70Stroller-Friendly
Dublin
Ireland
Europe
Dublin is mostly flat with incredibly friendly locals - transit accessibility is the main challenge.
Best stroller: Compact
Puerto Rico
San Juan
70/100Stroller-Friendly📊 Medium confidence
San Juan combines Spanish colonial charm with American accessibility standards - Old San Juan is cobblestoned, but modern areas excel.
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Bring your stroller
This city is stroller-friendly. Compact strollers work best.
Key Factors
- •Generally manageable
- •Compact stroller recommended
Watch Out For
⚠️Old San Juan
San Juan scores 70/100 on our stroller-friendliness scale. Below you'll find a full breakdown of terrain, transit accessibility, and family facilities — plus neighborhood-level tips and stroller vs. carrier advice for San Juan.
📋 The Bottom Line
San Juan offers the best of both worlds: stunning Spanish colonial architecture with American infrastructure standards. Old San Juan has challenging cobblestone streets but incredible atmosphere, while Condado, Isla Verde, and modern areas provide excellent accessibility. Puerto Rican culture absolutely adores children - family is central to everything. American accessibility laws apply, so many attractions meet high standards. The beaches are flat and perfect, and the year-round tropical climate is ideal for families.
Quick Facts
Overall Score70/100
Best StrollerCompact
Biggest ChallengeOld San Juan
Data Quality📊 Medium confidence
Gear Recommendations
- 🎒Rugged stroller recommended for Old San Juan cobblestones
- 🎒Compact option works for modern areas and beaches
- 🎒Sun shade absolutely critical (tropical Caribbean sun)
- 🎒Beach wheels helpful for sandy coastal access
San Juan Stroller Score Breakdown
Smooth Surfaces7/10
Mostly smooth, some rough patches
Flatness6/10
Mostly flat, mild inclines
Public Transit7/10
Good transit, some gaps
Elevators & Ramps7/10
Most stations have elevators
Family Facilities8/10
Changing rooms & nursing everywhere
Space & Comfort6/10
Manageable, some busy spots
Family Welcome9/10
Locals love kids!
Best & Worst Areas for Strollers in San Juan
🟢 Where It's Easy ✓
- •Condado Beach area - flat, modern, perfect resort infrastructure
- •Isla Verde - modern beach district, accessible, family-focused
- •Modern San Juan - wide streets, shopping centers, accessible
- •Beaches - flat coastal access, beautiful Caribbean setting
- •Luis Muñoz Rivera Park - flat, green, playground
🟡 Where You'll Struggle ⚠
- •Old San Juan - beautiful but entirely cobblestoned
- •El Morro and fortress areas - historic military architecture with steps
- •Some traditional barrios - narrow, hilly streets
- •Cruise ship arrival crowds - overwhelming in Old San Juan
🎒 When to Bring the Carrier 👶
- •Old San Juan - extensive colonial cobblestones throughout
- •El Morro fortress - steps, fortification walls
- •Some traditional neighborhoods - narrow streets
- •Crowded areas during cruise ship arrivals
Tips from Parents Who Visited San Juan
❌ What Parents Wish They'd Known
- ✕Old San Juan expecting flat modern streets
- ✕Fortress tours with stroller (use carrier)
- ✕Cruise ship days in Old San Juan (extremely crowded)
- ✕Not exploring modern beach areas (they're excellent)
- ✕Underestimating Caribbean UV intensity
⭐ Parent-Recommended Spots
- ★Condado Beach - flat, safe, beautiful, perfect for families
- ★El Yunque Rainforest (accessible areas) - waterfalls, nature, educational
- ★Modern shopping centers - Plaza Las Américas, fully accessible
- ★Camuy Caves (accessible sections) - natural wonder, family-friendly tours
- ★Traditional Puerto Rican restaurants - incredible family hospitality
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