Aguadilla is known for its beaches and beautiful sunsets, but this town has a lot to offer. Art, history and landmarks are some of the reasons it's worth making a trip to this municipality and visiting the well-known Jardín del Atlántico.
For a different road trip, here are six stops in Aguadilla that may make you fall in love with the hometown of Rafael Hernández, el Jibarito.
Punta Borinquen is a singular treasure of Aguadilla. The ruins of the historic lighthouse, Playa Punta Borinquen and a lookout point where you can take in the view of the coast are some of what you'll find in this area. To make the most of your visit, you can hike in the morning or arrive at sunset to catch the last light.
Engineer Samuel González, director of Pintalto Inc, created this large mosaic on Cerro Cabrera in Aguadilla together with other Puerto Rican artists. The volunteer team depicted different scenes throughout the mural, presenting the beauty of the Aguadilla bay and paying tribute to the work of local fishermen. Made up of 10 interwoven tones, this large-scale mural brings to life a place full of art and culture designed to be shared with visitors. A good way to start or end your route through Aguadilla is with a photo in front of this work, which highlights and reflects the talent of local artists.
In parque Colón you'll find this memorable spot that children, teenagers and adults have enjoyed for years. The famous 30-foot wooden structure winds around the entire tree, inviting an experience seen through the eyes of childhood. From up top, you can take in the view of the beach and the life surrounding this park, which is full of kiosks, ice cream, piragua (shaved ice) and a tablado (an open-air stage) that ends at the tip of the breakwater for a spectacular view. This treehouse is a great place to walk with family and take photos of the historic park.
On your road trip, the stop to satisfy your hunger is Tuluum, a restaurant that offers the best of Mexican cuisine. Enjoy its variety of tacos, flautas, quesadillas, enchiladas and more. Quench your thirst with one of its margaritas or try one of its mezcal shots. For lunch, dinner or a drink, add this restaurant to your Aguadilla route.
Must Try: Its variety of flautas, paired with a margarita
The ruins of the Faro de Punta Borinquen have stood since the 18th century as one of Aguadilla's best-known historic attractions. Although the 1918 earthquake destroyed much of its structure, its beauty remained intact. It has since been the setting for videos, photos and celebrations, including weddings. The romance that runs through its structure has made it the spot for photo sessions with the vintage quality that history tends to give us. A necessary stop on your route to get a good photo and appreciate the beauty of the sunset over the sea.
If you want to turn your road trip into an overnight stay, there's nothing better than spending a night by the beach in the town of Aguada. Playera, just 20 minutes from Aguadilla, is a property where you can relax and enjoy the beach and coastal life. There's nothing like falling asleep to the sound of the sea to close out an adventure through the west.
Discover our island, one town at a time
Puerto Rico is made up of 78 towns full of beauty and authenticity, history, art and beautiful views. Aguadilla is just one example of why we should discover new corners of our 100 x 35. We invite you to take this road trip through Aguadilla and share your adventures with us using #deroadtripconplatea.
This content was translated with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
