About Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico is in Caribbean. Its capital is San Juan, the main languages are Spanish and English and the currency is the United States dollar (USD). The most comfortable time to visit is generally all year round.
Must-see sights in Puerto Rico
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Old San Juan
Historic · San JuanThe historic quarter on a small island, with blue cobblestone streets and pastel colonial buildings. Explore its plazas, churches, shops and restaurants on foot, ideally in the cooler morning hours.
Best time to visit Puerto Rico
Based on recent weather records, the most comfortable months for sightseeing in Puerto Rico are all year round.
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Know before you go
- Currency
- United States dollar (USD)
- Languages
- Spanish, English
- Capital
- San Juan
- Calling code
- +1
- Driving
- On the right
- Time zone
- America/Puerto_RicoUTC−4
Upcoming public holidays in Puerto Rico
- Veterans DayDía del Veterano / Día del Armisticio
- Discovery of Puerto RicoDía del Descubrimiento de Puerto Rico
- Thanksgiving DayDía de Acción de Gracias
- Christmas EveNoche Buena
- Christmas DayNavidad
- New Year's DayDía de Año Nuevo
Banks, offices and some attractions may close on public holidays, and flights and hotels often fill up early around them.
Check visa requirementsGetting to Puerto Rico
The closest airports to the most popular destinations in Puerto Rico.
- SJU Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport8 mi from San Juan
Puerto Rico travel FAQ
What are the best places to visit in Puerto Rico?
Our Puerto Rico travel guide covers San Juan, with places to visit, things to do, where to stay and the best time to go.
When is the best time to visit Puerto Rico?
The most comfortable time to visit Puerto Rico is all year round.
Which airports should I fly into for Puerto Rico?
Main airports for popular Puerto Rico destinations include Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) for San Juan.
What are the must-see sights in Puerto Rico?
Highlights include Old San Juan in San Juan.
What currency is used in Puerto Rico?
Puerto Rico uses the United States dollar (USD).
What language is spoken in Puerto Rico?
The official languages of Puerto Rico are Spanish and English.
What is the capital of Puerto Rico?
The capital of Puerto Rico is San Juan.
What time zone is Puerto Rico in?
Puerto Rico uses the America/Puerto_Rico (UTC−4) time zone.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Puerto Rico?
Traffic in Puerto Rico drives on the right. The international calling code is +1.
What are the upcoming public holidays in Puerto Rico?
Upcoming public holidays include Veterans Day on 11 November 2026, Discovery of Puerto Rico on 19 November 2026 and Thanksgiving Day on 26 November 2026. Flights and hotels often fill up early around holidays.
Do I need a visa to visit Puerto Rico?
Visa rules for Puerto Rico depend on your nationality, passport and the length and purpose of your trip. Check our visa requirements page or contact our travel experts before you book.