[1] The highlight of the complex is the Paseo Tablado La Guancha, which is flanked by a beach, an observation tower, an amphitheater, and 24 open-air kiosks.

Originally La Guancha consisted of a road and sidewalk alongside a dike built close to the easternmost shore of barrio Playa across from Ponce Yacht Club.

The romantic area was frequented by families and sweethearts alike, especially on weekends, for relaxation and bonding.

During the administration of Mayor Cordero, however, a number of facilities were added to the La Guancha area at a cost of over $18 million, developing it into a new recreational complex.

[6] Seven new facilities were added to the existing walkway area:[7] This project complemented the recently inaugurated tourist pier in the nearby Port of Ponce, and which saw an investment of $4 million.