Guidebook for Peñuelas
Sightseeing
One of the last remaining dry tropical forests still intact in the world. Despite it's desert like heat and dryness it is home to hundreds of bird species. There are several trails to explore the area
29 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Bosque Estatal de Guánica
One of the last remaining dry tropical forests still intact in the world. Despite it's desert like heat and dryness it is home to hundreds of bird species. There are several trails to explore the area
A unique example of a cool, humid tropical forest high in the Southern Cordillera Central very similar to El Yunque Forest but more isolated and less developed. A moderate hike from the farm.
Bosque Estatal de Guilarte
A unique example of a cool, humid tropical forest high in the Southern Cordillera Central very similar to El Yunque Forest but more isolated and less developed. A moderate hike from the farm.
An impressive waterfall and swimming hole just off the main road in barrio jaguas.
7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Reserva Natural La Soplaera
Sec PanduraAn impressive waterfall and swimming hole just off the main road in barrio jaguas.
Tibes Indian Ceremonial Park
Puerto Rico 503Hacienda Buena Vista
Puerto Rico 123Arts & Culture
Located in the turn of the century portion of the city, you can get a feel for the former Ponce when sugar and coffee were king. Also near to the main plaza and decent restaurants.
13 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Museo de la Historia de Ponce
Calle IsabelLocated in the turn of the century portion of the city, you can get a feel for the former Ponce when sugar and coffee were king. Also near to the main plaza and decent restaurants.
A modest but interesting collection of local art, classical religious and modern. Pleasant cafe out back.
155 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Museo de Arte de Ponce
2325 Av. Las AméricasA modest but interesting collection of local art, classical religious and modern. Pleasant cafe out back.
Located on a hilltop overlooking the city----evokes the Ponceño culture when sugar/rum were king in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Interesting period architecture. Great view of the city.
Casa Serrallés
Calle SaludLocated on a hilltop overlooking the city----evokes the Ponceño culture when sugar/rum were king in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Interesting period architecture. Great view of the city.
Everything Else
One of the most beautiful and isolated beaches on the island. Well worth the journey to soak in the waves! Morning is best. There is a decent place to lunch just down the road--Copa Marina.
12 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Playa Tamarindo
PR-333One of the most beautiful and isolated beaches on the island. Well worth the journey to soak in the waves! Morning is best. There is a decent place to lunch just down the road--Copa Marina.
Drinks & Nightlife
Upscale resort that offers food, live music, dancing and special events from time to time. Check their web site for listings.
20 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Hilton Ponce Golf & Casino Resort
1150 Av. CaribeUpscale resort that offers food, live music, dancing and special events from time to time. Check their web site for listings.