Things to do & places to visit in Caguas, Puerto Rico

Caguas #22 destination in Puerto Rico 2023. The average rating score is 4.69 based on 770 traveler reviews, of 30 attractions. Timezone: America/Puerto_Rico, current date and time: Friday, May 03, 2024, 7:59.

Top things to do (21)

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

5.0 Tourism Family (270 reviews)
- unique & adventurous experience!
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Cultural Tours • Nature & Wildlife Tours

my brother booked this cave excursion for my entire family (my parents in their late 50s, my older brothers are 24 & 28, i'm 21, and my little brother is 15) and i didn't read the tour description before embarking on this journey. our tour guide angel diaz was an angel as his name implies. on the drive over to the cave, he told us about the history of puerto rico and made a stop at a mural for us to take pictures. then, we hiked from the beach to the caves. the climb was much more intense than i expected but in a good way! angel guided us to get to the opening of the cave and helped us the entire way. along the way, he took pictures, cracked jokes, and informed us about the history of the caves and its features and inhabitants. a must see for those who are comfortable with hiking/some rock climbing! he also took pictures of us with a drone :) See more..
5.0 Caguas Tourism Office (32 reviews)
- Great to do on a Saturday.
Spent 1-2 hours Visitor Centers • Speciality Museums

The Route of the Creole Heart is a wonderfull journey through the puertorrican essence. In the twelve stops of the route, beats the heart of Puerto Rico. Following arrows around the Urban Center starting in our Tourism Office you can enjoy eight museums that reveals whats the meaning of be a criollo and be a real puertorrican. You can enjoy gastronomic offer, music, art and crafts and know about our rich culture. The criollo hearth is waiting for you! La Ruta del Corazon Criollo es un viaje maravilloso a traves de la esencia puertorriquena. En los doce paradas de la ruta, late el corazon de Puerto Rico. Siguiendo las flechas alrededor del Centro Urbano de partida en nuestra Oficina de Turismo se puede disfrutar de ocho museos que revelan el significado de ser un criollo y ser un puertorriqueno real. Usted puede disfrutar de la oferta gastronomica, musica, arte y artesanias y conocer nuestra rica cultura. El corazon criollo los esta esperando! See more..
5.0 Puzzle House Escape Room (5 reviews)
- Best Escape Room
Friday: 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Escape Games

The best escape room in Puerto Rico! Definitely coming back for more. Very clean and very FUN! We did The Forest room and we loved it. See more..
5.0 Plaza de Recreo Santiago R. Palmer (5 reviews)
- Great ambience
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Parks

This plaza originated at the end of the 18th century when, what was before the village of San Sebastian del Barrero, became what is now the town of Caguas. However, it was in 1906 when the plaza got its name, in honor of the Puerto Rican politician Santiago R. Palmer. Today, this plaza, center of Caguas, is surrounded by establishments. In addition, the plaza counts with fountains and sculptures, the floral clock, and a carousel for the children. Come and have a delicious local coffee under the breezy trees with a view of the local Cathedral Sweet Name of Jesus. Special activities are hosted at every last Friday of the month. See more..
5.0 Casa Del Trovador Luis Miranda "Pico de Oro" (2 reviews)
- Great museum with outstanding guide and it is free
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Speciality Museums
This house of the troubadour was established with the purpose of honoring the folk music of Puerto Rico, one of the most important musical genres of the Island, one which is sung by, of course, troubadours. The structure of the house was constructed in "criollo" style which adds to the atmosphere. The museum preserves and promotes the essence of the Puerto Rican folklore music. See more..
5.0 Museo del Tabaco Herminio Torres Grillo (2 reviews)
- Small excellent place to learn about tobacco in Puerto Rico
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Speciality Museums
Located on a antique, neoclassical, colonial style structure, this museum is the only museum dedicated to tobacco on the island. Witness the amazing development of tobacco cultivation which was so imperative to Puerto Rican history. If you're a tobacco lover, don't miss the chance to grab a local Caguas tobacco. Entrance is free and guided tours are available. See more..
5.0 Centro de Bellas Artes Caguas (1 review)
- Recomendado
Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Theaters

