La Placita de Santurce

La Placita today is a popular dining and nightlife destination in San Juan, while still functioning as a produce and food market during the day.

[1] The market square was established in 1910 when the area was selected by Puerto Rico's government to build a marketplace.

The market square building has been renovated and modified on numerous occasions throughout the 20th century, and at some point the second level was demolished to increase the area of the main marketplace.

The area is now one of the liveliest social districts in San Juan and it is famous for its nightlife and gastronomy with its numerous restaurants, cafés, bars and dance clubs.

[5] It is located about ten minutes walking distance from the Puerto Rico Museum of Contemporary Art.