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Ponce
The Pearl of the South
By:Travel and Sports Staff, June-2008
"Ponce is Ponce" is a famous saying that involves pride, history and tradition. Named after Juan Ponce de León, the Island’s first governor, the city was founded in 1692 by Ponce de León’s great-grandson. Today Ponce is the second largest city on the Island and a major contributor to the political, social, economic, and cultural development of Puerto Rico. Ponce is known as "La Perla del Sur" (the Pearl of the South) and the "Ciudad Señorial" (the Noble City) because of its beautiful facades, neoclassical architecture ... (more)
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| | Felix Santiago Oliver 2008 International Championship > Puerto Rico > Ponce > Soon 12/14/2008 to 12/16/2008
| | A major international paso fino competition featuring horses from Colombia, Dominican Republic, Aruba, Curacao, Venezuela and Puerto Rico, with other equestrian events for riders up to 24 years of age.
| | International Tango Day > Puerto Rico > Ponce > Soon 12/10/2008 to 12/10/2008
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| | Las Mañanitas > Puerto Rico > Ponce > Soon 12/12/2008 to 12/12/2008
| | Held every year on December 12 at 5am. A religious procession led by mariachis singing songs in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the city's patron saint. The lead song is the traditional Mexican birthday song "Las Mañanitas."
| | Ponce Patron Saint Festival > Puerto Rico > Ponce > Soon 12/10/2008 to 12/14/2008
| | A celebration honoring the patron saint (Our Lady of Guadalupe, 12/12)with music by invited artists, mechanical rides, food kiosks and more fun for all. Music starts around 6pm.
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$0-0 (more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-758-8001
787-758-8091FX
$0-0, 0 
3315 Ponce Bypass.
prhta.org
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This is a special fund raising auction run by the PRHTA.
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| | | | Hotel Bélgica
$65-90 (more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-844-3255
787-844-3255FX
$65-90, 20
122 Villa St.
www.hotelbelgica.com
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We are in the heart of the historic district of Ponce.Rooms with cathedral ceilings and traditional balconies.Next to the Plaza de las Delicias and the Trolley Tour.Family owned and operated.
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| | | Hilton Ponce Golf & Casino Resort
$185-220 (more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-259-7676
787-259-7777
FX 787-259-7618
$185-220, 253
1150 Caribe Ave.
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We are in the beautiful and historic city of Ponce.Convention Center for 1,440 people. Business Center.Restaurants, bars, 4 tennis courts. Executive Lounge.Pool, fitness center, sauna and spa. On the Caribbean Sea.27-hole Championship Golf Course.
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| | | Holiday Inn Ponce & Tropical Casino
$148-198 (more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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800-465-4329
787-844-1200
787-841-8683FX
$148-198, 116
3315 Ponce Bypass.
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Beautifully nestled on top of a panoramic mountain.Easy access to the heart of Ponce and the tourist zone.Located 80 miles from LMM Airport, San Juan.Our hotel staff speaks English and Spanish.Cocktail lounge and restaurant. Stunning view of the sea.
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| | | Hotel Fox Delicias
$80-165 (more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-290-5050
787-290-5005FX
$80-165, 30
# 6963 Isabel St.
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Newly renovated and converted facilities.Facing the lovely plaza Las Delicias.Just steps from the attractions of Ponce.
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| | | Hotel Meliá
$85-120 (more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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800-448-8355
787-842-0260
787-841-3602FX
$85-120, 73
Plaza Degetau.
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Our landmark hotel is in the center of the Historic Zone.Hotel Meliá, distinguished name in Southern Puerto Rico.Rooms with modern facilities & cable TV with HBO.Dining room and bar serve international cuisine.Free continental breakfast served daily, rooftop terrace.
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| | | Howard Johnson Ponce
$109-154 (more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-841-1000
787-841-2560FX
$109-154, 120
103 Turpo Ind. Park-Mercedita.
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Close to historic center of Ponce.Restaurant, pool, Jacuzzi, pool bar. Cable TV & HBO.Free parking, laundry, business center, meeting rooms.Office rooms, high speed Internet wireless, exercise room.Game room & backup electric power generator.