The Caguas Fine Arts Center was named in honor of the past mayor of Caguas, Angel O. Berrios, and was inaugurated in 1993. The structure is modern and its grand capacity has made it one of the largest centers in the Caribbean. It has three rooms: Felipe Rodriguez Concert Hall, Jose Luis Monero Room and Carmita Jimenez Convention Room. These rooms are available for all kinds of activities, be it artistic, family-related, school-relate, you name it; this fine arts center is known for hosting "Quinceaneros" as well as senior proms, plays and musicals. See more..
5.0 Primera Iglesia Bautista De Caguas (1 review)
Churches & Cathedrals
The First Baptist Church of Caguas was founded in 1900 with the purpose of proclaiming the Gospel, discipling and worshiping God, as well as developing social action programs in the community. Their mission is to create a space where God's name is glorified and disciples are free to grow, feeling and sharing God's love. The church is considered a lovely example of Romanesque Revival architecture. See more..
5.0 Casa del Compositor Hector Flores Osuna (1 review)
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Speciality Museums
This museum enhances the Puerto Rican musical composition paying tribute to the different styles of music that have been created in our Island. Located in a house of Creole neoclassical style, the House of the Composer Hector Flores Osuna is a musical journey through time. Beginning with danza, the first musical genre that became fashionable on the island, until reaching the urban rhythms that led to reggaeton, all the musical genres that have marked the history of Puerto Rican composition are presented in this museum. Along the way, different musical styles follow one another according to their moment of apogee. Also, its most outstanding composers are presented. Here, bolero, salsa, bomba, plena and rock, among others, have their space. Admission is free of charge and guided tours are offered. See more..
5.0 Municipio Autonomo de Caguas (1 review)
- Municipio
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Government Buildings
The Town Hall of Caguas is a modern building that was recently re-built in 2010. Its old town hall was built on the year 1860. The building served as a school, jail, mental hospital and a refuge. It was declared a Federal Historic Monument in 1989 National Register of Historic Places. It has since served as the History Museum of Caguas. The new town hall was built with modern architecture and is used for administrative, municipal and other matters. See more..
5.0 Museo de Artes Populares (1 review)
- Great small museum
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Speciality Museums
This museum is dedicated to the work of Puerto Rican hands that transform noble materials into handicrafts. The Museum of Popular Arts is located in the plaza of Caguas on a neocolonial building that was once a butcher's shop and is now dedicated to all of the artisans of Puerto Rico. The first of their two exposition rooms, features the permanent art work of Puerto Rican artisans such as Carmelo Martell, Emilio Rosado and others. The second exposition room has temporary exhibitions that change periodically. This museum is dedicated to the work of Puerto Rican hands that transform noble materials into handicrafts. See more..
5.0 Tourism Family (270 reviews)
- unique & adventurous experience!
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Cultural Tours • Nature & Wildlife Tours

my brother booked this cave excursion for my entire family (my parents in their late 50s, my older brothers are 24 & 28, i'm 21, and my little brother is 15) and i didn't read the tour description before embarking on this journey. our tour guide angel diaz was an angel as his name implies. on the drive over to the cave, he told us about the history of puerto rico and made a stop at a mural for us to take pictures. then, we hiked from the beach to the caves. the climb was much more intense than i expected but in a good way! angel guided us to get to the opening of the cave and helped us the entire way. along the way, he took pictures, cracked jokes, and informed us about the history of the caves and its features and inhabitants. a must see for those who are comfortable with hiking/some rock climbing! he also took pictures of us with a drone :) See more..
5.0 Caguas Tourism Office (32 reviews)
- Great to do on a Saturday.
Spent 1-2 hours Visitor Centers • Speciality Museums

The Route of the Creole Heart is a wonderfull journey through the puertorrican essence. In the twelve stops of the route, beats the heart of Puerto Rico. Following arrows around the Urban Center starting in our Tourism Office you can enjoy eight museums that reveals whats the meaning of be a criollo and be a real puertorrican. You can enjoy gastronomic offer, music, art and crafts and know about our rich culture. The criollo hearth is waiting for you! La Ruta del Corazon Criollo es un viaje maravilloso a traves de la esencia puertorriquena. En los doce paradas de la ruta, late el corazon de Puerto Rico. Siguiendo las flechas alrededor del Centro Urbano de partida en nuestra Oficina de Turismo se puede disfrutar de ocho museos que revelan el significado de ser un criollo y ser un puertorriqueno real. Usted puede disfrutar de la oferta gastronomica, musica, arte y artesanias y conocer nuestra rica cultura. El corazon criollo los esta esperando! See more..
5.0 Puzzle House Escape Room (5 reviews)
- Best Escape Room
Friday: 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Escape Games

The best escape room in Puerto Rico! Definitely coming back for more. Very clean and very FUN! We did The Forest room and we loved it. See more..
5.0 Plaza de Recreo Santiago R. Palmer (5 reviews)
- Great ambience
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Parks

