Welcome to MayaguezPorta del Sol, Puerto Rico"La Sultana del Oeste"
Most of Mayaguez's important buildings were destroyed back in 1918 in an earthquake. In the past years a great effort has been made to restore many of the buildings. The plaza got a brand new fresh look and the center of attention is still the Cristopher Columbus bronze statue proudly standing at the center of the plaza facing "La Alcaldia" / The Mayor's office. Quick Facts about Mayaguez, PR
Attractions in Mayaguez, Puerto RicoResidents of the west coast (Porta del Sol) love going to Mayaguez to shop. The biggest shopping mall in the west, northern and southern part of the island is in Mayaguez.If you are a tourist, you may want to block an afternoon of your vacation to see the attractions that Mayaguez, Puerto Rico has to offer. USDA - ARS Tropical Agriculture Research Station  Take a break from the beach and go on a guided tour of 127 acres of containing more than 70 plant species of native plants. This facility is one of three tropical / subtropical research centers of the U. S. Department of Agriculture. Great educational attraction for everyone especially those interested in botany and ecology will love this attraction. Open M-F 7am-12pm & 1-4pm. Admission is free. (new window) More about Tropical Agriculture Research Station.La Plaza de Colòn  Walking around the city is very enjoyable, most of the action is around the plaza surrounded by restored European style homes and buildings. You can visit various unique shops, delight your taste buds with the best ice cream in town, and relax at elegant plaza which proudly houses a statue of Christopher Columbus right in the center. More info and photos - La Plaza Colon de MayaguezToday Mayaguez is a college town and considered the shopping district of Porta del Sol. 
Facts for the TravelerGetting to Mayaguez
Option #1: You may also take a short plane ride of about 40 minutes from the International Airport of San Juan to the Mayaguez - Eugenio Maria De Hostos Airport. Daily flights are available through Cape Air. The largest aircraft available to Mayaguez from San Juan is a 9 passenger plane. The approximate cost is about $110.00 round trip. For the best rates, we highly recommend you get your flights through Priceline.com Airfare - Choose your flight or Name Your own Price The airport in Mayaguez ofers rentals cars. For the lowest car rental rate we recommend Priceline.com Rental Cars - save up to 30% Option #2:You may take a flight to Aguadilla, Puerto Rico from your departure city and then drive to Mayaguez (driving time is from 30 - 60 minutes depending on traffic). Not all cities and airlines offer direct flights to Aguadilla. Jet Blue and Continental airlines offer direct flights from Newark and JFK airports. For the lowest airline rates we recommend you book your Aguadilla flights with Priceline.com Airfare - Choose your flight or Name Your own Price The airport in Aguadilla have rentals cars available. For the lowest car rental rate we recommend Priceline.com Rental Cars - save up to 30% Option #3: You may take a direct flight to the Mercedita Airport in the town Ponce, then get a car rental and drive to Mayaguez. Continental offers daily flights to Ponce. For great rates on flights to Ponce we recommend you book online at Priceline.com Airfare - Choose your flight or Name Your own Price Getting around Mayaguez, Puerto Ricoif you are a visitor / traveler, we highly recommend you rent a car so you can enjoy the sights in Mayaguez and the beautiful surrounding towns and all the attractions that Porta del Sol has to offer.Car RentalsMost of the car rental companies operate from the airport. Major car rental companies such Avis, Thrifty and Budget are there to serve you. You can book when you arrive, we recommend you book ahead online to secure your car, especially during the holiday season. For great low rental car rates we recommend Priceline.com Rental Cars - save up to 30%If you prefer not to rent a car, you can get around by pùblicos (public transportation) or taxis.
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