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| | | Quality Inn Hotel El Tuque
$85-160 (more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-290-2000
787-290-2001
787-290-2002FX
$85-160, 97
Rt 2 Km 220.1, 3330 Ponce by Pass.
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Charming tropical hotel.Located in the Complejo Turístico & Recreativo El Tuque.Attractions: Speed and Splash Water Park,Ponce International Speedway ParkSpecial packages for families!
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| | Creación de la playa Ponce
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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Ponce beach area.
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"Creación de la playa Ponce" by Antonio Matorell.
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| | | Ponce Artisans
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-841-8044
787-284-4141 ext 2245 2246
787-259-1316FX
Desarrollo Cultural 787-284-4141- ext. 2246.
www.visitponce.com
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Ponce papier-maché vejigante masks, vejigante figurines, stone carvings, ceramics, seeds jewelry, wood turning, santos.
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| | Antiguo Casino de Ponce
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-841-8044
787-284-4141 ext 2245 2246
787-259-1316FX
Marina St. & Luna St.
www.visitponce.com
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Built in 1922, French architecture. Originally home to the exclusive social club of Ponce, it has served as the post office, public health clinic, and provisional mayor's office. Today it houses receptions and city events.
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| | | Atocha Pedestrian
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-841-8044
787-284-4141 ext 2245 2246
787-259-1316FX
Atocha St.
www.visitponce.com
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Since the early 1900s this street has been the commercial center of Ponce. You can see many of the original houses.Commercial stores and local venders located in the area.
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| | | Casa de la Masacre de Ponce
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-844-9722
787-841-8160
787-840-9239FX
Marina St & Aurora St.
www.ponceweb.org
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On Easter Sunday in 1937 this house was the scene of a tragic conflict.
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| | | Casitas de los Bomberos
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-841-8044
787-284-4141 ext 2245 2246
787-259-1316FX
Calle 25 de Enero.
www.visitponce.com
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Here you will find typical red a black casitas, small houses that where given to the firemen as a appreciation of there voluntary service in the Ponce Municipal Fire Department.
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| | | Catedral de Nuestra Señora de la Guadalupe
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-842-0134
787-848-9104FX
Plaza Degetau.
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The anchor for the historic district of Ponce. This beautiful cathedral stands in the central plaza of Ponce among historic fountains and mature landscape. The back of the cathedral adjoins the original Ponce firehouse (Parque de Bombas).
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| | | Centro Ceremonial Indígena de Tibes
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-840-2255
787-840-5685
787-259-2015FX
Rt 503 Km 2.2.
www.visitponce.com
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This major pre-historical site dates back to 400 AD. An impressive museum and archaeological grounds with evidence of Igneri and Pre-Taíno cultures. Children under 5 free. Free guided tours, special fares for groups of 30 or more and a video presentation about the discovery, history and Indian heritage is shown.
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| | | Centro Cultural de Ponce Carmen Solá de Pereira
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-841-8044
787-284-4141 ext 2245 2246
787-259-1316FX
Cristina St. #70.
www.visitponce.com
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This structure was designed in 1870. Diverse art expositions,as well as activities of educational and cultural nature take place at the Ponce Cultural Center.
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| | | Chu-Chu Train
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-284-3338
787-284-4141
787-259-1316FX
Front of The Fire House Museum.
www.visitponce.com
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This $2 dollar tour provides a visiting a wide-ranging tour of the city. Tickets available at the Firehouse Museum.
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| | | Dora Colón Clavell Park
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-841-8044
787-284-4141 ext 2245 2246
787-259-1316FX
Between Aurora, Concordia, Jobos And Marina St.
www.visitponce.com
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Built in 1995. It is located in the heart of the historic center. Good parking
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| | | Faro de Isla de Cardona
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-841-8044
787-284-4141 ext 2245 2246
787-259-1316FX
Cardona Island.
www.visitponce.com
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Lighthouse located on Cardona Island, south of Ponce. Established in 1889. Visiting availability only trough the Department of Natural Resources.
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| | | Hacienda Buena Vista
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-722-5882
787-722-5834
787-722-5872FX
Rt 123 Km 16.8.
www.fideicomiso.org
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Beautiful, restored 19th century coffee plantation just north of Ponce. Part of the network of historic sites under the care of the Conservation Trust. Food and drink prohibited. Reservations required.
