2 Days Isabela, Puerto Rico Guide
Jun 4th, 2025
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This is your Isabela 2 days guide recommended by a local.
Isabela is a town naturally rich with rivers, forests, and beaches.
Day one: Enjoy the river, views, and historical places.
Day two: Relax and chill at world-renowned beaches on your last day.
General tips
🚗 Transportation
- You’ll need a car to comfortably get around between beaches, restaurants, and trails.
- Public transportation is not reliable in this area.
- Parking is generally easy to find at most beaches but can fill up quickly on weekends.
☀️ Weather and Preparation
- Mostly sunny weather, though brief rain showers can occur (bring a light umbrella).
- Wear light, breathable clothing, swimsuits, a hat/cap, and sunglasses.
- Sunscreen is essential.
- Bring mosquito repellent, especially for late afternoons.
- Wear comfortable shoes for rocky areas or nature trails.
🛍️ What to Bring or Buy
- Beach towel, extra swimwear, flip-flops, and a light backpack.
- You can buy handmade souvenirs near the tunnel or at beach kiosks.
🎭 Culture and Local Vibe
- Friendly atmosphere and welcoming locals.
- On weekends, expect live music or at some beach bars.
- Respect the natural environment: don’t litter, avoid touching corals, and be mindful of marine life.
Day 1
Guajataca 🚣🏞️
1
Mirador de Guajataca
Scenic spot
The place where Bad Bunny said “I can see the paradise when I get to Isabela” (Puedo ver el paraíso llegando a Isabela) in Me Fui de Vacaciones song.
< 1 min · 0 ft
2
La Bandera Foodtruck
Restaurant
Try some alcapurrias, pastelillos, and bacalaitos.
4 hr 3 min · 12.6 mi
3
Área Recreativa Río Guajataca
Campground
Great to ride kayaks and explore the river.
6 min · 0.31 mi
4
Túnel de Guajataca
Must go
Tunnel
Historical place with one of the best views in the island.
1 hr 4 min · 3.3 mi
5
Cara del Indio
Take a selfie and pictures to have a nice memory with your family and friends.
39 min · 2 mi
6
Ermita San Antonio De Padua De La Tuna
Historic Sites
Neighborhoods
Historical place that represents the foundation of the town of Isabela.
11 min · 5.3 mi
7
Plaza Manuel María Corchado y Juarbe
Must go
City park
Perfect to get chill and taste local food after an intense day.
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Day 2
Beach Day 🏝️
1
Scooters Isabela
Perfect for touring the beach road and enjoy the ocean views.
4 min · 1.6 mi
2
Montones Beach
Beach
Outdoor Activities
The most recommended beach if traveling with kids or non-swimmer people.
22 min · 1.2 mi
3
Paseo Tablado de Isabela
Temporarily Closed
Park
Enjoy the boardwalk that connects Montones beach with Jobos beach.
1 min · 100 ft
4
Pozo De Jacinto
Scenic spot
Historical place
A natural rock formation with a famous urban myth “Jacinto dame la vaca”. Recently became popular with Bad Bunny ft. Chuwi song “WELTiTA”.
25 min · 1.3 mi
5
Playa Jobos
Beach
Outdoor Activities
From the web: Scenic beach & popular surfing site featuring clear waters & surrounding rock formations.
🍽️ Food
1
Casita Isabela
Restaurant
Event venue
Museum
Puerto Rican restaurant
2
By Cheff's Restaurant
affordable
Restaurant
3
KAI
affordable
Restaurant
4
Sonido del Mar Restaurant
affordable
Seafood restaurant
5
Don Ángel Restaurant
cheap
Restaurant
6
Juan del Pueblo
Restaurant
Bar
Museum
Natural history museum
Pizza restaurant
7
Pancake Bistro Café
affordable
Restaurant
8
Vistabela Restaurant
Restaurant
9
Uma's
affordable
Restaurant
10
Tsunami
affordable
Restaurant
11
KingSpot
Ice cream shop
12
Hippie Mango
Restaurant
🍹☕️ Coffee and Drinks
1
Manifesto Mocktail Coffee Bar
Coffee shop
Breakfast restaurant
Health food restaurant
Snack bar
2
Agüeybaná Delicatessen
cheap
Deli
3
The Wine Boutique
affordable
Wine bar
4
Tu Mojito
cheap
Bar
5
Frappe Krystel
cheap
Restaurant
6
El Wagon
Bar & grill
7
The Coffee Spot-Isabela
affordable
Coffee shop
Breakfast restaurant
Cafe
8
Koa Açaí
Fast food restaurant
9
Friend's Café
Coffee shop
10
Tvinoatatuar
Bar & grill
Bar
11
Dr Bizarro Isabela
Bubble tea store
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