Bayamón is a city and municipality of Puerto Rico that is located in the northern coastal valley, north of Aguas Buenas and Comerío; south of Toa Baja and Cataño; west of Guaynabo; and east of Toa Alta and Naranjito. The town of Bayamón is part of the San Juan-Caguas-Guaynabo Metropolitan Statistical Area and the second most populous municipality in both the metropolitan area and Puerto Rico. Bayamón is known for its museums, family attractions, sports facilities, and pork rinds. It also has a rich history and culture, as it was founded by Spanish colonists in 1772 and was the site of a slave revolt led by Marcos Xiorro in 1821.
Bayamón has 12 barrios (neighborhoods) and a downtown area called Bayamón Pueblo.
It is part of the San Juan-Caguas-Guaynabo Metropolitan Statistical Area and the second most populous municipality in both the metropolitan area and Puerto Rico. The city is known for its museums, family attractions, and sports facilities. The so-called Pueblo del Chicharrón (“pork rind town”) is the second-most populated town on the Island and connects to nearby communities via the Tren Urbano system. You can find art, culture, history, and heritage at the Museo de Arte de Bayamón, the Manatee Conservation Center, and the Museo Francisco Oller.
Photos kindly submitted by Miguel Angel Rojas.
Atractions in Bayamón, Puerto Rico:
The Museo Francisco Oller:
This museum showcases the works of Puerto Rican artists such as Tomás Barista, Consuelo Gotay, Lorenzo Homar, Isabel Bernal, Rafael Tufiño, Myrna Báez, María Emilia Somoza, and Antonio Maldonado.
The Manatee Conservation Center:
On the Interamerican University of Puerto Rico campus, which offers guided tours to learn about the efforts to protect this endangered mammal from extinction.
The Honda Tennis Center:
A 16-court venue approved by the USTA and Davis Cup, where you can play or watch tennis matches.
El Nido Fashion:
Combines local brands and drinks with live music and entertainment.
La Esquinita:
Food-and-drink station with live music and entertainment.
Places to eat in Bayamón, Puerto Rico:
There are many popular restaurants in Bayamón, Puerto Rico, that offer a variety of cuisines and dishes. Some of the top-rated ones are:
Bambu Burger Grill Restaurant:
Serves burgers, wraps, salads, and smoothies with a Latin twist. They also have vegan and gluten-free options.
La Esquinita:
La Esquinita is a beer garden and street food station that offers live music and entertainment. They specialize in pork rinds, fried plantains, and empanadas.
Historias y un Café:
Historias y Café is a cozy and charming cafe that serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch. They have a menu of sandwiches, salads, soups, pastries, and coffee.
La Fondita de Leo:
La Fondita de Leo is a Puerto Rican restaurant that offers traditional dishes such as mofongo, rice and beans, roasted pork, and fried fish. They also have a bar and live music on weekends.
