Trip plan · November
3 days of beaches in Trujillo Alto
Every stop below is a 787daily guide pick near Trujillo Alto, chosen by distance and what's good in November.
Day 1
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.
Café Istanbul
Café Istanbul is a restaurant on Avenida 65 de Infantería in Río Piedras, serving kebab cuisine. It gives diners in the area a chance to try Turkish-style dishes not commonly found among the region's typical restaurant offerings.
Directions from Paseo de los RoblesOld Harbor Brewery
One of Puerto Rico's oldest craft breweries (founded 1996), now operating a brewery, taproom and restaurant in Carolina after relocating from Old San Juan. Serves house beers with food.
Directions from Café Istanbul
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
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.
Jr. Pizza
Jr. Pizza is a restaurant in San Juan, Puerto Rico, serving pizza.
Directions from Hipódromo CamareroNeiva
A well-regarded newer cocktail bar in Santurce, among the neighborhood's top-rated spots for craft drinks.
Directions from Jr. Pizza
Curated by 787daily from its own guide. Seasons shown are typical, conditions change. Verify hours and access before you go.