Diverse landscapes packed with natural beauty, the island boasts miles of green coastal bluffs that tumble onto golden sand beaches, verdant valleys laden with coffee and fruit trees, a tropical rainforest riddled with waterfalls, and bioluminescent waters teeming with life. A passionate and talented population produces art, music, and dance that is celebrated in the streets during festivals and parades, and in homes throughout holidays and religious occasions. A cultural riot of food and flavors reflects locally inspired dishes with a global twist.
There’s a wild side to Puerto Rico and adrenaline junkies will find rock climbing, mountain biking, surfing, diving, caving, spelunking, zip lining and rappelling. Risky pursuits lead to crisscrossing cascading rivers, jumping from rocky cliffs into cool water and clinging to slippery canyon walls. The central spine of mountains is a magnet for hikers, nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. A quieter side is found on little sister isles, Culebra and Vieques, where the easy pace of days gone by is captivating on its own.
3,515 square miles (9,104 square kilometers)
3.2 million
787, 939
Atlantic Standard Time (AST, UTC−04:00)
San Juan
Right
US Dollar (USD)
120V, 60Hz
Unincorporated U.S. territory
Spanish, English
Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU)