Taste Old San Juan & La Perla: 4-Course Local Food & History Tour

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Earliest Date Available: September 17, 2026This experience is in high demand. Book now to lock in the next available date.

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Location

San Juan

Duration

3 hours

Group size

Max 12 guests

Accessibility

Stroller Accessible

Language

English

Location

San Juan

Duration

3 hours

Group size

Max 12 guests

Accessibility

Stroller Accessible

Language

English

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US$146.94 per guest

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Earliest Date Available: September 17, 2026This experience is in high demand. Book now to lock in the next available date.

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Food for HappinessFor every guest in your booking, we donate 10 meals to children around the world

Why book with byFood?

Japan's #1 food travel platform

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Earliest Date Available: September 17, 2026This experience is in high demand. Book now to lock in the next available date.

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Discover the real flavors and history of Puerto Rico on an authentic food walking tour through Old San Juan and the iconic community of La Perla. Led by a certified Puerto Rican guide, this small-group experience blends delicious local cuisine with the stories that shaped the island. As we explore the colorful streets of Old San Juan, you’ll learn about the Taíno, African, and Spanish influences behind Puerto Rican food. We’ll stop at locally owned spots to taste classics like mofongo, arroz con habichuelas, tostones, alcapurrias or empanadillas, and Puerto Rican coffee, paired with island drinks. The highlight of the tour is La Perla, the colorful oceanfront neighborhood known worldwide as the filming location of Despacito. Here we’ll dine at a local restaurant with stunning ocean views, walk along the malecón, and learn about the history of this resilient community. This experience supports local businesses while offering a deeper look at the real culture of Puerto Rico.

Meals

A traditional tasting of mofongo with amarillos, tostones, and rice and beans.

Alcoholic beverages

A piña colada, a mojito, and a pitorro shot or local beer (non-alcoholic options available).

Tea and coffee

100% Puerto Rican coffee or tea

Snacks

A tasting of classic Puerto Rican fritters including alcapurrias or empanadillas.

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Plaza de la Catedral

Begin the tour in the heart of Old San Juan at Plaza de la Catedral, one of the oldest and most historic plazas in the city. Here we’ll take a few minutes to introduce ourselves, get to know the group, and set the stage for the experience ahead. While surrounded by centuries-old architecture, you’ll learn about the origins of Old San Juan and the role this plaza has played in the city’s history.

Begin the tour in the heart of Old San Juan at Plaza de la Catedral, one of the oldest and most hist…

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Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista

Learn the history of catedral San Juan Bautista.

30 minutes · Admission Ticket Included

Hotel El Convento

Step inside the historic Hotel El Convento, a beautifully preserved former convent that dates back to the 1600s. Here we’ll visit a coffee shop and local food market located inside the hotel to enjoy Puerto Rican coffee while learning about the island’s agricultural traditions, including coffee, sugarcane, and tobacco.

Step inside the historic Hotel El Convento, a beautifully preserved former convent that dates back t…

30 minutes · Admission Ticket Included

La Rogativa

Stop at the famous La Rogativa sculpture overlooking San Juan Bay while discovering the stories behind Old San Juan’s defensive walls and harbor. From this scenic viewpoint you’ll see landmarks such as La Fortaleza, the governor’s residence and UNESCO World Heritage Site, Casa Blanca, the oldest structure in Old San Juan, and the Bacardí Rum Distillery across the bay. You’ll also enjoy beautiful views of the harbor and the distant Cordillera Central mountains, and may even spot the famous cats of Old San Juan.

Stop at the famous La Rogativa sculpture overlooking San Juan Bay while discovering the stories behi…

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Castillo San Felipe del Morro

As we make our way toward La Perla, we’ll pass by the famous Castillo San Felipe del Morro, one of the most iconic fortresses in the Caribbean and part of the San Juan National Historic Site. Along the walk you’ll enjoy views of the dramatic coastline and see other historic landmarks that help tell the story of Old San Juan.

