Things to do & places to visit in Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico

Cabo Rojo #17 destination in Puerto Rico 2023. The average rating score is 4.44 based on 2.165 traveler reviews, of 30 attractions. Timezone: America/Puerto_Rico, current date and time: Thursday, May 02, 2024, 23:53.

Top things to do (14)

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

5.0 Playa Villa La Mela (2 reviews)
- Beach time
Thursday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Beaches
Nice, quiet and not crowded beach. Good to have a relax time having natural beach air. It is like a private beach with cabbins and trailers that you can rent. See more..
5.0 Plaza Ramon Emeterio Betances (1 review)
- Quaint & Peaceful
Thursday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Parks

On the way to our next stop on the east side of PR, we decided to visit Cabo Rojo. It was quaint & peaceful. We drove around the town, went to the Farmers Market & Plaza Ramon Emeterio Betances. The plaza is well kept and surrounded with various pieces of their history. A group of people playing dominoes in one area. They’re friendly and eager to talk to the visitors and let us take their photos. They offered us empanadillas which we gladly accepted. There’s also a snack booth Kioskos de Dulce on the other end where we had a slushy and chat with one of the locals. We also checked out the lighthouse, Playa Sucia and the Salt Flats afterwards. Our visit to the Cabo Rojo area made us think that on our next visit to PR, we will plan a stay in the southwest corner of the island. See more..
5.0 Municipio Autónomo de Cabo Rojo (1 review)
- La Cuna de Betance!
Government Buildings

Growing up in this city bring me good memories! At the plaza with the shape of a big shell, and the beautiful garden! The Catholic Church, Betance Monument and the small shop where you could drink the coffee from Puerto Rico! See more..
5.0 Playa Villa La Mela (2 reviews)
- Beach time
Thursday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Beaches
Nice, quiet and not crowded beach. Good to have a relax time having natural beach air. It is like a private beach with cabbins and trailers that you can rent. See more..
5.0 Plaza Ramon Emeterio Betances (1 review)
- Quaint & Peaceful
Thursday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Parks

On the way to our next stop on the east side of PR, we decided to visit Cabo Rojo. It was quaint & peaceful. We drove around the town, went to the Farmers Market & Plaza Ramon Emeterio Betances. The plaza is well kept and surrounded with various pieces of their history. A group of people playing dominoes in one area. They’re friendly and eager to talk to the visitors and let us take their photos. They offered us empanadillas which we gladly accepted. There’s also a snack booth Kioskos de Dulce on the other end where we had a slushy and chat with one of the locals. We also checked out the lighthouse, Playa Sucia and the Salt Flats afterwards. Our visit to the Cabo Rojo area made us think that on our next visit to PR, we will plan a stay in the southwest corner of the island. See more..
5.0 Municipio Autónomo de Cabo Rojo (1 review)
- La Cuna de Betance!
Government Buildings

Growing up in this city bring me good memories! At the plaza with the shape of a big shell, and the beautiful garden! The Catholic Church, Betance Monument and the small shop where you could drink the coffee from Puerto Rico! See more..
4.5 Playa Sucia (923 reviews)
- Beautiful beach, but a trek to get to.
Thursday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Beaches

One of the island's most wild beaches. There is plenty of wilderness to explore complemented by breathtaking views. There are parking areas but they get full during the high season (summer) so make sure to get there early. Anytime before 9 am should be good. See more..
4.5 Faro Los Morrillos (397 reviews)
- Peaceful Early Morning
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Lighthouses

Early in the morning, I drove to Faro Los Morillos to avoid the crowds and enjoy the scenery. The dirt road had a few cyclists enjoying the day, too. Playuela Beach is a walking distance from the lighthouse. See more..
4.5 Playa Buyé (295 reviews)
- Loved this lively beach
Beaches

An immaculate and secluded beach in Cabo Rojo. See more..
4.5 Playa El Combate (115 reviews)
- Best beach to watch the sunset!
Thursday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Beaches

A Cabo Rojo beach with summertime concerts. See more..
4.5 Kiosco de Dulces Tipicoss (53 reviews)
- Lovely place
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Very nice coffe shop. Interesting sweets for sweet sweettooth. Special sandwich was tasty if you will add tomato it will be perfect! See more..
4.5 Cabo Rojo National Wildlife Refuge (52 reviews)
- A beautiful piece of nature and history ...
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas

Located in the coastal plain of southwestern Puerto Rico, this area is classified as a subtropical dry forest and known for its fabulous birdwatching opportunities. See more..
4.5 Isla de Ratones (40 reviews)
- A unique island!
Islands

The mice Island also known as pineapple island is a paradise island. Its crystal clear turquoise waters and give you the feeling of being in tro world. Here you can be full contact with the sea only hear the wind passing through the pine trees and the waves. It is a well relaxing to spend with family, couples or friends mansard! There are tables and chairs and gazebos where you can put your things. Area also has showers. This island is very beautiful with just 5 dollars you can get to it through www.Tourmarinepr.com the trip takes less than 5 minutes! You can bring coolers chairs. It is an excellent place to snorkel Is very small but giant in beautiful! See more..
4.5 Joyuda (28 reviews)
- Selectos Market - Cafe
Historic Sites • Neighborhoods

A small village billed as the islands seafood capital. See more..
4.5 Playa Sucia (923 reviews)
- Beautiful beach, but a trek to get to.
Thursday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Beaches

