Become a Virtual Tourist Member Today!  Sign Up for Free | Sign In
Puerto Rico Tourist Traps
Search:

Puerto Rico Tourist Traps


Tips and photos of Puerto Rico tourist attractions and tourist traps, posted by real travelers and Puerto Rico locals.
Map
Sort By:  Most Recent | Best Rated
I think I'm getting old
  • Tip Rating:
  • PA2AKgirl
  • Updated By PA2AKgirl on March 31, 2004
  • Puerto Rico Page by PA2AKgirl
  • The Bar and
    The Bar and "get drunk, fall
    down" sign
    by PA2AKgirl
    I stayed at the Wyndham in Old San Juan and my flight got in late. I thought we were going to experience Pinones, so I didn't eat all day. Because it was so late, all those little stands shut down and I was left with only a few choices. Kina suggested Senor Frogs because it was right behind my hotel. I had only been here for an hour, keep in mind, so even though I wasn't thrilled with the idea of going to a touristy place like Senor Frogs from my first PR meal, I went along with it. She was showing me around, afterall and I was very grateful for the company. I didn't know it was spring break still and I certainly didn't know that San Juan was a spring break destination. It was SO crowded and I felt out of place because I wasn't dressed like a whore (sorry) All I wanted was to eat but it ended up being this whole ordeal...we finally got served, I watched a lot of girls fall down drunk (which the sign at Senor Frogs states is perfectly acceptable) and after my flight, this is not the place I wanted to be in. I liked Senor Frogs in college, I suppose...but it's just not something I pictured when I pictured Old San Juan

    There's this drink...I can't remember what it is right now...a rum drink, but it also has about 6 other kinds of liquor in it. It will make you feel better. Also, just don't go in March.

    Kina assured me this place is pretty good when it's not spring break...more "ethnic" is what she said. I would have preferred that over the things we had to contend with.

    There are lots of other places to go. As soon as we ate, we got out of there.

    Leave a Comment

    Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful

    Visiting Puerto Rico?

    Read reviews about Puerto Rico Hotels

    Real Reviews from Real VirtualTourist Members.

    The Bacardi Rum tour!
  • Tip Rating:
  • jgemini65
  • Updated By jgemini65 on September 28, 2008
  • Puerto Rico Page by jgemini65
  • The Bacardi Bat! - Puerto Rico
    The Bacardi Bat!
    by jgemini65
    The Bacardi rum tour is a tourist trap...albeit, one that rewards you with 2 drinks of your choice! The ferry ride is free from San Juan and the tour is free! The only thing you pay for is the taxi ride from the dock to the plant...3.00 if you share with a few people! You can take a local bus for nearly nothing if you don't mind taking a tour of the city going the long way around!

    The tour is what it is! I was hoping to see the inner workings of the plant! No! Thats not what you get...you get a history lesson and 2 free drinks! Oh well...could be a lot worse!

    Leave a Comment

    Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    Loquillo
  • Tip Rating:
  • mudan
  • By mudan on March 17, 2003
  • Puerto Rico Page by mudan
  • Even though Loquillo beach is nice, I think it is overrated. There are lots of nice beaches around the island, the condado beach, the sunbay in Vieques, and beaches on the way from Fajardo to Ponce.

    Leave a Comment

    Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    Ponce Since most people who...
  • Tip Rating:
  • irinakats
  • By irinakats on September 8, 2002
  • Puerto Rico Page by irinakats
  • Puerto Rico Tourist Traps
    by irinakats
    Ponce
    Since most people who come to Puerto Rico visit San Juan, Ponce is too far away, and is not worth the trip. As compared to the beauty of San Juan, or the multitude of beaches and parks this island has to offer, Ponce does not measure up. I think it's only listed in the guide books because of its' size. The best part of Ponce was the drive from it, because we took the scenic mountain road (see tip).

    Leave a Comment

    Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    Arecibo This a large...
  • Tip Rating:
  • irinakats
  • By irinakats on September 8, 2002
  • Puerto Rico Page by irinakats
  • Puerto Rico Tourist Traps
    by irinakats
    Arecibo
    This a large observatory run by Columbia University, located in Northern Puerto Rico. If you like techie stuff, or just enjoy observatories, come on in- but otherwise I don't recommend it. There is an intersting museum that goes with it- bit it's not worth your time.

    Leave a Comment

    Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful

    Visiting Puerto Rico?

