If you're driving around the western end of the island 70 mi/115 km southwest of San Juan, stop in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico's third-largest city, to look around and perhaps purchase the local embroidery or a brazo gitano (a jelly-filled cake roll with either chocolate, creme or tropical fruit pastes).
Mayaguez's plaza is lovely, with a large statue of Columbus surrounded by 16 striking bronze statues of ladies from Barcelona.
To request access to the full version of this destination guide, please provide your email address below. Your email address will only be used for verification purposes and will not be used for marketing purposes.