One of the island's most wild beaches. There is plenty of wilderness to explore complemented by breathtaking views. There are parking areas but they get full during the high season (summer) so make sure to get there early. Anytime before 9 am should be good. See more..
4.5 Faro Los Morrillos (397 reviews)
- Peaceful Early Morning
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Lighthouses

Early in the morning, I drove to Faro Los Morillos to avoid the crowds and enjoy the scenery. The dirt road had a few cyclists enjoying the day, too. Playuela Beach is a walking distance from the lighthouse. See more..
4.5 Playa Buyé (295 reviews)
- Loved this lively beach
Beaches

An immaculate and secluded beach in Cabo Rojo. See more..
4.5 Playa El Combate (115 reviews)
- Best beach to watch the sunset!
Thursday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Beaches

A Cabo Rojo beach with summertime concerts. See more..
4.5 Kiosco de Dulces Tipicoss (53 reviews)
- Lovely place
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Very nice coffe shop. Interesting sweets for sweet sweettooth. Special sandwich was tasty if you will add tomato it will be perfect! See more..
4.5 Cabo Rojo National Wildlife Refuge (52 reviews)
- A beautiful piece of nature and history ...
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas

Located in the coastal plain of southwestern Puerto Rico, this area is classified as a subtropical dry forest and known for its fabulous birdwatching opportunities. See more..
4.5 Isla de Ratones (40 reviews)
- A unique island!
Islands

The mice Island also known as pineapple island is a paradise island. Its crystal clear turquoise waters and give you the feeling of being in tro world. Here you can be full contact with the sea only hear the wind passing through the pine trees and the waves. It is a well relaxing to spend with family, couples or friends mansard! There are tables and chairs and gazebos where you can put your things. Area also has showers. This island is very beautiful with just 5 dollars you can get to it through www.Tourmarinepr.com the trip takes less than 5 minutes! You can bring coolers chairs. It is an excellent place to snorkel Is very small but giant in beautiful! See more..
4.5 Joyuda (28 reviews)
- Selectos Market - Cafe
Historic Sites • Neighborhoods

A small village billed as the islands seafood capital. See more..
4.0 Balneario de Boquerón (141 reviews)
- Beautiful beach
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM Beaches

This lovely three-mile stretch of sand slopes gently to the calm waters, making it a great beach to sun, swim and relax. See more..
4.0 Salt Flats and Wildlife Refuge (71 reviews)
- Cabo Rojo Puerto Rico
Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

Even though it wasn't brilliantly "pink", it is worth seeing. The visitor station is definitely worth the stop (make sure to check as it is not open every day). Edgar, a young volunteer was exceptional. He took great care in explaining all about the area, as well as birds to look for and other animal species indigenous to that area. It was refreshing to have someone so into the experience and sharing that enthusiasm. Kudos to him! You can climb up the observation tower and the view is pretty. If you drive a little farther you get to the Cabo Rojo lighthouse. It's a bit of a hike as you can't park super close. The views as you walk along the cliffs are spectacular! There is a pretty secluded beach as well within the walk from the lighthouse and cliffs. See more..
4.0 Túnel Guaniquilla (14 reviews)
- Old train tunnel
Historic Sites

Our home is fronts on two side with undeveloped property owned by the Puerto Rico Environmental Trust. This old train tunnel from the sugar cane times leads of 307 to the property behind our home. That property also houses a good size cave that falsely reports consider it the burial spot of Cofresi the pirate. See more..
4.0 Salinas de Cabo Rojo (10 reviews)
- Pink Hues
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks

Here’s what you need to know...the viewing tower is closed during the week. Only opened on the weekends I believe (google for specifics). However, there is a green gate that says no parking, it has a small open that will allow you to get in and see the flats up close. Some are pinker than others, and it doesn’t really reflect the hues on your iPhone. Be aware of that so you’re not disappointed if you drive for 2 hours to get a peek. It may not be AS pink as pictures are on google. I was advised to go around noon to get the best experience. This isn’t a rainy day activity. See more..
4.0 Museo de los Proceres (6 reviews)
- Hidden Gem of a Museum
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Speciality Museums

Enjoyed this museum. The works of art were painted by local artists and past artists. You can visit this museum is 1 hour or less but it is worth a visit. See more..
4.0 Balneario de Boquerón (141 reviews)
- Beautiful beach
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM Beaches

This lovely three-mile stretch of sand slopes gently to the calm waters, making it a great beach to sun, swim and relax. See more..
4.0 Salt Flats and Wildlife Refuge (71 reviews)
- Cabo Rojo Puerto Rico
Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

Even though it wasn't brilliantly "pink", it is worth seeing. The visitor station is definitely worth the stop (make sure to check as it is not open every day). Edgar, a young volunteer was exceptional. He took great care in explaining all about the area, as well as birds to look for and other animal species indigenous to that area. It was refreshing to have someone so into the experience and sharing that enthusiasm. Kudos to him! You can climb up the observation tower and the view is pretty. If you drive a little farther you get to the Cabo Rojo lighthouse. It's a bit of a hike as you can't park super close. The views as you walk along the cliffs are spectacular! There is a pretty secluded beach as well within the walk from the lighthouse and cliffs. See more..
4.0 Túnel Guaniquilla (14 reviews)
- Old train tunnel
Historic Sites

Our home is fronts on two side with undeveloped property owned by the Puerto Rico Environmental Trust. This old train tunnel from the sugar cane times leads of 307 to the property behind our home. That property also houses a good size cave that falsely reports consider it the burial spot of Cofresi the pirate. See more..