Ponce Centro Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Parque de Bombas
This small, wooden fire station in the heart of Ponce is a historical and architectural monument.
Plaza of Delights
Ponce’s plaza of delights is true to its name, with heritage architecture, glinting fountains, tree-lined arcades and the scent of freshly baked pastries in the air.
Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe
The delicately embellished cathedral crowning Ponce’s Plaza Las Delicias is a cherished landmark in the city and has a history stretching back over 300 years.
Teatro la Perla
Get tickets for a show at Teatro la Perla, a popular theatre in Tercero. While in this romantic area, find time to visit its shops.
La Guancha
Take a stroll down Ponce’s waterfront boardwalk and experience its lively dining scene, local music, playgrounds, boat rides and views out to Isla Caja de Muertos.
El Museo Castillo Serralles
Discover an empire built on sugar and rum as you explore the intriguing galleries and luxurious refurbished rooms in this 1930s Spanish Revival mansion.
Top hotels in Ponce Centro
Ponce Plaza Hotel & Casino
It had a pool. It was clean but didn't have time to go. It does have a Gym and a Casino.. Everything you might need is at walking distance. Castillo Serralles might need an Uber or taxi. Níspero Restaurant is very good and their service is excellent. It is a 15 min stroll from the hotel by foot. ...
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Meliá Century Hotel Ponce
Muy asesible
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
The Fox Hotel
Excelente servicio
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Gladiolas 2203
DO NOT STAY HERE! To start: the place itself wasn’t very clean and there were stains on the couch and bed linens. The bed is much too firm as well (unless you like that sort of thing). It’s very apparent that this place was furnished not with comfort, but cheapness in mind. And by far the worst part ...
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Gladiolas 1103
