Guaynabo, Puerto Rico

(gwei-NAH-bo)

Guaynabo is known as "Capital del Deporte" (capital of the sport). Puerto Rico's first settlement, Caparra, was founded in the area in 1508 by Juan Ponce de León. Guaynabo derives its name from a Taino Indian term which means "lugar de aguas dulces".

The Caparra Ruins Historical Museum & Park, the first Spanish settlement on Puerto Rico (1508), includes the remains of explorer Juan Ponce de León's residence.

Guaynabo is located in the northern coast of the island, north of Aguas Buenas; south of Cataño; east of Bayamón; and west of San Juan.

Economy

Fruits are the principal crops grown in the surrounding rural area.

Notable People

There are many well-known "guaynabeños", among them:

• politician Román Baldorioty de Castro
• Jose R. Carazo
• Jose Pepito Bonano
• Cesar Lopez
• Lidio Cruz Moclova
• Aurelio Maldonado

Restaurants

• Baby Bull Steakhouse (American), (787) 783-8927
• Bottles (Steak), (787) 775-1210
• Burbuja's Cafe (Puerto Rican), (787) 789-2167
• Casa Lazaro (Spanish), (787) 720-1177
• Chili's Grill & Bar (Guaynabo) (American), (787) 774-0295
• Churrasqueria y Pasta Chimichurri (Argentine), (787) 449-1059
• City Buffet (International), (787) 720-3688
• Iche's International Cuisine (International), (787) 782-6910
• Nina's (Italian), (787) 287-1785
• Park Avenue Cafe (American), (787) 277-0791
• Paya (International), (787) 782-7292
• Puerto Esmeralda (Sea Food), (787) 720-8656
• Reggio Pizza (Pizza), (787) 277-0677
• Tacolandia (Mexican), (787) 789-0303

Festivals and Events

• Carnaval Mabo - February
  
• Ciudad Encantada en Navidad - November/December
  Festivities take place in the Tablado del Rio parking lot. (787) 272-0101
• Festival Bomba y Plena - October
  Festivities take place in the Bo. Amelia. (787) 272-0101
• Fiesta de Reyes - January
  (787) 272-0101
• Fiestas Patronales San Pedro Martir - April
  Every year, Guaynabo celebrates a patron saint festival. The festivities include dances, food, parades and religious processions.
• Iluminacion Navidena - November
  (787) 272-0101

Symbols

Anthem: Guaynabo, pueblo querido,...

Education

There are 24 public schools in Guaynabo, education is handled by the Puerto Rico Department of Education. Guaynabo is also home of 2 colleges and universities.

Geography

Guaynabo is made up of 10 barrios (wards/districts):

Climate

10 Day Forecast from weather.com

Map References

Coordinates: 18.1144° N, 66.1681° W

ZIP Code: 00965, 00966, 00968, 00969, 00970, 00971

Driving Distance from San Juan: 15.8 miles

Driving Time: 27 minutes