Puerto Rico

Playa de Ponce

Playa de Ponce is a unique beach located in the city of Ponce, Puerto Rico. It is situated on the Caribbean Sea, offering a different experience compared to other beaches in the area, such as Carolina Beach on the north of Ponce, which is on the North Atlantic Ocean.

The beach is characterized by its rocky terrain, with rocks of about 2 inches in diameter covering the area. These rocks create a distinct sound as they roll back down the incline with the ebb and flow of the surf, adding to the beach's unique charm. The water at Playa de Ponce is generally clean, although it is not recommended for swimming due to the rocky nature of the beach.

Playa de Ponce is a quiet beach, offering a serene environment for visitors. It does not have many amenities and there is not much room to walk along the beach due to its rocky nature. However, it is a beautiful place to sit and look out to the ocean, making it a worthwhile stop for those who appreciate natural beauty.

The area surrounding the beach is also notable for its artistic flair, with murals and artwork adorning the road and sometimes the beach itself. A notable landmark near the beach is a cemetery with cool murals painted on the wall around it.

In the past, there used to be residences close to the beach, with houses as close as 5ft off the sands of Playa de Ponce. However, all that remains now is a pier, adding to the nostalgic charm of the beach.

What to do at Playa de Ponce?

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Playa de Ponce include Rancho Playero, Rest. El Faro, Wong Sing, Sin Fronteras Restaurant, Cesar's BBQ and Pinas.Bar.Rest.

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Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the unique beauty and tranquility of the beach, with its rocky landscape and stunning views of the ocean. Many visitors appreciate the opportunity to collect shells and sea glass, and enjoy watching the local wildlife. However, some visitors express disappointment with the lack of swimming opportunities and cleanliness of the beach area.

Where is Playa de Ponce?

Latitude: 17.9828367 / Longitude: -66.6286767

Playa de Ponce is located in Puerto Rico. The following map of Playa de Ponce shows the exact location.


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Where to Stay near Playa de Ponce?

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