Quick answer
- Where: Patillas municipality (southeast).
- Population (2020 Census): 15,985.
- From San Juan: about 1 h 16 / 75.2 km free-flow (OSRM); allow more in traffic.
- Directory: eat · stay · tours.
- Claim: add your business.
Patillas at a glance
| Best for | Southeast coast-and-foothill day trips |
| 2020 Census population | 15,985 |
| FIPS (county-equivalent) | 72109 |
| From San Juan | about 1 h 16 / 75.2 km free-flow (OSRM); allow more in traffic |
| Directory | eat · stay · tours |
Patillas is a municipality of Puerto Rico known for southeast coast and foothills south of Yabucoa. Population is the 2020 Census municipio total (public aggregate). This page does not publish personal information about residents or officials.
1. Southeast foothills
Patillas mixes southeast coast and foothill roads. It works for quieter loops away from the San Juan strip.
2. From San Juan
See the free-flow drive row in the table; weekday peaks still matter.
3. Listings
Browse Patillas directory hubs for food, lodging and tours; claim your page for free.
Where to eat and stay
Browse places to eat · places to stay · tours · attractions.
Getting there
- Map: interactive map.
- Distances: driving distances tool.
List or claim your business
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Patillas, Puerto Rico?
Patillas is a municipality in Puerto Rico’s southeast. From San Juan: about 1 h 16 / 75.2 km free-flow (OSRM); allow more in traffic. See the map.
What is Patillas known for?
Best for: Southeast coast-and-foothill day trips.
How do I list my business?
Sources we checked
Checked in November 2026. Where a fact could not be confirmed against a primary source, we removed it or said so.
Originally published on PuertoRico.com (2026-11-02). Reviewed and updated November 2026: facts were checked against the sources above.