Río Piedras
San Juan
Visit Río Piedras
Popular places to visit
Port of San Juan
Explore the waterfront in San Juan with a trip to Port of San Juan. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
Luquillo Beach
Sample local street food or doze under a palm tree on this picturesque stretch of coast.
Condado Beach
This beach within the bustling city of San Juan is the perfect place to relax for a few hours.
Dorado Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Dorado Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to San Juan. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Escambron Beach
Swim in calm waters among colorful fish at a picturesque beach that is regularly voted one of the best in Puerto Rico.
Carolina Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Carolina Beach during your travels in San Juan? Amble around this romantic area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Snorkel with Turtles, San Juan with Videos
FlyDining: 4 Course Sunset & City Light Dinner Over Old San Juan
Puerto Rico: The Beast Zipline at Toro Verde Adventure Park
El Yunque Waterslide and Waterfall beach Tour with Food n Photos
El Yunque Rainforest Guided Hiking Tour
Best of Old San Juan Walking Tour with El Morro Entry
Top hotels in Río Piedras
Hotel Nest
Clean room with basic necessities covered. Friendly staff. AC runs well. Continental breakfast with good variety. Parking availability is one of the best features due to location. Across the street is one of the Tren Urbano stations.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Caribe Hilton
Pools and grounds are gorgeous. The whole place has a beautiful resort feel. Ocean view is the best on the north shore—crashing surf on two sides and calm swimming lagoon to the west.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado
This property does not have an indoor restaurant. They don't have many options for breakfast either (no bagels, croissants, pastries) and the only toast is what seemed to be a bun that they split in half and buttered. In addition, while the beach is beautiful, it is not a swimming beach. When we ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection
Very courteous staff, great food! Little pricey but it was an amazing experience. Just a little side note ***additional charges of over 72$/day for resort fees. We didn’t realize and I am not thrilled about with Expedia.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
The Royal Sonesta San Juan
This is my second time staying here and it was a spectacular experience once again. Staff is very friendly and helpful!
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Fairmont El San Juan Hotel
Fantastic experience in every way!
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Río Piedras
Hato Rey Norte
You might enjoy the restaurants while in Hato Rey Norte. Plaza las Americas is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Roosevelt Station or Hato Rey Station to see more of the city.
Isla Verde
Visitors to Isla Verde rave about its stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and first-class casinos. You might also want to make some time to see Carolina Beach or Isla Verde Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Sabana Abajo
If you're spending some time in Sabana Abajo, Plaza Carolina and Carolina Children's Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Santurce
While you're in Santurce, take in top sights like Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort and jump on the metro at Sacred Heart Station to see more of the city.
Cangrejo Arriba
If you're spending some time in Cangrejo Arriba, Balneario de Carolina and Isla Verde Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Ocean Park
Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Calle Loiza and Playa Ocean Park.
