Puerto Rico is a beautiful country with a warm, tropical climate, therefore, this country has many great beaches that are ready to welcome tourists all year long. These are some of the best beaches in Puerto Rico that will totally live up to your expectations.

Flamenco Beach
Clear skies above your head and warm, white sand beneath your feet are the way Flamenco beach will make you fall in love with it. This "postcard-ready" captivating beach is one of the world's top beaches. Ideal for swimming, unwinding, and simply beach-bumming, this location is the very reason visitors choose to venture outside the mainland.

La Playuela
This southwestern half-moon-shaped gem will leave you in awe of its breathtaking waters and scenery. It takes a little bit of hiking to get there, but you will see how magnificent its dramatic landscape is once you arrive. La Playuela is perfect for either a lazy day under the sun or an adventure exploring the astonishing surroundings.

La Monserrate
This heart-stirring beach – a popular choice because of its facilities – is preferred by families and large groups. Sometimes designated as a Blue Flag beach, the calm waves and low tides make it ideal for bringing kids around. The Balneario even has a camping and picnic designated area.

From picture-perfect views to sailing adventures, Puerto Rico’s stunning beaches offer a lot of fun watersports that you can do with your family and friends, including catching a wave, exploring underwater on a scuba diving or snorkeling adventure, etc.

Snorkeling
Snorkeling is the ultimate tropical vacation activity! From swimming with sea turtles – and sometimes even dolphins – to admiring different reefs and playful tropical fish, the waters surrounding Puerto Rico offer unique encounters in the ocean. Snorkeling tours in Puerto Rico are safe, so whether you are a first-timer or an experienced swimmer, you can enjoy your day underwater down on the island. Many people love going to the La Cordillera Nature Reserve for the best snorkeling experience.

Scuba Diving
Puerto Rico has hundreds of miles of shoreline and dozens of islets and cays, making it an exciting destination for scuba diving in the Caribbean. Therefore, whether you’re a first-timer or a dive master, you can’t miss the chance to scuba dive in Puerto Rico’s gorgeous turquoise waters. Crash Boat is an easy shore dive at one of the most beautiful beaches in Puerto Rico. There is an old navy pier that juts out right from the beach. Underneath it, there is a whole world of coral reefs, fish, and turtles for divers to discover, with minimal currents and great visibility.

Kayaking
If you ask any Puerto Rican, they’ll tell you that one of the best ways to explore the Island’s beaches, mangroves, and lagoons is to kayak through them. One special destination for kayakers on the Island is La Parguera and its mangroves – a cluster of tiny keys that are best explored with a paddle in hand. You will lose yourself amid the Caribbean’s natural beauty. Moreover, one of Puerto Rico’s most unique kayaking adventures is only available once the sun goes down. Those are the kayaking adventures in three bioluminescent bays in Fajardo (the biggest bio bay in Puerto Rico), Vieques, and Lajas.

Besides beautiful beaches that are perfect for water activities, Puerto Rico is also home to many rainforests, steep mountains, and spectacular scenery. Therefore, ziplining has become one of the new famous activities that both Puerto Rican and tourists from all over the world love. There are several companies spread across a handful of locations for you to choose from if you're interested in ziplining in Puerto Rico.

If you are courageous enough, try The Monster - the second-longest zipline in the world. This zipline will let you soar over the forest and enjoy some of the most breathtaking views of the island. This 1.5-mile-long zipline is set in Toro Verde Nature Adventure Park, an eco-park nestled in the mountains of Orocovis. Toro Verde, which happens to be the largest aerial park in the western hemisphere, boasts several ziplines and courses to challenge your fearless spirit.

Another memorable zipline adventure takes place in El Yunque, the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System. This zipline adventure will give you a chance to sail from tree to tree and from platform to platform until you reach the edge of the forest and back while embracing nature and exploring this unique location from a bird’s-eye view.

This might not come to mind when you think about this country, but Puerto Rico is home to some of the most beautiful golf courses you might see. Puerto Rico's stunning beaches and lush mountain views make golfing in this country one of the most exciting experiences ever. Moreover, there are golf courses all over the country! In this list, we'll name some of the best golf courses, from luxury properties on the north coast near historic San Juan, to an array of courses out west, down south, and on the east coast.

