Trip plan · November
3 days of beaches in Río Grande
Every stop below is a 787daily guide pick near Río Grande, 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.
Ekelekua
Ekelekua is a restaurant in Río Grande, serving local cuisine. It offers a taste of traditional Puerto Rican dishes.
Directions from Hipódromo CamareroThe 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
Day 2
Playa de Luquillo
Playa de Luquillo is a beach, offering basic facilities like parking and restrooms.
Yokahú Tower
A landmark stone observation tower just inside the El Yunque entrance. A short climb up the spiral staircase gives panoramic views over the rainforest canopy and out toward the northeast coast.
Fern
Fern is a restaurant in Río Grande, serving American cuisine.
Directions from Yokahú TowerEl 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 3
Playa Azul
Playa Azul is a beach in Luquillo, Puerto Rico, with a nearby parking area for convenience.
La Coca Falls
One of the first sights inside El Yunque: a tall waterfall cascading over a face of boulders right beside the main forest road (PR-191). No hike required to see it.
La Fonda Gourmet
La Fonda Gourmet is a high-rated restaurant serving criolla, Caribbean, and international cuisine with vegetarian options, offering both dine-in and outdoor seating. The restaurant is located in Luquillo. It provides a range of dining options.
Directions from La Coca FallsCoco Bar
Coco Bar is a bar on Calle Florida in Luquillo, known for a lively, late-night atmosphere. It's an indoor spot suited to evenings out, drawing a crowd looking for drinks and nightlife energy in Luquillo.
Directions from La Fonda Gourmet
Curated by 787daily from its own guide. Seasons shown are typical, conditions change. Verify hours and access before you go.