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| | | Hacienda Patricia Quality Coffee
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-842-0153
787-840-5025
Rt 143 Km 6.6.
patriciasqualitycoffee.com
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Here you will find coffee produced the traditional way using beans that are sun-dried and firewood roasted.
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| | | La Cruceta del Vigía
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-259-3816
787-259-3816FX
17 El Vigía.
www.castilloserralles.org/
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Atop El Vigía Hill, where scouts once scanned for attacking ships, this 100-ft observation tower gives you a dramatic view of the coastline. Just a short walk to Castillo Serrallés.
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| | | Museo Casa Paoli
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-840-4115
787-848-4115FX
14 Mayor St.
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This was once the home of Antonio Paoli, known as the King of Puerto Rican tenors. Currently on exhibit are documents and memorabilia from this well known singer.
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| | | Museo Casa Wiechers Villaronga
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-843-3363
787-977-2700
787-259-1316FX
Reina St. at Méndez Vigo.
www.icp.gobierno.pr/
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This colonial mansion designed in 1911 by its original owner, the architect Alfredo Wiechers, and built by Elias Concepción represents social aspects of its time. Exhibits of furniture, photos and examples of Ponce's early 20th century buildings.
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| | | Museo Castillo Serrallés
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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800-981-2275
787-259-1774
787-259-3464FX
17 El Vigía St.
www.castilloserralles.org
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This mansion represents a classic 1920s Spanish revival-style home. A major attraction in Ponce.
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| | | Museo de Arte de Ponce
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-848-0505
787-641-3129
787-841-7309FX
2325 Las Américas Ave.
www.museoarteponce.org
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This world-class museum, designed by renowned architect Edward Durrell Stone, is closed for renovation until 2010.
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| | | Museo de la Historia de Ponce
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-844-7071
787-812-3053FX
53 Isabel, esquina Mayor.
www.ponceweb.org
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Exhibits showing the growth of Ponce from the 17th century to the present. Also a cultural center for conferences and book presentations.
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| | | Museo de la Música Puertorriqueña
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-848-7016
787-848-7018
787-259-1316FX
45 Isabel St. at Salud St.
icp.gobierno.pr
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Located in the Serrallés-Sánchez family residence, this neoclassic-style museum has Puerto Rican music videos and the history of local music and rhythm. Next to the Museo de la Historia de Ponce.
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| | | Museo Pancho Coímbre
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-284-4141
787-844-7070
787-259-1317FX
Lolita Tizol St.
www.visitponce.
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This is a Hall of Fame for athletes from the southern region of Puerto Rico. Guided Tours Available
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| | | Panteón Nacional Román Baldorioty de Castro
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-841-8044
787-284-4141 ext 2245 2246
787-259-1316FX
Frontispicio Street and Torres Street.
www.visitponce.com
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It is a place for meditation and rest. it has guides who offer an interesting tour to visitors interested in anecdotes which recall the funeral customs of time passed and others related to the life and work of those who were laid to rest there.
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| | | Parque de Bombas
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-284-3338
787-284-4141
787-259-1316FX
Plaza de las Delicias.
www.visitponce.com
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Behind the Catedral de Nuestra Señora de la Guadalupe, this century-old wooden firehouse is open to the public. You can't miss it. It is painted bright red and black and includes an information center. An antique fire engine (1928) on the first floor; exhibits on the second floor.
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| | | Parque Julio Enrique Monagas
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-284-2124
787-284-5829
787-289-5826FX
Rt 2, Ponce by pass toward Mayagüez.
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Family-oriented park with paddle boats, picnic areas with gazebos, exotic birds, skate park and playgrounds for the kids scattered around the grounds.
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| | | Parque Legendario La Ceiba
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-841-8044
787-284-4141 ext 2245 2246
787-259-1316FX
Comercio St & Ave. La Ceiba.
www.visitponce.com
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Park built around a Ceiba Tree. It is used for recreation, meditation, and for observing the wonders of nature
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| | | Parque Luis A. Wito Morales
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-841-8044
787-284-4141 ext 2245 2246
787-259-1316FX
Rt 139 Km 3.3 final Bo Cerrillos.
www.visitponce.com
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Baseball, volleyball and basketball as well as relaxing areas for young and old.
