9 days in Puerto Rico Itinerary

Founded by the Spanish in 1521, San Juan is the oldest city under U.S.

Old San Juan and San Juan National Historic Site will appeal to history buffs. Get in touch with nature at El Yunque Rain Forest and Luquillo Beach. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around San Juan: Caribbean Trading Company Store (in Palmer) and Puerto Rico Premium Outlets (in Barceloneta). And it doesn't end there: buy something for everyone on your list at Plaza Las Américas, stroll through Condado Beach, look for gifts at Spicy Caribbee, and ponder the world of politics at The Capitol of Puerto Rico.

For traveler tips, photos, maps, and tourist information, read San Juan attractions planning website .

Dallas, USA to San Juan is an approximately 9.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and car. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time (CST) to Atlantic Standard Time (AST), which is usually a 2 hour difference. When traveling from Dallas in August, plan for slightly colder days and about the same nights in San Juan: temperatures range from 89°F by day to 78°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Culebra.

With much of Culebra a nature refuge, the tropical island has been protected from overdevelopment, chain hotels, and the cruise set.

Kick off your visit on the 12th (Sun): enjoy the sea views from Culebrita Lighthouse and then enjoy the sand and surf at Flamenco Beach. Here are some ideas for day two: kick back and relax at Playa Punta Soldado Beach and then enjoy the sand and surf at Zoni Beach.

To find more things to do, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Culebra visit planner .

Culebra is very close to San Juan. August in Culebra sees daily highs of 88°F and lows of 78°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Mon) so you can travel back home.