taken by: Ernesto Padilla

Tram service that runs between San Cristobal and El Morro

These 400+ year old structures at San Juan National Historic Site were built for warfare and protection of the city of San Juan. The surfaces at these locations are often rugged and uneven, most of the ramps are steep, and most staircases are narrow and steep. Preservation of the historic scene limits access to some areas.

Castillo San Cristóbal - Accessible parking is available at the Calle Munoz-Rivera entrance. Facilities for visitors with disabilities include restrooms, water fountains, two main exhibit areas, two bookstores, and the theater. An elevator provides access to the main plaza or first floor of the fort. The upper levels of the fort are only accessible via steep ramps.

The entrance to this fort has recently been rehabilitated allowing access to the entrance via a tram, which offers accommodation for visitors with disabilities.  Once inside, the main plaza (or fifth level), exhibit areas, a bookstore, and theater are all easily accessible.  The sixth level is accessed via two steep ramps.  The lower levels are not accessible.  Accessible parking in the area is not readily available.

Assistance

Assistance

Closed Captioning – The park film is shown in both Spanish and English and includes captions.

Assistive Listening Devices – Devices with either headsets or neck loops are available for use in the theater or on guided talks.

Please contact Joanie Budzileni, Chief of Interpretation, at 787-729-6777 or via email prior to your visit if we can assist you or anyone in your group with any special needs.