Puerto Rico's Prettiest PlacesPuerto Rico may be one of the most photographable places on the planet! Here are some amazing feed-worthy places to add to your trip.AuthorsSteller
DestinationsPuerto RicoItinerary

San Juan

Castillo San Felipe del Morro
Get here right when they open (9 a.m.) to avoid the crowds. You'll have the place practically to yourself.
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Calle de la Fortaleza
Old San Juan is possibly one of the most colorful cities in the world! This street (aka "umbrella street" or "flag street") is an absolute must-visit. Tip: Take an Uber or walk because parking is hard to find.
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Private Old San Juan Photography
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Hotel El Convento
This charming luxury hotel was originally a 17th-century monastery. Stay here or, at the very least, enjoy their incredible restaurant or bar. They also have a really cool rooftop pool with incredible views.
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Patio del Níspero
You can eat at Hotel el Convento even if you aren't staying there. The restaurant is perfect for a romantic dinner.
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Panadería Mallorca
You cannot leave PR without trying a mallorca, a traditional sweet bread that's sprinkled with powdered sugar. This bakery uses it to make sandwiches that people rave about.
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Cementerio Santa María Magdalena de Pazzis
This oceanfront cemetery is known as one of the most beautiful in the world.
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Condal Tapas Restaurant & Rooftop Lounge
Get tapas here and sit on the rooftop for beautiful views.
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Balneario del Escambrón
A popular beach in San Juan...and the most picturesque.
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Vieques

Bahía Bioluminiscente (Mosquito Bay)
Take the ferry from Ceiba to Vieques to see this incredible phenomenon. You can also find quick flights on a small plane from Luis Munoz Marin airport or Isla Grande airport. Tip: the best time to see the bioluminescent bay is right after a new moon.
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Black Sand Beach
This rare beach is made up of volcanic black sand.
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Playa La Chiva
Diamond-dust sand and sparkling blue water!
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Bioluminescent Bay Kayak Trip from Vieques
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Sun Bay Beach
Vieques trendiest beach.
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Casa de Amistad
Just in case you want to stay longer on Vieques!
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El Yunque

El Yunque National Forest
The gorgeous El Yunque is the only tropical rainforest in the US. It's also a sacred place in Puerto Rican culture. Entrance into the forest is free, but is first-come, first-served, so arrive early.
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Cascada La Coca
Take the La Coca Trail to this beautiful waterfall. But be prepared for some tough climbs and lots of mud.
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Torre Mount Britton Trailhead
This 45-minute hike is worth it for the views among the clouds at the top!
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Quebrada Juan Diego
The falls have a beautiful natural pool and is a super easy walk from the parking lot to see.
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Torre Yokahú
You can climb up this 69-foot-tall water tower for beautiful views of four different types of forests. On a clear day, you can see 10 miles to the Virgin Islands! As always, arrive early!
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Small-Group El Yunque Waterslide Adventure & transportation
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Beaches & Bio Bays

Centro Interpretativo Las Salinas
Cabo Rojo is home to the pink lakes in PR. (Spoiler alert: The lakes are actually salt flats covered with water that has brine shrimp in it.)
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Playa de Fajardo
Fajardo is the best place to go for water sports in PR!
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Laguna Grande
Fajardo's bioluminescent bay!
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Seven Seas Beach
Fajardo's most popular beach is Seven Seas and is a great place for snorkeling.
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La Zanja Natural
A photo feed-worthy spot for sure, "The Ditch" is a unique natural pool created by ocean waves. It's about a 30-minute hike from Seven Seas to get here.
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Playa Colora
A bit of a hidden gem with some hiking required. Known for its red-colored sand.
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Playa Escondida
Another off-the-beaten-path beach you'll have to hike to, but the beautiful mangroves and golden sand are worth it.
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Isla Palominos
Great for snorkeling. You'll need to join a tour to get here.
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Cayo Icacos
Crystalline water and diamond-dust sand make this a stunning place. Book a catamaran day trip or a water taxi in advance to get to this uninhabited island.
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Icacos Island Catamaran Day Sail from Fajardo
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Domes Beach
The best spot for surfers or whale-watching.
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Playa El Combate Beach
A paradise for divers thanks to its large-scale reefs.
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Playa Tortuga
Only accessible by boat or seaplane, this is an incredible place to see green turtles while snorkeling.
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Culebra Snorkel and Turtle Adventure with Transport
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La Parguera Natural Reserve
The only bio bay in PR you can swim in!
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