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El Morro (Castillo de San Felipe del Morro)

Norzagaray St | Old San Juan, San Juan 00901, Puerto Rico
787 729 6777
As featured in 3 days in San Juan and 1 other guide
Ranked #1 of 91 attractions in San Juan
4.5 of 5 stars 782 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Activities: Walking, City walk sightseeing, Group tours/walking tour
Owner description: Constructed to defend the San Juan coastline during the 17th and 18th centuries, this dramatic fortress rises 140 feet above the sea on a rocky...... more » Owner description: Constructed to defend the San Juan coastline during the 17th and 18th centuries, this dramatic fortress rises 140 feet above the sea on a rocky promontory, and is composed of six huge levels of ramps, barracks, dungeons, turrets, towers and tunnels. « less
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Greensboro, North Carolina
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

If ever in San Juan- this is a must see place! The history in this place is very rich. Well maintained property, Awesome scenic views. We even spotted an iguana just roaming the premises! More

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Va Beach
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19 reviews 19 reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Inexpensive site to visit, offers great views. Just blocks from Hotel El Convento. More

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Merced, California
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Nice walk and beautiful location; the price is right ($3 when we were there) and one paid entrance fee gets yo in all sites for a week. More

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Bermuda
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Add this one to your to do list in old San Juan. We discovered just how important PR has been throughout history. The succinct and informative displays were excellent and the incredibly cheap $3 entrance fee worth every cent. We had a great afternoon wandering around the fort and imagining the events this great city has seen. More

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California City, California
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Excellent place to visit, incredible views and fantastic history More

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Jersey City, New Jersey
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

we came to both forts and it was worth it. expect to walk a bit as the walk from the entrance is far. also, if you are going to take the trolley - it is free and rec'd, make sure you time it as it runs but every so often. the view from el morro is beautiful. definitely a place... More

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Clarendon Hills, Illinois
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

El Morro has a rich history which you won't want to miss if you are a history buff. The views are BEAUTIFUL. Just make sure to bring some water. It is very hot and there is quite a bit of walking More

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Arlington, TX
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

The fort is beautiful. We had a blast exploring it. Definately come here when in OSJ. More

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Brooklyn, New York
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Amazing views! Great history! Lots of walking however there's something new to see on each level More

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Brooklyn, New York
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

be careful of the ghetto right beyond el morro. Nice view and very nicely kept lawn. More

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