North Coast golf courses
TPC Dorado Beach is a golfer's dream come to life. With the jaw-dropping natural beauty surrounding each of the two 18-hole courses (East and Sugarcane), exceptional golf holes, and superlative customer service – the caddies are outstanding – the luxury golf experience is among the best in the world.

East Coast Golf Courses
The courses at Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Puerto Rico Golf & Beach Resort have crystal-clear views of the teal-colored ocean, making every round here mesmerizing. The 18-hole luxury course at El Conquistador Resort; and the 36-hole complex at Palmas Athletic Club, etc are also golf courses that golfers prefer in this area of Puerto Rico.

South Coast Golf Courses
On the South Coast, the Costa Caribe Golf & Country Club, which is part of the Hilton Ponce Golf & Casino Resort with swaying palms, a signature island green, and views of the surrounding mountains and ocean is a great place for any golfers.

West Coast Golf Courses
Puerto Rico’s west coast is a unique place, famous for its surf and laid-back beauty and vibe. It’s also memorable for its golf, thanks to Royal Isabela and Punta Borinquen. The former is a boutique luxury resort where the owners opted to put the golf course along the coastal cliffs instead of real estate, resulting in exquisite scenery and a wind-buffeted round filled with thrilling shot opportunities.

In Puerto Rico, there’s always a party nearby—even if it’s right on the beach or in the street! Nightlife in Puerto Rico ranges from buzzing hotel nightclubs to low-key beach bars to roadside food stands that transform into lively dance parties after dark that go on until the sun comes up. Therefore, if you ever have a chance to be in Puerto Rico, have some unforgettable memories from this country's amazing nightlife.

If you're a drinker, check out some great cocktail bars in San Juan. Their unique cocktails combine spices, tropical fruits, European bitters, and premium spirits, using techniques honed in international competitions and guest bartending gigs around the world. Come to the La Factoría - a must-visit bar that has been voted one of the top 50 bars in the world four years in a row. It is actually three bars in one, and each bar of La Factoría will give you unique experiences that you'll never forget. La Placita de Santurce — a traditional farmers market by day that becomes San Juan's hottest street party by night, complete with booming live music, great restaurants, and late-night bars is also a great spot for experiencing nightlife in Puerto Rico. When the sun goes down and the main building shutters its doors, the streets around La Placita come to life. Locals and visitors arrive in droves and music starts to play around every corner.

if you want to test your luck, check out some casinos in Puerto Rico. If you’re staying in San Juan, check out Casino del Mar inside La Concha Resort or Casino Metro at the Sheraton Puerto Rico Hotel & Casino (the option closest to the Convention Center). These are sure bets for gamblers of all experience levels. You’ll also find casinos on the west coast, such as the Tropical Casino inside the Holiday Inn Mayagüez, among others.

Almost every weekend, there is a festival or celebration around Puerto Rico. Festivals in this country are colorful and loud: live bands play, amusement park rides twirl, parades take over streets, and, of course, fried foods are enjoyed. Each festival is rooted in tradition, and often Catholic in origin. These are some of the biggest and most popular:

Fiesta de los Reyes Magos Festival
Along with Christmas and New Year's, the Epiphany on January 6th is also celebrated as part of the holiday season in Puerto Rico. People throw parades featuring locals and actors dressed as the Three Wise Men - important figures in Catholicism.

Carnaval Ponceño
This annual festival celebrated in February or March in the town of Ponce lasts a full week and ends the day before Ash Wednesday. Every day of the Carnaval features colorful parades and activities, with long-snouted vejigantes (a local folk character that wears a colorful papier-mâché mask and multicolor jumpsuit) taunting the crowd, the appearance of King Momo and the coronation of the Carnival Queen, a masquerade ball, and finally the Burial of the Sardine, a simulated funeral marking the beginning of Lent.

Festival de la Piña Paradisíaca
The "Pineapple Festival" is celebrated every year in May or June in La Parguera. The festival features vendors selling locally grown pineapples and dozens of local agricultural products and fried foods while local bands liven up the evening.