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| | | Paseo Tablado La Guancha
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-841-8044
787-284-4141 ext 2245 2246
787-259-1316FX
Ave Santiago Los Caballeros.
www.visitponce.com
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This is the boardwalk on the harbor, just across from the Ponce Yacht and Fishing Club. Different recreational and social-cultural events are organized at the Guancha.It has food stands(kiosk), a 50 foot observation tower.
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| | | Plaza de las Delicias
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-841-8044
787-284-4141 ext 2245 2246
787-259-1316FX
DownTown Square.
www.visitponce.com
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The main plaza in the center of Ponce. The north portion is known as Plaza Luis Muñoz Rivera; the south portion is called Plaza Federico Degetau. It is divide by the Cathedral Our lady of Guadalupe and the Firehouse Museum.
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| | | Reserva Natural Caja de Muertos
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-841-8044
787-284-4141 ext 2245 2246
787-259-1316FX
Out of the coast of Ponce.
www.visitponce.com
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Island 4.8 miles (8km) southeast of Ponce. Tours available trough Island Venture Excursions.
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| | | Speed & Splash Water Park
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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| | | Teatro La Perla
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-841-8044
787-284-4141 ext 2245 2246
787-259-1316FX
Mayor St. at Cristina St.
www.visitponce.com
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Neoclassic building designed by Juan Bértoli. Destroyed by an earthquake, rebuilt in 1941. Currently a major cultural facility in Ponce.Available to local and international producers, educational institutions.
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Symbol Key: Sponsors, Beaches, Children's Activities,  Snorkel,  Star Listing. |
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| | | First Truck & Car - Ponce
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-257-8452
787-813-1635FX
2041 Las Americas Ave. & Miramar St.
www.firstbankpr.com
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New car models from economy to full size cars, Minivans, SUV’s, Jeep 4 x 4 and Cargo vehicles. We also offer FAST, our custom tailored CORPORATE RENTAL PROGRAMS. Mon-Fri 7:30am-6pm, Sat 8am-5pm.
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| | | Avis - Ponce
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-842-6154
787-848-4188FX
Mercedita Int'l Airport.
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| | | Budget - Ponce
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-848-0907
787-848-0907FX
Mercedita Airport.
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| | | Dollar Car Rental - Ponce
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-843-6940
787-842-8731
Ponce by-pass Km 263.2.
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| | | Enterprise Rent a Car
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-812-3722
787-844-4534
Mercedita Air Port.
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| | | Hertz - Ponce
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-843-1685
787-842-7377FX
Mercdita Airport.
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| | | Leaseway of PR - Ponce
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-843-4330
787-843-7321
787-840-4810FX
Rt 3 Km 122.5.
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| | | Payless Car Rental - Ponce
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-842-9393
787-844-9333FX
1124 Hostos Ave.
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| | | Popular Auto - Ponce
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-259-4848
787-841-7850FX
1 St, 6 Marginal Los Colobos.
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make your reservation on www.popularautorentals.com
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| | | Thrifty - Ponce
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-290-2525
787-844-4133FX
Ponce Airport Mercedita.
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Full range of new vehicles from economy to luxury,minivans,15-pass vans,4x4,cargo vans and pick-ups. The best rates and great service.
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| | Hilton Casino
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-259-7676
787-259-7777
FX 787-259-7618
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One of the largest Casinos on the Island with 200 slot machines, 6 blackjack tables, 2 Roulette tables, 3 Dice tables and more, in a relaxed atmosphere.
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| | | Holiday Inn & El Tropical Casino Ponce
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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800-465-4329
787-844-1200
787-841-8683FX
Holiday Inn Ponce.
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Embrace the fun around you try your luck in the most exciting place in the South area.
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| | | Aquatica Dive, Bike & Surf Adventures
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-890-6071
787-890-6071FX
Rd 110 Km 10 Gate 5 Ramey.
aquatica.cjb.net
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SCUBA trips, PADI & SSI certifications (accepting referrals). guided open water tours. Equipment rental/repairs . Nitrox available. Bicycle Tours & Rentals for all levels. NEW! surf lessons & rentals...NSSIA certified instructors..