As we make our way toward La Perla, we’ll pass by the famous Castillo San Felipe del Morro, one of t…

1 hour · Admission Ticket Free

La Perla

Visit the iconic oceanfront community of La Perla, located just outside the historic city walls. This is where we’ll enjoy our main Puerto Rican food tasting, dining at a beautiful local restaurant with views of the Atlantic Ocean. Taste traditional comida criolla such as mofongo while learning how Taíno, African, and Spanish influences shaped Puerto Rican cuisine. We’ll also walk along La Perla’s famous malecón, hear the story of this unique neighborhood, and see Old San Juan’s historic walls from a completely different perspective.

Visit the iconic oceanfront community of La Perla, located just outside the historic city walls. Thi…

30 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Calle de la Tanca

Stop on this lively street to taste traditional Puerto Rican fritters such as alcapurrias or empanadillas while enjoying a cold local beer and learning about the island’s vibrant street food culture.

Stop on this lively street to taste traditional Puerto Rican fritters such as alcapurrias or empanad…

30 minutes · Admission Ticket Included

Calle San Sebastian

End the tour on Calle San Sebastián, one of the most lively and historic streets in Old San Juan. Here we’ll wrap up the experience with a refreshing mojito, while learning about the famous Fiestas de la Calle San Sebastián, the largest cultural festival in the Caribbean.

End the tour on Calle San Sebastián, one of the most lively and historic streets in Old San Juan. He…

Meeting Point

Plaza de la Catedral, Catedral San Juan Antiguo San Juan, Puerto Rico, PR, 00901

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Plaza de la Catedral 153 Calle del Cristo San Juan, Puerto Rico Please meet your guide in Plaza de la Catedral, directly in front of the Cathedral of San Juan Bautista. Your guide will be waiting next to the large tree in the center of the plaza, wearing a gray shirt with the Bori Local Tours logo.

End Point

Calle San Sebastian, Calle de San Sebastián, Mercado San Juan Antiguo San Juan, Puerto Rico, PR, 00901

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End point: Calle San Sebastián San Juan, Puerto Rico The tour ends on Calle San Sebastián, one of the most vibrant streets in Old San Juan, where guests can continue exploring nearby bars, restaurants, and historic sites.

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H1808UNkarensSeptember 2026 • TripAdvisor

Local culture

Absolutely amazing tour! Loved the exposure to authentic places and the chance to have real, first-hand experiences with locals and the culture—not just the usual tourist spots. Mariana is super knowledgeable about the history and local culture, and everything felt thoughtful and authentic. I also loved that the tour supports sustainable tourism by involving local businesses. Highly recommend!

samop707August 2026 • TripAdvisor

Rediscovering Old San Juan and La Perla for my birthday

We were looking to learn some hidden history of Old San Juan and La Perla community while having fun to celebrate my birthday with a group of friends and family. Luis, our guide, was knowledgeable and charismatic. As locals, we were surprised of how much history we were missing. Pit stops for drinks and photo spots with amazing scenery while meeting local characters completed an unforgettable experience. Highly recommended!!

savannahd521July 2026 • TripAdvisor

Get to know PR through food and history

This was an amazing experience. The tour guides showed so much love, passion, and respect for the island’s history and culture that it made the tour exponentially better. Not only was the food great, the stories and history were enlightening. A walking tour might sound like a lot however, I have mobility problems and was able to complete the tour without issues. If you love to explore through food and history this is the tour for you. The highlight of the tour was visiting the area of La Perla.

943mamakJuly 2026 • TripAdvisor

Great Cultural Experience

I really enjoyed learning more and touring La Perla. It was very fascinating, educational, and cultural enriching tour Would definitely recommend to others. I enjoyed my time with our tour guides Luis and Eli.

Tomeka301July 2026 • TripAdvisor

Must do in PR!

Pebbles was amazing! I learned a lot. We received a lot of food. I have been on a lot of food tours and this was one of my favorites.