This plaza originated at the end of the 18th century when, what was before the village of San Sebastian del Barrero, became what is now the town of Caguas. However, it was in 1906 when the plaza got its name, in honor of the Puerto Rican politician Santiago R. Palmer. Today, this plaza, center of Caguas, is surrounded by establishments. In addition, the plaza counts with fountains and sculptures, the floral clock, and a carousel for the children. Come and have a delicious local coffee under the breezy trees with a view of the local Cathedral Sweet Name of Jesus. Special activities are hosted at every last Friday of the month. See more..
5.0 Casa Del Trovador Luis Miranda "Pico de Oro" (2 reviews)
- Great museum with outstanding guide and it is free
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Speciality Museums
This house of the troubadour was established with the purpose of honoring the folk music of Puerto Rico, one of the most important musical genres of the Island, one which is sung by, of course, troubadours. The structure of the house was constructed in "criollo" style which adds to the atmosphere. The museum preserves and promotes the essence of the Puerto Rican folklore music. See more..
5.0 Museo del Tabaco Herminio Torres Grillo (2 reviews)
- Small excellent place to learn about tobacco in Puerto Rico
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Speciality Museums
Located on a antique, neoclassical, colonial style structure, this museum is the only museum dedicated to tobacco on the island. Witness the amazing development of tobacco cultivation which was so imperative to Puerto Rican history. If you're a tobacco lover, don't miss the chance to grab a local Caguas tobacco. Entrance is free and guided tours are available. See more..
5.0 Centro de Bellas Artes Caguas (1 review)
- Recomendado
Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Theaters

The Caguas Fine Arts Center was named in honor of the past mayor of Caguas, Angel O. Berrios, and was inaugurated in 1993. The structure is modern and its grand capacity has made it one of the largest centers in the Caribbean. It has three rooms: Felipe Rodriguez Concert Hall, Jose Luis Monero Room and Carmita Jimenez Convention Room. These rooms are available for all kinds of activities, be it artistic, family-related, school-relate, you name it; this fine arts center is known for hosting "Quinceaneros" as well as senior proms, plays and musicals. See more..
5.0 Primera Iglesia Bautista De Caguas (1 review)
Churches & Cathedrals
The First Baptist Church of Caguas was founded in 1900 with the purpose of proclaiming the Gospel, discipling and worshiping God, as well as developing social action programs in the community. Their mission is to create a space where God's name is glorified and disciples are free to grow, feeling and sharing God's love. The church is considered a lovely example of Romanesque Revival architecture. See more..
4.5 Jardin Botanico y Cultural William Miranda Marin (196 reviews)
- Great Puerto Rican experience
Friday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Gardens

Take a stroll through the history of Puerto Rican roots and our ancestors in the Botanical Garden of Caguas! Here you can learn and admire about diverse fauna and flora and history in our island. In this protected garden you will find archeologic artifacts that used to belong our Taino ancestors. The remains of the Sugarcane factory Ingenio Azucar San Jose reside in this location along the remains of the centenary Barracon that is also on the location. The garden celebrates our diverse background that is composed of Taino , African and Spanish roots. The Botanical garden is located at only 30 minutes from San Juan. It is a beautiful park where you can either take a stroll and observe nature, meditate, or sight-see. The site is not only considered a garden, but also as a historic site, ecologic and historical museum. See more..
4.5 Plaza Palmer (99 reviews)
- The kids had a great time
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Either running around in their bikes, scooters, skateboard, hoover board, roller skates or on their foot they enjoyed the space available to do so. If you cant take any with you, no worries, there's a free of charge Merry Go Round, and sometimes on Friday nights a movie is displayed under the stars. Pop corn, "pinchos", "piñas coladas", and other delicious "frituras" are available to buy from local kiosks. See more..
4.5 Catalinas Mall (35 reviews)
- Great shopping mall
Shopping Malls
I think this is a very good shopping mall. There's a variety of food to eat from hamburgers, to puertorican food, pasta, Chinese food and others, most of them are recognized fast foods. Also really great restaurants are coming up or new one have been done lately like pf chang's, outback and others There are a lot of stores and new one are coming up, but its a great place to go shopping for clothes. Parking is a little harsh finding but if you're patient there's no problem. Currently is a good shopping mall theres a lot of variety and I would calle it a work in progress because they keep constantly adding up new stores and places to eat around it. See more..
4.5 Chuck E. Cheese's (24 reviews)
- Kids entertainment
Friday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Game & Entertainment Centers

