San José Church, San Juan

Name: San José Church
Address: Calle del Cristo, San Juan, Puerto Rico
Telephone: +1 787-725-7501

#31 among attractions in San Juan

Hispanic colonial architecture, Church, Sacred and religious sites

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San José Church, located in Old San Juan within the historic colonial zone of the capital of Puerto Rico, is one of the first significant works of architecture on the island. The church is one of the earliest surviving examples of 16th-century Spanish Gothic architecture in the Western hemisphere. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 18°28'3"N, 66°7'6"W

Address

Calle del CristoViejo San JuanSan Juan Puerto Rico

Contact

+1 787-725-7501

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Day trips

San José Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Castillo San Felipe del Morro, La Fortaleza, Castillo San Cristóbal, Capilla del Cristo.

0.4 miNW
16th-century citadel built by Spanish
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~1250 ftS
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~1000 ftSE
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to San José Church?

Nearby attractions include Museo de Pablo Casals, San Juan (1 min walk), Galería Nacional, San Juan (1 min walk), Liga de Arte de San Juan, San Juan (2 min walk), Ballajá Barracks, San Juan (3 min walk).

How to get to San José Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to San José Church:

Bus

8 • Lines: City Hall Route (5 min walk)