Being a country with festivals all year long, it's no surprise that Puerto Rico is also the land of rhythm. In Puerto Rico, there's music playing on every street, and where there's music playing, there are probably people dancing. Dance and music are truly essential when describing the energy and vibrancy of Puerto Rico! Most dance styles are synced to a specific rhythm and genre, and the music usually shares the same name. These are the most famous and noticeable styles of music and dancing that you might find in Puerto Rico:

Bomba - an Afro-Caribbean rhythm played by two or more drums guided by the dancer's feet. It is best described as a dialogue between a dancer and a drummer where the dancer approaches the musicians with steps called piquetes that shape a rhythmic discourse; Plena - a rhythm that is heard throughout the Island year-round. The plena's beat is played in a 2/4 time with differently sized and tuned hand-held drums called panderos. Plena is usually choreographed in pairs, with couples facing each other; Reggaetón - the genre that was born on the Island, influenced by hip-hop, Latin American, and Caribbean music. The dance associated with this “underground” or urban movement is called perreo, meaning “doggie,” and its sensual moves center on grinding with a partner facing the back of the other.

And the one rhythm that nobody is unfamiliar with - the salsa. It is one of the most flavorful and spicy styles of music. This genre – which names literally translates into “sauce” – originated by the Puerto Rican community of New York and is a fusion of different rhythms and dances around the Caribbean. Salsa dancing incorporates fast footwork, turns, and hip-swaying over an eight-count time. Places with active nightlife like La Placita de Santurce or Calle Loíza have many hot spots where you can dance to this contagious rhythm every night!

There are many other styles of music and dancing in Puerto Rico. If you want to learn some moves, consider taking a dance class during your visit. If you're good at picking up dance styles, then just head straight to a party and have some friendly locals show you how it's done. Either way, you're going to have a great time while feeling the rhythm of Puerto Rico.

Whether your style is contemporary, classic, urban, or full of history, Puerto Rico has works of art that will inspire you with the island’s distinct interpretation of Caribbean culture. The country's vibrantly diverse art scene is shown in museums, architecture, and even random walls on random streets!

For a mix of old and new, the Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico in San Juan’s artsy Santurce neighborhood features sculptures, paintings, and articles that date back to the 17th and 18th centuries. The sculpture garden outside the museum rivals the beauty of the works inside, including a koi pond and peaceful, park-like green space in the middle of the city. This museum is as much an architectural masterpiece as it is a collection of art. You’ll find another Museo de Arte in the southern city of Ponce as well, which is filled with works from Europe and the Americas. More classical styles live alongside the works of local artists inspired by Spanish, African, and Taíno roots, which imbues every piece with a unique sense of place.

But Puerto Rico’s art goes far beyond the walls of museums. Visitors will stumble across art wherever they go – with hundreds of square feet of murals plastered on bridges, buildings, and even parking spaces. Thought and painted by local and international artists, these urban pieces tell the story of Puerto Rico from different and colorful perspectives. The street art trend has taken over the island, with large-scale murals popping up on every corner.

Puerto Rico’s vibrant local shopping scene encompasses everything from artisans making traditional handicrafts to young makers shaking up contemporary fashion and design. Whether you're looking for a vejigante mask, a hand-woven hammock, or a cute top and handmade jewelry, the island has entire streets, hidden shops, and annual festivals that are dedicated to only-in-Puerto Rico finds.

Old San Juan is a district of San Juan, Puerto Rico that is an islet, connected to the rest of (San Juan Metro) by 3 bridges at the southeast corner. This street is best for traditional crafts and artwork, with many shops selling woven hammocks and other home décor items, as well as ceramics, serigraphs, paintings, and sculptures, usually depicting scenes from the Old City or the countryside of Puerto Rico. Among the most popular souvenirs are vejigante masks, which come in two styles: the classic Loíza coconut masks and the Ponce papier-mâché version. One of the most visited shops is Shopconcalma, which sells many styles of handmade purses and bags, designed in collaboration with local artists using colorful fabrics and upcycled denim.

Puerto Rico has annual festivals and events that celebrate its craftspeople and makers. The Fiestas de la Calle San Sebastián is the biggest party in Old San Juan, and also the year's biggest gathering of artists and makers. The event takes over the Old City from Thursday to Sunday with parades, live bands, circus performers, dance troupes, workshops for kids, and hundreds of artisans in every square selling traditional folk art and other unique and colorful handmade pieces. The Timbiriche Design is another famous event. This annual fair is held by the Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Puerto Rico (MAC) in December, with local designers selling art pieces, homewares, jewelry, etc while local dance companies perform.