(main office: Aguadilla.)
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| | | Island Venture Water Excursions
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-842-8546
787-608-3082
787-842-8546FX
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Dive, snorkel and relax on the secluded cay of Caja de Muertos with the only underwater marked trail system in Puerto Rico, with lunch & equipment included. Sunset cruise around the Ponce Bay provided.
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| | Cruce A Nado Internacional de la Bahia de Ponce
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-260-5364
08/30/2009 - 08/30/2009
Playa de Ponce.
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1.5 nautical miles (2.7780 kilometers)International Open Water swimming competition starting at 3pm.
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| | | Discover the Caribbean
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-842-9003
787-842-9004
787-844-1300FX
10/19/2009 - 10/25/2009
Ponce Yacht and Fishing Club.
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The most celebrated and important event of the year for sailing enthusiasts in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean, with over 50 boats entered.
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| | | Felix Santiago Oliver 2008 International Championship
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-258-5300
787-258-5320
787-744-5065FX
Soon 12/14/2008 - 12/16/2008
Pachín Vicens Coliseum, Ponce P.R.
www.losabiertos.org
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A major international paso fino competition featuring horses from Colombia, Dominican Republic, Aruba, Curacao, Venezuela and Puerto Rico, with other equestrian events for riders up to 24 years of age.
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| | | Feria de Artesanías de Ponce
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-841-8044
787-284-4141 ext 2245 2246
787-259-1316FX
05/03/2009 - 05/03/2009
Plaza de las Delicias.
www.visitponce.com
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An artisan fair, artists from the area show and sell their products, there is music, refreshments and food kiosks.
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| | | Feria Porta Caribe
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-287-0140
787-287-0395
787-287-0466FX
04/25/2009 - 04/26/2009
Paseo Tablado La Guancha.
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This spectacular event presented by the Puerto Rico Tourism Company, is held alternate years in Ponce and San Juan. Over 150,000 people attend. Culture, history, food, arts, crafts, music as well as representatives from municipalities, inns, hotels and major attractions.
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| | | Frankie Colón Memorial Competitions
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-841-8044
787-284-4141 ext 2245 2246
787-259-1316FX
07/25/2009 - 07/25/2009
Paquito Montaner Stadium.
www.visitponce.com
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Honoring outstanding Puerto Rican track and field trainer Frankie Colón, this twenty-event competition gathers top runners from the U.S. mainland, Latin America and the Caribbean.
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| | | International Tango Day
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787-841-8044
787-284-4141
787-259-7478FX
Soon 12/10/2008 - 12/10/2008
www.ponceweb.org
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| | | Land Turtle (Jicoteas)
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787-840-2255
787-840-5685
787-259-2015FX
08/01/2009 - 08/31/2009
Rt 503 Km 2.8.
www.visitponce.com
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In the midst of bateyes, ancient ceremonial plazas and a rich collection of archaeological riches, several jicoteas (Taíno for land turtle) are on display.
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| | | Las Mañanitas
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787-841-8044
787-284-4141
787-259-7478FX
Soon 12/12/2008 - 12/12/2008
Lolita Tizol St. to Plaza de las Delicias.
www.ponceweb.org
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Held every year on December 12 at 5am. A religious procession led by mariachis singing songs in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the city's patron saint. The lead song is the traditional Mexican birthday song "Las Mañanitas."
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| | | National Open Paso Fino Championship
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787-258-5300
787-258-5320
787-744-5065FX
10/02/2009 - 10/04/2009
Solá Besares Coliseum.
www.losabiertos.org
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The National Open Paso Fino trot championship in Puerto Rico. Young rider teams also compete in equestrian events.
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| | | Ponce Carnival
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787-841-8044
787-284-4141
787-259-7478FX
02/18/2009 - 02/24/2009
Las Delicias Plaza.
www.ponceweb.org
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A traditional carnival and one of the most important events in Puerto Rico. It's the oldest carnival in Puerto Rico. The 150th event will be held in 2008. Traditionally held the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday, a Catholic tradition.
