews
Owner description: Covering 28,000 acres, and receiving more than 200 inches of rain per year, El Yunque National Forest is the only tropical rain forest in the US...... more » Owner description: Covering 28,000 acres, and receiving more than 200 inches of rain per year, El Yunque National Forest is the only tropical rain forest in the US Forest System. Noted for its biodiversity, the forest is home to more than 400 different plant species. It has more than a dozen maintained trails for hiking, picnic pavilions, stone towers, rivers, waterfalls, and an interpretive visitors' center. « less
Attraction type  Forests; Waterfalls
Distance  2.6 km from city centre
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Yokahu Observation Tower
Ollie #3 of 15 attractions in El Yunque National Forest
4.5 of 5 stars 35 reviews
A tower in El Yunque offering a sweeping view of the rainforest.
Attraction type  Observation Decks/ Towers
Distance  1.5 km from city centre
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Torre Britton
Ollie #4 of 15 attractions in El Yunque National Forest
4.5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
This lookout tower in El Yunque is sometimes incorporated into Santeria (an Afro-Caribbean religion) ceremonies.
Attraction type  Lookouts
Distance  29.1 km from city centre
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La Coca Falls
Ollie #5 of 15 attractions in El Yunque National Forest
4.5 of 5 stars 26 reviews
Owner description: A premier attraction of El Yunque Rain Forest, these dramatic waterfalls cascade down mossy cliffs, where the more adventurous can climb up slippery...... more » Owner description: A premier attraction of El Yunque Rain Forest, these dramatic waterfalls cascade down mossy cliffs, where the more adventurous can climb up slippery rocks to its base for a closer look. « less
Attraction type  Waterfalls
Distance  29.1 km from city centre
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La Mina Falls
Ollie #6 of 15 attractions in El Yunque National Forest
4.5 of 5 stars 66 reviews
Be sure to leap into the cool waters at the base of this 35-foot cascade.
Attraction type  Waterfalls
Distance  1.8 km from city centre
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Caribbean Trading Company Store
Ollie #7 of 15 attractions in El Yunque National Forest
4.5 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Owner description: On your way to El Yunque. Discover the treasures of the Caribbean and Puerto Rico! Caribbean Spices & Sauces, Fresh Puerto Rican Coffee, Fine Premium...... more » Owner description: On your way to El Yunque. Discover the treasures of the Caribbean and Puerto Rico! Caribbean Spices & Sauces, Fresh Puerto Rican Coffee, Fine Premium Cigars, Nautical & Tropical Gifts, Exquisite Gift Baskets « less
Attraction type  Shops
Distance  6.5 km from city centre
El Portal Tropical Forest Center
Ollie #8 of 15 attractions in El Yunque National Forest
4.5 of 5 stars 25 reviews
Learn all about rainforests here, at this education center in El Yunque Rainforest.
Attraction type  Museums
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Luquillo Beach
As featured in 3 days in San Juan
Ollie #9 of 15 attractions in El Yunque National Forest
4 of 5 stars 99 reviews
Owner description: Balneario Monserrate, often referred to simply as Luquillo Beach, is a long cresent of fine sand, with plenty of mature palm trees for shade, and El...... more » Owner description: Balneario Monserrate, often referred to simply as Luquillo Beach, is a long cresent of fine sand, with plenty of mature palm trees for shade, and El Yunque National Forest in the background. Due to a fringing reef, there are no waves to speak of, so it's a perfect beach for young kids. The beach has some food kiosks, restrooms, changing rooms, showers, and lifeguards. There is a small fee to park in the gated parking area. « less
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  9.9 km from city centre
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The Mine Trail (La Mina)
Ollie #10 of 15 attractions in El Yunque National Forest
4.5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
An extension of Big Tree Trail, this rainforest trek passes by a waterfall and gold mine.
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
Distance  1.8 km from city centre
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Big Tree Trail
Ollie #11 of 15 attractions in El Yunque National Forest
4.5 of 5 stars 15 reviews
This short, memorable and popular walk is the best way to experience the rainforest.
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
Distance  1.3 km from city centre
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El Toro Peak
Ollie #12 of 15 attractions in El Yunque National Forest
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Take the difficult 4-hour Trade Winds Trail all the way to El Toro Peak, which is the second-highest peak in Puerto Rico.
Attraction type  Mountains
Distance  29.1 km from city centre
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Luquillo Mountain Range
Ollie #13 of 15 attractions in El Yunque National Forest
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
The gem of this range is El Yunque, the 3500-foot peak renowned for its hiking trails and other outdoor activities.
Attraction type  Mountains
Distance  105.7 km from city centre
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Westin Rio Mar Golf Club
Ollie #14 of 15 attractions in El Yunque National Forest
4 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  8.7 km from city centre
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Mandara Spa at the Westin Rio Mar Beach Resort
Ollie #15 of 15 attractions in El Yunque National Forest
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  9.1 km from city centre
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