Aguadilla
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Aguadilla Garden of the Atlantic is a city on the Caribbean island of Puerto Rico, a protectorate of the United States of America.
[edit] Get in
[edit] By plane
You can fly directly from Newark via Continental Airlines, from Ft. Lauderdale and Orlando via Spirit Airlines, from New York-JFK and Orlando via jetBlue Airways, Rafael Hernandez International Airport. Also be aware, that these are major airlines which serve hundreds of destinations and as much one-stop flights to this Caribbean paradise.
[edit] By car
From the airport take State-Road 107 South to Interstate PR-2. Exit towards SR-2R/Aguadilla Centro.
[edit] By bus
Blue Line offers service to and from all municipalities to the Public Transportation Terminal.
[edit] Get around
[edit] On foot
Walking along the roads of the city center, will offer you a great experience. This way you get to stop and try different foods, shop, and enjoy the beautiful bay views and beaches.
[edit] By publicos
Publicos depart from the Public Transportation Terminal to all wards. There are different routes. These include Aguadilla-Borinquen, Aguadilla-Ramey, and Aguadilla-San Antonio. Price is $1.25 per trip.
[edit] By taxi
Taxi service is available from the airport, hotels, and all wards.
[edit] By road
Aguadilla is service by Interstate PR-2. I-PR-2 to the East connects it with Isabela, Quebradillas, Camuy, Hatillo, and eventually to San Juan via Arecibo. To the South, it connects it with Aguada and Añasco. Other roads include State-Road 110 and 107 to Ramey. It is also connected by State-Road 111 to Moca, San Sebastian, Lares, and Utuado and State-Road 115 to Aguada and Rincón.
[edit][add listing] See
- Aguadilla City Hall "Alcaldia" - Originally built in 1918. Reconstructed after the 1918 earthquake.
- Banyan Treehouse "Casa del Arbol" - Wooden House around a Banyan tree. Any of its parts touch the tree.
- Campanitas de Cristal Fountain
- San Carlos Barromeo Cathedral
- Christopher Columbus Monument - This monument was built to commemorate Columbus' entrance to Puerto Rico through Aguadilla Bay. It consists of a cross originally made of marble. It also had to be rebuilt after the earthquake.
- El Merendero - A beautiful view of Aguadilla Bay and site of beautiful sunsets.
- El Parterre Jose de Jesus Esteves "Ojo de Agua" - Historic plaza where a natural spring and former source of water for Spanish soldiers is located.
- Fisherman's Monument
- Jardin del Atlántico Square - A beautiful square with fountains and gathering spot of local merchants
- Old Sugar Pier -
- Paseo Miguel Garcia Mendez
- Punta Borinquen Lighthouse - Built by the United States Armed Forces in 1920 to substitute the one built by spain and destroyed by the earthquake.
- Punta Borinquen Lighthouse Ruins - Site of the old lighthouse built by Spain in 1889 and site of beautiful pictures.
- Rafael Hernández Monument - A monument honoring world-famous composer Rafael Hernandez-Marin.
- Rafael Hernandez Square - This is the Main Square.
- Tribunal Supremo (Old Courthouse)
- Youth Fountain Juan Ponce de Leon Park
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- Aguadilla Bowling Center - A bowling alley that features 18 computerized lanes, with a bar, cafeteria, and games-room. It is located off Interstate PR-2, at Plaza Victoria.
- Aguadilla Ice Skating Arena - The only ice skating facility in the Caribbean.
- Aguadilla Skating Park - Is a skateboarding facility located in Downtown Aguadilla.
- Caribbean Cinemas 6 - Aguadilla Mall
- Cristobal Colón Park - Family Park with kiosks, a boardwalk with a beautiful view of the city, playground, and a beach.
- Las Cascadas (The Waterfalls) Water Park - Many water attractions. Among them the Crazy River, Wave Pool, and lots of slides.
- Pro Bowl Recreation Center - A bowling alley featuring 8 computerized lanes, with a cafeteria and games-room. It is located in Ramey Village.
- Punta Borinquen Golf Course - Is an 18 hole golf course, originally built for President Eisenhower.
- Ramey Skating Park - Is the only concrete skateboarding facility in Puerto Rico located in Ramey Village (former Military Base).
[edit] Beaches
- Columbus Beach
- El Canto de Las Piedras Beach
- Rompeolas Beach
- Tamarindo Beach
[edit] Available for surfing
- Crash Boat Beach
- Crash Point Beach
- Gas Chambers Beach
- Surfer's Beach
- Wilderness Beach
- Wishing Well Beach
[edit][add listing] Buy
Aguadilla is the commercial district of the region. It has four strategically located commercial centers along Interstate PR-2.
- Aguadilla Mall
- Aguadilla Shopping Center
- Plaza Ferram
- Plaza Victoria
There are also stores along the highway, in the downtown area, and along State-Road 107 including Plaza Borinquen.
[edit][add listing] Eat
- Amanda's Restaurant
- Chris Restaurant
- Dario’s Gourmet Restaurant
- El Contrabando
- El Meson
- El Pomodoro Restaurant
- Faro Suites Bar & Grill
- Golden Crown
- Molina's Restaurant
- Mr. Mofongo Restaurant
- Restaurant Verde Luz
- Rosalinda’s Restaurant
- Santiago's Pizzaria
- Ta-Buren Restaurant
- Tasca de Guillo
- Terramar
- The Garden Restaurant
- Tres Amigos
- Woodhaven Restaurant & Grill
[edit][add listing] Drink
There are numorous bars and clubs all over the area.
Black & White Lounge: 110 street, outside the Gate 5 of the Ramey Base.
[edit][add listing] Sleep
- Courtyard by Marriot Aguadilla - Now Open - Located in historical Ramey, is a hotel with on-site casino, water park, restaurants and shopping ammenities
- Faro Inn Suites - Located in historical Ramey, is a prominent hotel with beautiful beach views.
- Hotel Cielomar - Located in historical Cuesta Nueva Street, is a hotel with beautiful views of Aguadilla Harbor and the historic Old Sugar Pier.
- Hotel Hacienda El Pedregal
- La Cima Hotel
- Parador El Faro
- Hotel Las Cascadas - Coming Soon!!!
[edit] Get out
[edit] Metro Cities
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