The best museums in San Juan in September 2025

These are the top 10 best museums in San Juan, Puerto rico, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2025. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

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Looking for the best museums in San Juan? These are the best ones:

  1. Ballajá Barracks1

    Ballajá Barracks

     San Juan
    The Ballajá Barracks, located in the Ballajá section of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico, is a historic building that once served as a military barracks. Its rich history and strategic location make it a significant point of interest for tourists exploring the city.
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    Museo de las Americas

     San Juan
    Great museum dedicated to the history and culture of both American continents. Very informative and enlightening!
  3. Museum of Art of Puerto Rico3

    Museum of Art of Puerto Rico

     San Juan
    The Museum of Art of Puerto Rico, known in Spanish as Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico, is situated in Santurce, a neighborhood of San Juan, Puerto Rico. The museum boasts 18 exhibition halls, offering a wide range of art for visitors to explore.
  4. Puerto Rican Athenaeum4

    Puerto Rican Athenaeum

     San Juan
    The Puerto Rican Athenaeum, known as El Ateneo Puertorriqueño in Spanish, is a significant cultural institution in Puerto Rico. It was established on April 30, 1876, making it the oldest cultural institution on the island. This historical significance may be of interest to tourists who appreciate learning about the cultural heritage of the places they visit.
  5. Puerto Rico Museum of Contemporary Art5

    Puerto Rico Museum of Contemporary Art

     San Juan
    The Puerto Rico Museum of Contemporary Art, also known as MAC, is a contemporary art museum located in Santurce, Puerto Rico. It was founded by artists and sponsors from the civil society and was officially established on October 8, 1984, as a non-profit organization. This museum is a significant cultural institution in Puerto Rico, dedicated to the promotion and dissemination of contemporary art.
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    Felisa Rincón de Gautier Museum

     San Juan
    This museum sheds the light on little known aspects of Puerto Rican political history and the women rights.
  7. Museo Casa Blanca7

    Museo Casa Blanca

     San Juan
    Casa Blanca is a house museum situated in the historic colonial section of Old San Juan, the capital of Puerto Rico. This location offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the rich history and culture of the region, while also enjoying the beautiful architecture and surroundings of the museum itself.
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    Museo de Arte y Diseño de Miramar

     San Juan
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    Museo de San Juan

     San Juan
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    La Casa de los Contrafuertes

     San Juan

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