Quick Summary: There are plenty of beautiful beaches all around Puerto Rico, but you don’t need to go far from San Juan to find some of the very best locations. The city is a thriving, lively hub of activity, filled with stores, eateries, hotels, bars, and fascinating historic locations, so it’s the perfect place to base yourself for a Puerto Rican beach vacation. In order to help you find the best beaches around San Juan, take a look at our beach guide.


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Ocean Park Beach

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El Escambron, Puerto Rico

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Playa Condado, Puerto Rico

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La Playita del Condado

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Playa Pena

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Isla Verde Public Beach

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Isla de Cabras

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More About San Juan, Puerto Rico Beaches

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