based on 28 experiences from female travelers
Hannah
United States
I absolutely loved San Juan!! I felt completely safe walking around the city, even at night. Old San Juan is really cool but there are a lot of touristy shops. I recommend La Factoria for a cool bar vibe. The locals are super friendly as long as you speak some Spanish! Also the men are so respectful from what I experienced and did not feel unsafe with them at all.
Posted: September 9, 2025San Juan was fantastic!!!! I loved the beach, the street food & the excursions my friends & I got to do. We had done midnight kayaking, ATV riding & clubbed at La Placita!!! I would definitely go back, only thing to watch for is Old San Juan, super dangerous & do NOT take pictures from above when on (New) San Juan streets as they have gun/gang violence down below!
Posted: June 18, 2025Experienced: March, 2023Alastair
United States
Spent the day in Rincón with my new friend! We got Mexican food at Vatos Locos Taqueria (delicious and affordable) and acaí bowls and the beach was beautiful and the water was warm! Highly recommend Rincón, hoping to visit again tomorrow :)
Posted: January 25, 2025Experienced: January, 2025I stayed in several areas of Puerto Rico; from Rio Grande (near El Yunque, one of the world’s largest rainforests), Old San Juan, Miramar, Condado, Rio Piedras to Carolina. My favorite area out of all was Rio Grande-I stayed behind Coco Beach Reserve, which has a PGA Golf course. Puerto Rico overall is absolutely gorgeous, many beaches around and amazing stuff to do and see. However, the food is on the bland side (at least for me) but freshness is usually top tier. I prefer shopping and cooking at home. It is quite expensive-expect to spend anywhere from $50 and up a meal. Ubers are inexpensive if you’re in an area you can get a ride. Otherwise, you’ll need to rent a car-that and gas can add up quickly. People are generally friendly and helpful. I never once felt unsafe or worried; again use common sense when traveling and do listen to the locals about where and where not to go. I think everyone should visit at least once, given the opportunity.
Posted: August 26, 2024Monica
United States
The Condado area felt very safe. We stayed at an Airbnb on the beach. It was nice but my son got bed bugs from the sofa bed. I would recommend renting a car. We went to Old San Juan which was beautiful and renting jet skis. We went to sit down restaurants throughout the trip and it got very expensive. Food is overpriced.
Posted: August 20, 2024Based on 12 local experiences
Based on 12 local experiences
Brandy
I felt completely safe in Puerto Rico. I stayed in the city where Ubers are easily accessible. I can speak on the public transportation but I spoke with someone who said it was fairly easy to navigate from the city to old San Juan. I drove while I was out there as well and although I was nervous at first, it wasn’t bad at all.
Posted: September 29, 2025