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Originally Posted by jrzyguy
not to sound negative...but i'd skip the aquarium. Its kinda far out and not all that impressive if you've seen a good world class aquarium before. Too much time and effort for what its worth.
Most def..Zona Colonial. Fort Ozama (skip the tour...just walk around...the tour isnt bad..i think the guy wanted a 200 peso tip tho) and the Cathederal. If you are doing any cathedrals or museums tho make sure to wear long pants and not shorts!!!!
Looks like they fixed up chinatown! looks nice! last time i was there it was all under construction! Zona colonial will take up one day as I just enjoy walking down all the narrow and winding streets.
OH...and another DONT...is dont eat at the cafe near the big tree at the end of el conde by the cathederal!!! food is TERRIBLE!!!! Do grab a presidente there tho as it is a good people watching spot.
ENJOY!!!!
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Geeeeez....you been in jrzy too long. I did
the aquarium,
nice grounds,park like atmosphere, interesting display of treasure hunting with some cool artifacts....you're right, not on the level of USA aquariums, it's not Sea World either...but a nice way to spend some time.
Fort Ozama...first time I was there with 3 pals....did the tour learned a ton of history (we're artifact divers...we know the base history...cannons everywhere!), the guide was cool...tipped him $1000pesos....I've been back with every chica I hang with in the CZ....he remembers me, we joke, and I go on my way....
Zona Colonial...I've logged 31 work related weeks there....see something new everytime...La Casa de Reales, Museums.....did Semana Santa service at the Cathedral. You don't have to speak Spanish to go in, sit down, close your eyes and listen...the spirits in the place will speak to you, if your cityboy soul will SHADUP an listen.
You can walk Conde in a day, but I beg to differ on seeing the entire CZ in one day. The Malecon has many monuments...there are historic buildings, fort gates and churches in a wide area...most are run down, but if you're there for the history, it shouldn't matter.....(I'd never spend the time I've spent in the ZC in JRZY)
Cafeteria de Penalba....you must have caught a bad meal. That's "my office" when I'm in town. The food is fine (GOOD), seafood soup, chicken salads, batidos, sandwiches...I've never had bad anything...and the service is as good as anywhere (but then again, I tip...well) Alfredo is my waiter and a good guy to talk to.
I'd suggest the horse and buggy tour/ride ($20USD is what I give them)...they take you off the beaten path allowing you to find NEW places to troll....
Casa de Colon, in the Plaza de Hispania, another "historical haunt" worth seeing....I've done so 4x....they are working to air condition and protect the facility....some good restaurants as well in that immediate area....
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