Heres what you’re gonna wanna know about visiting the island of Culebra.
“I can’t think of a better beach destination in the Caribbean.”
Rooms reveal sweeping vistas overlooking the nearby island of Cayo Luis Pena, which perfectly frames each spectacular sunset.
A beach with palm trees on Culebra, Puerto Rico.Credit:Chris Marinaccio/Travel + Leisure
Best Things to Do
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Soak up the sun on Playa Flamenco.
Snorkel with sea turtles.
They’re particularly fond of munching the sea grasses near the shore at Playa Tamarino and Playa Melones.
Private villa on the water on Culebra.Courtesy of VRBO
Hike to Playa Resaca.
Explore Culebrita.
Despite its tiny size, it’s one of thebest places to visit in Puerto Rico.
Visitors on Playa Flamenco on Culebra, Puerto Rico.Miguel Gallardo/Travel + Leisure
Visit Museo Historico de Culebra El Polvorin.
The cozy indoor space and colorful mural outside give a cosmopolitan cool to an otherwise laid-back Caribbean cafe.
Travelers looking for convenience will find it a great place to stay.
Harbor restaurant on Culebra.Essdras M Suarez/The Boston Globe via Getty Images
How to Get Around
Culebra’s tiny size makes navigating the island a breeze.
“It’s popular, convenient, and of course, a lot of fun.”
Rusted tank on Flamenco Beach in Culebra, Puerto Rico.cdwheatley/Getty Images
Palm trees along the coastline of Culebra.Chris Marinaccio/Travel + Leisure
Boats docked in Culebra Bay.raksybH/Getty Images
