MANATI
Called El Pueblo de las Indieras
, Maricao was founded in
1874 by Bernardo Collado,
Julián Ayala,
Francisco M. Sojo Napoleón Pietri and Leoncio S. Martínez.
Attractions &
Sights
Antiguo Cementerio Municipal
787-854-2024 ext. 2240, 787-612-4178, 787-854-2274FX
Tours by appointment.
Unique and historic cemetery from the end of 19th century. Historic Monument.
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Biblioteca Municipal Alvarez
www.atenas.com
787-884-5422, 787-884-5494, 787-884-2927FX
Daily 7am-11pm.
This library is housed in a Greco-style
building next to the Salón de los Poetas.
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Edificio del Banco Territorial y Agrícola
By appointment.
This 1920's historic and architectural
landmark was fully restored in 1990.
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Escuela de Bellas Artes (Plaza de Mercado)
787-854-2024 ext. 2240, 787-612-4178, 787-854-2274FX
By appointment.
This 1925 Plaza de Mercado (Market Place) has been fully
restored and is now a performing arts center.
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Iglesia Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria y San Matías Apóstol
787-854-2024 ext. 2240, 787-612-4178, 787-854-2274FX
Daily (mornings).
This beautiful 1600,1700 and 1800 Catholic church is a national
historic monument and maintains a religious museum.
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Plaza de la Historia de Manatí
787-854-2024 ext. 2240, 787-612-4178, 787-854-2274FX
The black granite wall tells the history of Manatí in gold letters.
The bust is of Antonio Vélez Alvarado, creator of the flag of Puerto Rico.
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Plaza de Recreo Luis Muñoz Rivera - Manatí
787-854-2024 ext. 2240, 787-612-4178, 787-854-2274FX
This plaza has been demolished. An underground parking facility
is being built. When completed the plaza will be rebuilt.
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Salón de los Poetas
787-884-6935, 787-884-2927FX
Daily 7am-11pm.
The Salón de los Poetas Manuel Joglar Cacho is one of two
adjacent Greco-style buildings. Inside, there is a hall honoring
Manatí's poets and artists and exhibitions of petroglyphs and caves.
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Teatro Taboas de Manatí
787-854-2024 ext. 2240, 787-612-4178, 787-854-2274FX
By appointment.
Inaugurated in 1938 and as part of Manatí's bicentennial celebration,
this art deco style building is a historic monument
and has been recently restored.
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Beaches
Playa Los Tubos
787-854-2024 ext. 2240, 787-612-4178, 787-854-2274FX
Tue-Sun 8am-5pm.
Ideal for picnics with excellent facilities for recreation.
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Playa Mar Chiquita
www.atenas.com/gotomanati
787-854-2024 ext. 2240, 787-612-4178, 787-854-2274FX
Daily 8am-5pm.
Part of an important ecosystem that includes mangroves, caves,
stalagmites, stalactites, petroglyphs and the sea. Visitors must be cautious
around the water, especially when the sea is rough. For those who love surfing
and diving the Playa los Tubos is recommended.
For more Information visit:
www.atenas.com/gotomanati
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Car Rentals
Avis
www.avis.com
(main office San Juan Metro)
787-854-5171, 787-854-5161, 787-884-4655FX
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat-Sun 9am-1pm.
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L & M Car Rental
www.lmcarrental.com
(main office San Juan Metro)
787-884-8484, 787-884-8486, 787-884-8485FX
Mon-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat-Sun 8am-5pm.
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Events
Festival Internacional Playero de Los Tubos
07/02/2003 - 07/06/2003
www.atenas.com/gotomanati
787-854-2024 ext. 2240, 787-612-4178, 787-854-2274FX
Noon until the following morning.
Held on July 4th weekend for the past 20 years. A major event
with music, sports, dancing and sun.
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Patron Saint Festival
01/28/2003 - 02/06/2003
787-854-2024 ext. 2240, 787-612-4178, 787-854-2274FX
noon to midnight
Traditional fiesta to honor the patron saints of Manatí
(the Virgin Nuestra Señora de La Candelaria and Saint Matias Apostol).
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Information
Manatí Mayor's Office
www.atenas.com
787-854-2024, 787-884-2235, 787-854-2274FX
Mon-Fri 8am-noon, 1pm-4:30pm.
Art deco building.
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Manatí Tourism Office
787-854-2024 ext. 2240, 787-612-4178, 787-854-2274FX
Mon-Fri 8am-4pm.
Free tour guide service for small and large groups and daily walking tours
through the historic zone. Reservations required.
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Restaurant
Su Casa
787-884-0047, 787-884-0047FX
Mon-Sat 11:30am-9pm.
Cusine: Puerto Rican, Seafood.
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Trolley
Manatí Trolley
www.atenas.com/gotomanati
787-854-2024 ext. 2240, 787-612-4178, 787-854-2274FX
Mon-Fri. 7am-3pm.
Hourly transportation during the
week thru service and shopping areas.
Free Service.
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