Taste Old San Juan & La Perla: 4-Course Local Food & History Tour
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee 100% Puerto Rican coffee or tea
- Snacks A tasting of classic Puerto Rican fritters including alcapurrias or empanadillas.
- 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).
Meeting Location
FV8J+7M3
San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
148 Calle de San Sebastián
San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico
End point: Calle San Sebastián San Juan, Puerto RicoThe 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.
What To Expect
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Plaza de la Catedral
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista (pass by)
Hotel El Convento
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Ostra Cosa
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Calle San Sebastian
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
La Perla
1 hour 20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Calle de la Tanca
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Castillo San Felipe del Morro (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Tea and coffee. 100% Puerto Rican coffee or tea.
- Snacks. A tasting of classic Puerto Rican fritters including alcapurrias or empanadillas.
- 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).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Taste Old San Juan & La Perla: 4-Course Local Food & History Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Taste Old San Juan & La Perla: 4-Course Local Food & History Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffee100% Puerto Rican coffee or tea
- SnacksA tasting of classic Puerto Rican fritters including alcapurrias or empanadillas.
- MealsA traditional tasting of mofongo with amarillos, tostones, and rice and beans.
- Alcoholic beveragesA piña colada, a mojito, and a pitorro shot or local beer (non-alcoholic options available).
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
