Car Hire Isla Verde

Nestled between El Condado and Santurce, in the Carolina district, is San Juan's popular tourist area: Isla Verde. This small district is home to the capital's wealthiest as well as many hotels and a buzzing nightlife.

While many associate Luis Munoz Marin International Airport with San Juan, it can actually be found in Isla Verde. Until 2001, the area's public beach featured a viewing point to watch flights taking off and landing.

Nowadays, the area's beach is more for people spotting than plane spotting though. It is the capital's most popular beach. Its white sands stretch along a mile of Puerto Rico's northern coast.

When exploring this part of San Juan, car hire can assist. It will provide you with the mobility and independence required for your travels. In Isla Verde, car hire can be found on Isla Verde Avenue.

The area is home to San Juan's nightlife. There are many restaurants located here, such as Mi Casita, on Isla Verde Avenue, which offers traditional cuisine. Many nightclubs, bars and casinos are also located in this part of the city and are ideal for the younger crowd.

From Isla Verde in your car hire, you can explore Old San Juan, the city's historical district. This area is located on a small island that can be reached via bridges. Wandering through its cobblestone winding streets that are lines with colourful Spanish colonial buildings transports you to another time. Much of the area, which is a World Heritage Site, was built in the 16th and 17th century.

As with many Spanish colonial towns, this area has many large, tree-lined public squares. Cathedrals, ancient fortifications and a 19th century schools are among the sites you can visit in this charming area. Among these attractions are many shops, historical buildings, museums, restaurants and cafes.