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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Overview
Puerto Rico‘s story is one of conquest, occupation, and resistance. On this self-guided audio walking tour through San Juan‘s streets, we‘ll trace the evolution of Reggaetón from protest to mainstream music and bring the island‘s history to life. We‘ll follow this story starting with Puerto Rico‘s colonial roots at El Capitolio, the Capitol Building. From there, I‘ll introduce you to Reggaetón and show you several famous nightclubs which fostered some of the most renowned artists of this genre. I‘ll tell you how it was illegal to record, sell or play Reggaetón in radio stations across the island during the 90s. You‘ll have an opportunity to explore the famous La Perla neighborhood where our tour ends. You‘ll find out how the community has fought gentrification, hear about their strict ‘no photographs‘ policy, and see where the music video for Despacito was filmed.
What's included
Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
App for Android and iOS
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones
Transportation
Food and drink
Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
What to expect
Pass by
You'll begin at this impressive neoclassical building that houses Puerto Rico's legislative assembly. Explore the site where the island's colonial and political history converges, setting the stage for understanding Reggaetón's roots in resistance.
Pass by
You'll discover the statue of John the Baptist, the island's patron saint, standing prominently in this historic plaza. Marvel at the connection between the saint and San Juan's name while learning how religious and cultural identities shaped the island.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
This tour starts in front of El Capitolio. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
End point
La Perla
Additional information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
