Plaza de Armas
Plaza de Armas
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The original Old San Juan town square is a good spot to orient yourself as you begin your tour of this charming area.
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ROCruiser
Claremont, CA4,538 contributions
Nov 2019
We came out of the Marshall's and found the Plaza de Armas right outside. There were lots of people enjoying the afternoon there. A human statue was performing near the fountain making it even more enjoyable. This is a big town square more active than the Plaza de Colon on the other side of town.
Written 23 March 2020
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BenG
Lancaster, MA47 contributions
Jul 2021
We visited during the 500yr celebration of san juan. Lotsa live music. Nice opened plaza. Has 4 statues representing the 4 seasons, also tite curet the most prolific salsa writer(over 2000) songs lived on that street and now there is a brass statue of him sitting in one of the bencvhes. City hall is there. Also Puertorico Farmacy is a blue colored building , just on the corner of the plaza over 200 yrs in existence. There you can find, meds, crinkets, fine lladro figurines, coffee, etc, a must visit. The Plaza de armas is a place you must not miss while in Old San juan.
Written 15 September 2021
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jehenson81
Washington DC, DC25,947 contributions
Nov 2021 • Solo
I walked through this plaza many times during my visit to Old San Juan, but one day, two separate times, a swarm of pigeons flew right at me (I screamed like a little girl). Besides that, it is mainly a large open area with a fountain. The fountain is covered by a Christmas tree, but you can still see the four seasons statues that surround it. It is a great place to sit and people watch.
Written 11 November 2021
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sanju_222323
New Jersey17,707 contributions
Feb 2022
The Plaza de Armas of San Juan is one of the main squares in San Juan, which was designed to serve as the original main square for the city. it dates back to Spanish colonial times, One side of the plaza, you'll find San Juan's official town hall building, and on another the Puerto Rico Department of State.
like any famous square, street performances, local food stalls, everything is here.
To better enjoy the Plaza de Armas, grab a coffee and a Puerto Rican pastry from any of the local spots and grab a sit in any of the public benches. also, you won't find wendy in the new avatar anywhere else.
like any famous square, street performances, local food stalls, everything is here.
To better enjoy the Plaza de Armas, grab a coffee and a Puerto Rican pastry from any of the local spots and grab a sit in any of the public benches. also, you won't find wendy in the new avatar anywhere else.
Written 11 March 2022
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jennipenny28
Delaware9 contributions
Jul 2022
We loved visiting the plaza. There are more "locals" here and greater opportunities to practice speaking Spanish. There is a pharmacy and a little grocery store if you need to stock up on supplies. Bring a mask if you plan to enter the pharmacy.
Written 24 July 2022
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psudino
Weehawken, NJ4,490 contributions
Mar 2023 • Family
When I think of an old European city and the town centered around Main Plaza this is it. Surrounding this Plaza are shops and restaurants. People are Gathering here to either hang out or begin their adventures in the city. According to our tour guide lots of events take place in this Plaza. This is definitely the center beating heart of Viejo San Juan.
Written 20 January 2024
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BrakiWorldTraveler
Belgrade, Serbia20,003 contributions
Dec 2022
This is the central square in San Juan, like in many Latin American cities. In the middle is a nice fountain with several street performers and around state edifices with a beautiful Town Hall.
The square had a special appearance due to Christmas celebrations, specially at night. It also seems a popular place with locals who gather here.
The square had a special appearance due to Christmas celebrations, specially at night. It also seems a popular place with locals who gather here.
Written 2 February 2023
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David K
Charleston, WV186 contributions
Nov 2019
Interesting fountain in a nice centrally located city plaza. The four statues depict the four seasons. Nice place to pull up on a bench if you have time. Another fountain not on during my visit, sort of unusual.
Written 11 February 2020
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rduinc
Annapolis, MD2,133 contributions
Mar 2020
In a city with many wonderful plazas, this one stands out. It's a big space, about a city block long, surrounded by some beautiful buildings. There are several restaurant options here, along with a nice grocery store, a Marshall's if you can believe it, city hall, and some cute shops. In the evening it's a great place to hang out with an ice cream and people watch, and some evenings there is music and other entertainment. A must see in San Juan.
Written 14 March 2020
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Cameron M
Mobile, AL725 contributions
Feb 2020
We lucked out that no cruise ship were in that day. A thousand fewer tourist wandering and congesting the walks. Just sit on a bench with a cold drink and watch life happen by. There is a proper grocery store and a good minimart adjoining the plaza.
Written 7 March 2020
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