Mirador de Guajataca is a picturesque viewpoint in Puerto Rico.
This scenic spot has one of the best ocean views on the island.
Since 2008, I have been taking tourists, friends, and family to El Mirador de Guajataca.
In this article, I will tell you all you need to know about El Mirador de Guajataca:
– What is Mirador de Guajataca?
– Where is Mirador de Guajataca located?
– Is Mirador de Guajataca nice?
– How much does it cost to visit Mirador de Guajataca?
– Can you visit Mirador de Guajataca without a tour?
– How much time do you need to spend in Mirador de Guajataca?
– Is Mirador de Guajataca worth visiting?
Mirador de Guajataca is a scenic stop that attracts thousands of tourists annually.
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You can get a bird’s eye view of Guajataca Beach and Tunnel from El Mirador.
El Mirador de Guajataca is an excellent place for taking your picture with a natural background.
Check out the video below for an aerial view of the area:
For additional places to take photos, check out our article about the 72 best places to take pictures in Puerto Rico for Instagram.
You will find Mirador de Guajataca at Kilometer 103.7 of Road Number two, Barrio Terranova, in the town of Quebradillas.
The giant waving Puerto Rican flag will signal that you are at El Mirador de Guajataca.
The best thing about this location is that you don’t have to deviate from the main road.
Below is a Google Map that shows the location of Mirador de Guajataca:
Yes, the Mirador of Guajataca is an excellent place to visit.
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You can see a breathtaking view of the Quebradillas — Isabela’s Coast.
The tunnel in the mountains below is reminiscent of Puerto Rico’s history.
Stopping at the Mirador de Guajataca when traveling from San Juan will help you stretch your legs and “recharge your batteries.”
You don’t have to pay to visit El Mirador de Guajataca.
The municipality of Quebradillas owns the facility and keeps it free of charge.
There is a limited parking space for which you don’t have to pay.
Yes, you can visit Mirador de Guajataca without a tour.
Because El Mirador de Guajataca is right on main road number two, it is very accessible.
All you have to do is drive to the location, park and enjoy the view.
Don’t forget to take many photos.
You do not need much time to enjoy The Mirador de Guajataca.
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There is no doubt that El Mirador is one of Puerto Rico’s best scenic spots.
But in El Mirador de Guajataca you can only enjoy the scenery of the coast and take pictures.
Some artisans sell their crafts there, and on weekends a food truck sells Puerto Rican empanadas.
I assure you that you will be in and out in less than half an hour.
In a word, yes! The Mirador of Guajataca is worth visiting.
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Fun fact: People refer to Quebradillas as “La ciudad de los piratas” or Pirate’s town.
So technically, when you are at Mirador de Guajataca, you see one of the places where actual Pirates of the Caribbean used to sail.
And let me remind you that the view from El Mirador is worth the trip!
The best time to visit el Mirador de Guajataca is in the morning. With the sun rising from the mountains behind the Mirador, you will see different shades of turquoise in the water.
It takes almost two hours. It is right on main road number two at kilometer 103.7, look out for the prominent Puerto Rican Flag, and you will be at El Mirador de Guajataca.
El Mirador de Guajataca is one of the best, if not the best scenic spot in Puerto Rico.
They built El Mirador atop a cliff so you can have a panoramic view of the Quebradillas — Isabela’s Coast.
It’s perfect for a quick stop to enjoy the view and take pictures.
After you visit El Mirador de Guajataca, you could spend some time in Isabela and visit the La Parguera Bioluminescent Bay about an hour and thirty minutes to the south.
Writer at PuertoRico.com. I was born in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. I’m passionate about Puerto Rican history and culture. I live on the west coast of Puerto Rico, and host an Airbnb for tourists. I also coordinate tours and concierge services for tourists. I authored “Eat Like A Local, Puerto Rico”, and have contributed to blogs and magazines with articles about discovering and enjoying what Puerto Rico has to offer.
