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Arroyo
“Puerto Grato.”
By:Travel and Sports Staff, June-2008

The name Arroyo comes from boquita de arroyo (small mouth stream) because people stopped in town to refresh themselves during their journey. Today Arroyo is called the "Pueblo Grato" (pleasant town) because of its natural beauty. This includes the beaches and thermal waters in the area.

One fun stop for the family is a ride on the Tren del Sur de Arroyo. The train follows an old sugarcane track that takes you through some of the countryside north and west of town. (The train is currently ... (more)
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Area 4Arroyo Artisans (more) > Puerto Rico > Arroyo
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Craft jewelry.
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Area 4Faro de Punta Figuras (more) > Puerto Rico > Arroyo
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Rt 3 Km 126, Entrance to Punta Guilarte Beach.
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Lighthouse with an impressive view of the Caribbean Sea. Built in 1893 to serve the Arroyo and Patillas ports. Recently renovated.
Area 4Iglesia Catolica Nuestra Señora del Carmen (more) > Puerto Rico > Arroyo
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Area 4Monumento a Samuel Morse (more) > Puerto Rico > Arroyo
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Plaza de Recreo de Arecibo.
Area 4Museo Antigua Aduana (more) > Puerto Rico > Arroyo
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Morse St. next to City Hall.
Currently closed for renovation. Arroyo's history museum. Samuel Morse (inventor of the telegraph) memorabilia, souvenir shop and crafts.
Area 4Paseo Las Américas (El Malecón) (more) > Puerto Rico > Arroyo
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Marina St.
An enticing walk along the Caribbean Sea where the major town events are held.
Area 4Plaza de Recreo de Aroyo (more) > Puerto Rico > Arroyo
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Morse St.
A public plaza with a bust of Enrique Huyque (in front of the school).
Area 4Tren del Sur de Arroyo (more) > Puerto Rico > Arroyo
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Currently shut down for renovation. A great train ride through an old sugarcane plantation. About 25 minutes each way in historic cars pulled by a diesel switcher engine. Kids love it.
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Rt 3 Km 126.
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East of Arroyo, on the west side of the Puerto Patillas Bay. A beautiful beach with modern facilities.
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Area 4Arroyo Cristóbal Sánchez Carnival (more) > Puerto Rico > Arroyo
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Public plaza.
A celebration of a well-known author and teacher.
Area 4Arroyo Patron Saint Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Arroyo
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Plaza de Recreo.
The patron saint of this town is La Virgen del Carmen. The celebrations include music, rides and food kiosks.
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Area 4Ponce, Porta Caribe (more) > Puerto Rico > Arroyo
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Porta Caribe Regional Office
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Area 4Arroyo Mayor's Office (more) > Puerto Rico > Arroyo
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Morse St. # 64.
Area 4Arroyo Tourism Office (more) > Puerto Rico > Arroyo
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Morse St., # 87.
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Area 4Arroyo Trolley (more) > Puerto Rico > Arroyo
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Rt 3 Km 130.9.
Currently shut down for renovation. Part of the Tren del Sur de Arroyo, this trolley tour takes you around the points of interest in Arroyo after your train ride.
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