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| | | Ponce Patron Saint Festival
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787-841-8044
787-284-4141
787-259-7478FX
Soon 12/10/2008 - 12/14/2008
Recreative and Cultural Complex La Guancha.
www.ponceweb.org
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A celebration honoring the patron saint (Our Lady of Guadalupe, 12/12)with music by invited artists, mechanical rides, food kiosks and more fun for all. Music starts around 6pm.
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| | | Sailing - Culebra Heineken International Regatta
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-842-9003
787-616-2385
787-840-1380FX
03/13/2009 - 03/15/2009
Bahia Ensenada Honda.
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A sailboat regatta with boats ranging in size from Hobiecats and Sunfish to larger sailboats.
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| | | Sailing - Discover, Don Q Gold Race
(more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce
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787-842-9003
787-616-2385
787-840-1380FX
10/23/2009 - 10/25/2009
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Final leg of the Discover series of sailboat races.
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| | | Semana de la Danza
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787-841-8044
787-284-4141
787-259-7478FX
05/12/2009 - 05/18/2009
In May.
www.ponceweb.org
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A week of events to commemorate the "danza" and one of its most prolific composers (Juan Morel Campos). This popular turn-of-the-century ballroom dance originated in Ponce and is slightly similar to the waltz. Conferences, "danzas" and a concert by string quartets, a parade, a "danza" competition, and demonstrations by senior couples who dress up as they used to in the 19th century. The main event is a concert offered by the Ponce Municipal Band.
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Symbol Key: Sponsors,  Bird-Watching,  Fishing,  Information,  Kayaking,  Mountains. |
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| | Costa Caribe Golf & Country Club
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787-848-1000
787-812-2675FX
Ponce Hilton and Casino.
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Designed by Bruce Besse of Willowbend Golf & Land Design, it features the first island green in Puerto Rico. Set on a former sugarcane field, it is set along views of the Caribbean and the Central Mountains. Holes/Yards: 27/7266.
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| | Ponce Yacht and Fishing Club
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787-842-9003
787-842-9004
787-844-1300FX
Isla de Gatas, Sec. la Guancha.
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Marina located at the end of Rt 14 adjacent to the Paseo Tablado La Guancha.
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| | | Acampa Nature Adventure
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787-706-0695
787-640-2822
787-706-0695FX
1221 Ave. Piñero.
www.acampapr.com
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Guided hiking, cave exploration, rainforest, waterfalls, zip-line, rappelling, camping, backpacking & multi-day adventures, custom nature trips Island-wide and Mona Island. All trips include lunch, snacks and transportation. Outdoor goods store.
(main office: San Juan Metro.)
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| | | Aventuras Puerto Rico
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787-380-8481
787-842-0917FX
308 Tachuelo St. Urb. Sombras del Real.
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We take pride in offering the best tours in, horseback riding, kayaking, snorkeling, Museum, dining and night live. Transportation to Hotels and Airports. Come and "Live the Experience"
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| | Choferes Unidos de Ponce
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787-842-1222
787-764-0540SJ
787-842-3354
Vives and Victoria St.
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787-840-2450
787-840-2454
787-840-2231FX
805 Hostos Ave.
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Caribbean, Puerto Rican, Seafood.
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| | | Pito's Sea Food
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787-841-4977
787-259-8328FX
Rt 2 Km 220.
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Puerto Rican, Seafood, Steak.
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| | | Castillo Tours & Watersports
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787-791-6195
787-726-5752
787-268-0740FX
2413 Laurel St., Punta las Marias.
www.castillotours.com
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Catamaran sailing & snorkeling, gear, instruction, lunch, piña coladas. Deep-sea fishing: blue marlin, wahoo, tuna, mahi-mahi on 48' Hatteras. Sightseeing: Bio Bay, Hiking, Rainforest, Old City, Caves, Ponce, Bacardi.
(main office: Fajardo.)
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| | | Island Venture Water Excursions
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787-842-8546
787-608-3082
787-842-8546FX
2132 Calle Drama Urb. San Antonio.
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Dive, snorkel and relax on the secluded cay of Caja de Muertos with the only underwater marked trail system in Puerto Rico, with lunch & equipment included. Sunset cruise around the Ponce Bay provided.
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