    Read reviews about Puerto Rico Hotels

    Real Reviews from Real VirtualTourist Members.

    the old town can be pretty...
  • Tip Rating:
  • ddgarza
  • By ddgarza on September 8, 2002
  • Puerto Rico Page by ddgarza
  • Puerto Rico Tourist Traps
    by ddgarza
    the old town can be pretty expensive, but what can you do about it ?

    it cost me $5 bucks ----> just to get this lady to take a konky ride on my azz...

    Leave a Comment

    Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    Some of the super hotels are...
  • Tip Rating:
  • Chuckheb
  • By Chuckheb on August 26, 2002
  • Puerto Rico Page by Chuckheb
  • Some of the super hotels are really nice but man are they super-pricey $200-500/nt. If thats your thing ok, othewise call the paradores listed in the guidebooks or find a guest house.

    Leave a Comment

    Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    Avoid eating at fancy...
  • Tip Rating:
  • By jujuking on August 26, 2002
  • Puerto Rico Page by jujuking
  • Avoid eating at fancy restaurants that are mainly for tourists (the locals would be loca to pay such fee for a meal). My friends and I walked around to find a local restuarant and we walked for awhile despite starvation. We found this great little place (alas, I don't remember the name. Lesson learned - bring a note pad and write things down!). We learend that even at these local eateries, most of the servers speak some English so venture out and try the local cuisine. Your wallet as well as your mouth will be happy.

    Leave a Comment

    Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    There's a lot of drug addicts...
  • Tip Rating:
  • frir
  • Updated By frir on August 26, 2002
  • Puerto Rico Page by frir
  • Puerto Rico Tourist Traps
    by frir
    There's a lot of drug addicts begging for money around the streets or at the traffic lights, DO NOT GIVE THEM MONEY!!! they are nasty!! but not everything is bad!! here's a picture of me windsurfing at Punta las Marias!!!

    Leave a Comment

    Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    You must be very careful when...
  • Tip Rating:
  • fiamma
  • Updated By fiamma on August 26, 2002
  • Puerto Rico Page by fiamma
  • You must be very careful when driving. You can suddenly fall in a crater...I mean, in a dramatic hole. You can also check addresses and directions very well...because here is always so many new constructions, street and avenues can change as fast as a blink of an eye. And last thing about driving rules...when light turns green...you should look carefully before starting to move again.

    Leave a Comment

    Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    More Puerto Rico Tips
    Overview
     
    Hotels and Accommodations
    Tips: 136 - Photos: 124
    Things To Do
    Tips: 333 - Photos: 403
    Nightlife
    Tips: 52 - Photos: 29
    Transportation
    Tips: 88 - Photos: 37
    Restaurants
    Tips: 132 - Photos: 81
    Shopping
    Tips: 15 - Photos: 9
    Off the Beaten Path
    Tips: 136 - Photos: 191
    Tourist Traps
    Tips: 36 - Photos: 15
    Warnings or Dangers
    Tips: 59 - Photos: 24
    Local Customs
    Tips: 56 - Photos: 37
    Packing Lists
    Tips: 30 - Photos: 10
    Sports Travel
    Tips: 6 - Photos: 4
    General Tips
    Tips: 165 - Photos: 128

    Best Puerto Rico Travel Deals

    Costa Rica Ten Days $995
    Fun, first class escorted tour All Inclusive with meals,activities

    San Juan Specials
    $399* Puerto Rico Getaways, Book Now & Receive $100 Instant Savings!

    Hotel Deals
    Great Hotel Deals & Packages at Marriott's Official Site. Book Now.

    Hotels Cheap
    Save up to 50% on Hotels and Now Get Our Best Price Guarantee.

    Resort Puerto Rico
    Luxury Puerto Rico Resort From $125 Per Night. Book Online Now!

    Sponsored Links

    More Puerto Rico Travel Deals

    The Gallery Inn
    Great Views Included. Stay In a charming San Juan B&B. Book Now!

    The Ritz-Carlton San Juan
    Book 4 Nights, Pay For Only 3 Starting at Just $269 per Night!

    Courtyard by Marriott
    Isla Verde Beach Resort and Casino On-Line Specials. Official Site.

    Sponsored Links

    Puerto Rico Hotels





    About VirtualTourist |  10 Great Things to Do On VirtualTourist |  Contact Us |  Press Center |  Help |  User Agreement |  Privacy Statement
    Virtual Tourist® ©1994-2009 VirtualTourist.com, Inc. All Rights Reserved.