Trip plan · November
3 days of beaches in Loíza
Every stop below is a 787daily guide pick near Loíza, chosen by distance and what's good in November.
Day 1
Playa Vacía Talega
It is also known as Vacía Talega Beach or simply Vacia Talega.
Hipódromo Camarero
Hipódromo Camarero is a horse racing facility in Canóvanas, near San Juan and Carolina, hosting events like the Clásico del Caribe. It's conveniently located about 15 minutes from Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport. The race track has been in operation since 2007 under new management.
Fern
Fern is a restaurant in Río Grande, serving American cuisine.
Directions from Hipódromo CamareroEl Ataúd
El Ataúd is a bar on Carretera 187 in Loíza, in Puerto Rico's North region. It's known for a lively, late-night atmosphere with indoor seating.
Directions from Fern
Day 2
Playa de las Tres Palmitas
Paseo Roberto Clemente Walker (Paseo Piñones)
Sottovento Ristorante
The contemporary Italian dining room of the Royal Sonesta hotel on the Isla Verde strip, cooking traditional recipes with produce from local farmers. It drew two nominations in the 2026 World Culinary Awards.
Directions from Paseo Roberto Clemente Walker (Paseo Piñones)Ocean Lab Brewing Co.
Puerto Rico's first production craft brewery, brewing tropical-inspired ales and lagers steps from the beach. The taproom offers a full menu and is a hub for the island's growing craft beer scene.
Directions from Sottovento Ristorante
Day 3
Balneario Isla Verde
Balneario Isla Verde is a beach in Carolina, in the San Juan metro area.
Paseo de los Robles
Paseo de los Robles is an unpaved hiking route in Río Piedras, the university-area district of San Juan. The path is a dirt trail rather than a paved walkway, so it is best approached as a walk on natural ground.
Ekelekua
Ekelekua is a restaurant in Río Grande, serving local cuisine. It offers a taste of traditional Puerto Rican dishes.
Directions from Paseo de los RoblesThe Vault Speakeasy Cabaret
The Vault Speakeasy Cabaret is a late-night lounge with a speakeasy-cabaret theme inside the Wyndham Rio Mar complex in Río Grande.
Directions from Ekelekua
Curated by 787daily from its own guide. Seasons shown are typical, conditions change. Verify hours and access before you go.