Ultimate Old San Juan Food Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Old San Juan with a small, intimate group
- Skip the line at the place that invented piña coladas
- Enjoy locally grown Puerto Rican coffee with pastry
- Get insider tips from an expert local guide
- Convenient shore excursion for cruise ship guests
Full description
Wander deeper into the old city to a popular street vendor, where you’ll taste a crispy empanadilla stuffed with savory fillings. It’s emblematic of Puerto Rican frituras and a favorite on-the-go snack for locals.
Next, skip the long lines at the birthplace of the piña colada. In the very place this iconic cocktail was created, raise a glass to its tropical blend of pineapple, coconut, and rum.
Then, settle in at a family-run restaurant for lunch where you'll be served mofongo, Puerto Rico’s quintessential comfort dish. Mofongo is made with mash plantains, tender meat or vegetables. It's hearty, flavorful, and a must-try when in San Juan.
Afterwards, pause a frozen treat. You'll choice between a popsicle or sorbet in a variety of tropical flavors. This tiny shop has been serving frozen artisan treats for more than a decade and they source the fruit from local farmers right on the island.
Finally, end at a woman-owned, bean-to-bar chocolate shop. This decadent chocolate is made with locally grown cacao. Sip hot cocoa and try a slice of their homemade cake.
With a small group size of max 14 people and a local guide, you’ll not only eat well but connect with the stories, history, and people that make Old San Juan unforgettable.
Included / Excluded
- 8 tastings
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Local English-speaking guide
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour. This tour meets at Plaza de San José, next to Monumento Juan Ponce de León. Your guide will be holding a green bag and Walks sign.
Local cafe
Meeting point
Start Location
Plaza de San José, San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico
Plaza de San José, Plaza de San José, San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour. This tour meets at Plaza de San José, next to Monumento Juan Ponce de León. Your guide will be holding a red bag and Devour sign.
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is in English.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs, or strollers.
- This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarians, Pescatarians, Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women. If you have a dietary requirement or food allergy, please note it when booking.
- This tour is NOT suitable for Vegans, gluten free, celiac and dairy free.
- This tour covers a full meal.
Know before you go
- The tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs, or strollers.
- Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
- Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.
- This tour covers a full meal.
Cancellation policy
Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.
Additional information
Adult (15+)
Child (2-14)
Infant (0-1)