Great place for your children to enjoy arcades and other fun games. It is located in Plaza Centro Mall in Caguas, PR. Weekends tend to be very crowded because of birthdays and school activities. The bathroom are clean and there's lots of personnel attending visitors. Right next to this location you can find a Chilis, Oriental Buffet and a Burlington. See more..
4.5 Arts Center (20 reviews)
- I’m Front of My office
Points of Interest & Landmarks

After being destroyed by Hurricane Maria Our Centro de Bellas Artes de Caguas is opening Soon very Soon. A new Restaurant will open in the locale where Los Olivos was. Keep in touch with the Centro’s web for future events. See more..
4.5 Cathedral Dulce Nombre de Jesus (18 reviews)
- Places in Caguas
Friday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM Churches & Cathedrals

It is known that this cathedral was built prior to 1645, yet it was not considered a cathedral back then. In the 18th century, it was used for housing religious services and it was in 1775 that the chapel go its name. In the 19th century, it got expanded and throughout the 20th century, the cathedral got remodeled multiple times until it reached its present form. The church got promoted to cathedral in 1964 when the Roman Catholic Diocese of Caguas was created by Pope Paul VI. You can visit the beautiful cathedral and admire its antique architecture or enjoy a nice view of the cathedral while taking a walk through Plaza Santiago R. Palmer. See more..
4.5 C3tec (17 reviews)
- Technology for all
Friday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Movie Theaters • Science Museums • Children's Museums

C3tec is an exciting interactive space where kids and adults alike can find science's most exciting things at their fingertips. Age does not matter, everyone can actively participate with exhibits, innovative programs and events designed to provide the most exciting experiences. With experts dedicated in bringing you unforgettable moments related to science and technology, C3Tec is an impressively exciting place. See more..
4.5 Museo del Tabaco Caguas (13 reviews)
- History in a small package
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums

Put this small, free museum on your itinerary. The exhibits take you through tabaco production on the island from prior to US occupation. There is so much to learn. Jennifer is very knowledgeable and ready to expand on the information in the exhibits and answer your questions. We wandered on our own and approached her when we wanted to know more. If not already on your itinerary, add Caguas, a city with lots of history, a central plaza and something for everyone. This little museum is definitely worth the trip. See more..
4.5 Caribbean Cinemas - Las Catalinas (3 reviews)
- Movies
Friday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM Movie Theaters
The Caribbean Cinemas movie theater located in Las Catalinas Shopping Center has the best entertainment in the best environment. Their showings are mostly in english with spanish subtitles or in spanish. They show all types of movies from comedy, thrillers to family movies. Conveniently surrounded by a variety of restaurants, this movie theater is the place to go if you're looking to enjoy a chill night of dinner and a movie. See more..
4.5 Urbe Apie (3 reviews)
- The new heart of Caguas
Spent 1-2 hours Art Galleries

Urbe Apie is a street blocked from the use of cars that until recently was a bit drab. Luckily the revolutuonary youth of the town have cleaned, painted, built a large garden, started and art gallery, thrift shop, sleeping areas for travellers, social lunches and dinners, workshops, a magic shop, etc. They also have strick a deal with the city to waive any fees for outdoor vending so know a farmers/flea market has started once a week too. We had visited 2 years ago and thought it has a lot of potential, now we see that the crews have really made progress! Also there are many more vacant buildings on the street beckoning for more great/gifted people to clean thier insides and start thier dreams within a growong community of wonderful individuals who care about thier home and the planet! Have fun, and when you visit the art gallery introduce yourself to the professor of cocunuts Brandon! See more..
4.5 Jardin Botanico y Cultural William Miranda Marin (196 reviews)
- Great Puerto Rican experience
Friday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Gardens

Take a stroll through the history of Puerto Rican roots and our ancestors in the Botanical Garden of Caguas! Here you can learn and admire about diverse fauna and flora and history in our island. In this protected garden you will find archeologic artifacts that used to belong our Taino ancestors. The remains of the Sugarcane factory Ingenio Azucar San Jose reside in this location along the remains of the centenary Barracon that is also on the location. The garden celebrates our diverse background that is composed of Taino , African and Spanish roots. The Botanical garden is located at only 30 minutes from San Juan. It is a beautiful park where you can either take a stroll and observe nature, meditate, or sight-see. The site is not only considered a garden, but also as a historic site, ecologic and historical museum. See more..