Self-Guided Podcast Tour: The Uprising and the Soul of San Juan

Puerto Rico
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Duration1h 19m
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LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 99 travelers

Overview

Step beyond the pristine beaches and colonial facades to discover the beating heart of modern Puerto Rico. This immersive journey takes you through the streets of San Juan to uncover a powerful narrative of resilience, resistance, and identity. From a mourning flag painted on a historic door to the epicenter of a revolution that ousted a governor, you'll explore how art, intersectional activism, and hyper-local community organizing are shaping the island's future. Join us to hear the voices of the people who refuse to be erased.

- A 2.9 km self-guided tour with 4 stops over 79 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in Power, Protest and Civic Spaces and Identity, Migration and Globalization
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

What's included

  • Verified facts woven into an engaging story
  • Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
  • Precise navigation between the stops
  • Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals

What to expect

  1. 10m
    A historic door painted in the black and white of the Puerto Rican resistance flag, symbolizing mourning and defiance against economic colonialism.
  2. 10m
    the epicenter of the 'Verano del 19' protests, unofficially renamed Calle Resistencia after citizens successfully ousted the governor.
  3. 10m
    The grand neoclassical State Capitol, which serves as the primary stage for intersectional civic protests, including massive demonstrations for gender equality.
  4. 10m
    A working-class neighborhood fighting severe gentrification through grassroots organizing and powerful murals declaring 'Aquí Vive Gente' (People Live Here).

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

From San Juan's main station, take local public transport toward La Puerta de la Bandera. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes to La Puerta de la Bandera, San Juan, United States. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.

End point

From Brigada Puerta de Tierra (Aquí Vive Gente Mural), walk to the nearest public transport stop and travel back to San Juan's main station. The departure point is Brigada Puerta de Tierra (Aquí Vive Gente Mural), San Juan, United States. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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