SAN SEBASTIAN

Called "El Pueblo de los Pepinianos", San Sebastián was founded in 1752 by Pedro Martínez de Oneca.
 

Attractions & Sights

Central Plata
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This old sugar factory was moved from Barceloneta in 1910.
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Lago Guajataca
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A beautiful lake with picnic facilities, fishing and paddleboats.
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Las Cataratas
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A major waterfall, often used for advertising shots. You walk in about 10 minutes from the road. Ask locally for directions.
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Parroquia de San Sebastián Mártir
787-896-1028
Daily, 7am-noon.
This church, built in 1897, replaced the original 1759 structure.
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Paseo 24 de Septiembre
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This walkway honors the memory of those who fought the Spanish in 1868 for the independence of Puerto Rico.
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Plaza de Recreo Román Baldorioty de Castro
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Daily.
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Residencia de Maria Luisa Rodriguez de Negrón
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An important architectural statement, built in 1914 and restored in the 1930's. It is well known for its gardens and the Golondrinas (the unique small birds) that live in its giant columns.
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Salto Collazo
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A waterfall east of town, toward Lares. The flow varies dramatically based on the season and rainfall.
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Events
Agricultural Bazaar
01/01/2003 - 12/31/2003
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Fri 4pm-Sat 9am.
Held every Friday and Saturday at the Agropecuaria Plaza, Emérito Estrada St.
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Hammock Festival
07/04/2003 - 07/06/2003
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Hammock weaving, excellent local food and music.
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Patron Saint Festival
01/11/2003 - 01/20/2003
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The Festival de la Novilla is held during the 1st Sunday of the Patron Saint Festival.
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Information

San Sebastián Mayor's Office
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Mon-Fri 8am-noon, 1pm-4:30pm.
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San Sebastián Tourism Office
787-896-2300, 787-280-0430, 787-896-8363FX
Mon-Fri 8am-noon, 1pm-4:30pm.
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Públicos
Línea Boricua
787-896-6755, 787-765-1908SJ, 787-385-8945CL
Mon-Sat 6am-6pm.
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Línea Los Gemelos
787-876-7135, 787-896-7135
Daily 5:30am-4pm.
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Car Rentals
Chejo Auto Rental
787-280-1105, 787-896-7253FX
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-4pm, Sun closed.
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SS Car Rental
787-896-1184, 787-896-1184FX
Mon-Sat 8am-5pm.
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