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RIO PIEDRAS. Located on the campus of the University of Puerto Rico, this museum seeks to present a balanced view of the...

RIO PIEDRAS. Located on the campus of the University of Puerto Rico, this museum seeks to present a balanced view of the history, archeology and fine arts of the island. Special exhibits highlight the indigenous inhabitants of Puerto Rico, the colonial era and the institution of slavery on the island. There is an excellent collection of fine arts including many paintings by Puerto Rican talents Francisco Oller and Jose Campeche.

Hours: Mon-Tue, Fri 9am-4pm; Wed-Thu 8am-8:30pm

This museum is located in an old Spanish troop barracks, the largest Spanish-built building in the Americas. All...

This museum is located in an old Spanish troop barracks, the largest Spanish-built building in the Americas. All American cultures, genres and time periods are celebrated here with exhibits including archeological artifacts, handmade folk art, fine paintings and sculptures, figureheads carved in New England and Caribbean Indian canoes. One of the best permanent collections is a display of Puerto Rican santos.

Hours: Tue-Sat 9am-Noon, 1pm-4pm; Sun Midnight-5pm

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SANTURCE. Puerto Rico's newest museum is a showplace. The neo-classical exterior features Spanish architectural...

SANTURCE. Puerto Rico's newest museum is a showplace. The neo-classical exterior features Spanish architectural flourishes. Inside, the history of the island's cultural heritage is explored through its paintings. Local artists are well represented, especially Franciso Oller, Jose Campeche and Angel Botello. There is also an excellent display of mid-20th-century poster pop art that was created on the island. The museum also boasts a 400-seat theater, restaurant and gardens.

Hours: Tue, Thu-Sat 10am-5pm; Wed 10am-8pm; Sun 11am-6pm

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OLD SAN JUAN. San Juan's city hall design was inspired by the city hall in Madrid, Spain. The building was constructed...

OLD SAN JUAN. San Juan's city hall design was inspired by the city hall in Madrid, Spain. The building was constructed in stages beginning in 1604 and finishing in 1789. A small information center is located near the entrance and there is an art gallery on the first floor. Like many other buildings of the picturesque old city, it has its own tiled courtyard and overhanging balcony.

Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm

OLD SAN JUAN. English and Spanish language tours are available at this museum located in what used to be a major San...

OLD SAN JUAN. English and Spanish language tours are available at this museum located in what used to be a major San Juan marketplace. Paintings, sculptures and an important collection of santos are featured here. A documentary film shown every hour on the hour tells about the history of San Juan from 1521 to the present day.

Hours: Tue-Sun 9am-Noon, 1pm-4pm

SANTA MARIA. This famous museum, located in Ponce, houses an extensive collection of Puerto Rican and European art...

SANTA MARIA. This famous museum, located in Ponce, houses an extensive collection of Puerto Rican and European art including works by Van Dyck, Reubens, Rodin, Delacroix and Gainsborough. Edward Durell Stone, the architect of New York City's Museum of Modern Art also designed this building with its trademark hexagonal rooms.

Hours: Wed-Mon 10am-6pm

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