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Offered in: English
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
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Overview
Uncover the history of Bacardi, the world’s most famous spirits company, on this half-day tour of Casa Bacardi, and a visit to historic Old San Juan. Step inside the world’s largest rum distillery for a handcrafted cocktail and an interactive tour of the company’s history. Then move on to Old San Juan to see the San Cristobal Fort, plus panoramic views of San Juan Bay. Your visit also includes round-trip transportation from select San Juan hotels, entrance fees at the distillery and San Cristobal, and a souvenir cup.
- Half-day guided tour of Casa Bacardi and Old San Juan
- Visit the largest rum distillery in the world and take a trolley tour of its interactive history exhibit
- Admire the colonial architecture of Old San Juan and learn about its history from an informative guide
- Stop at San Cristobal Fort for a guided tour
- Cocktail, souvenir cup, and transport from select San Juan hotels included
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The tour starts with an afternoon pickup by minivan from select hotels in San Juan. Then proceed on to Cataño, the facility also known as Casa Bacardi. What is now the world’s largest rum distillery was founded in Cuba in 1862, before moving to Puerto Rico in 1936. Savor a handcrafted rum cocktail in the building’s pavilion before moving on to learn about the company history and distilling process.
Continue with an interactive exhibit detailing the lineage of this celebrated spirit brand and family-owned business. Check out a re-creation of the company’s original operation in Cuba, and admire artifacts and photos showcasing the brand’s unique heritage. Take a few minutes to sniff different varieties of rum before heading to the bottling plant for an overview of fermentation and production. Before you leave, peruse the gift shop for a few rum and Bacardi-themed souvenirs.
Next climb aboard your minivan to head to Old San Juan, a charming neighborhood first-settled by the Spanish in 1513. Listen to details of the area’s history while admiring the Capitol Building, bedecked in white marble, and the beautiful Moorish-inspired Casa de España.
Then take a look at La Muralla, a monster defensive wall nearly 20 feet (6m) thick and up to 60 feet (18m) tall, which was used by the Spanish to guard the city against invaders. Next move on to San Cristobal Fort, where you get out of the minivan to hear an overview from your guide about its unique layout and history defending the city.
End your tour with some time to shop among the cobblestone streets of Old San Juan, before your drop-off back at your San Juan hotel.
Continue with an interactive exhibit detailing the lineage of this celebrated spirit brand and family-owned business. Check out a re-creation of the company’s original operation in Cuba, and admire artifacts and photos showcasing the brand’s unique heritage. Take a few minutes to sniff different varieties of rum before heading to the bottling plant for an overview of fermentation and production. Before you leave, peruse the gift shop for a few rum and Bacardi-themed souvenirs.
Next climb aboard your minivan to head to Old San Juan, a charming neighborhood first-settled by the Spanish in 1513. Listen to details of the area’s history while admiring the Capitol Building, bedecked in white marble, and the beautiful Moorish-inspired Casa de España.
Then take a look at La Muralla, a monster defensive wall nearly 20 feet (6m) thick and up to 60 feet (18m) tall, which was used by the Spanish to guard the city against invaders. Next move on to San Cristobal Fort, where you get out of the minivan to hear an overview from your guide about its unique layout and history defending the city.
End your tour with some time to shop among the cobblestone streets of Old San Juan, before your drop-off back at your San Juan hotel.
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