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Jayuya

Jayuya, Puerto Rico · North America

About Jayuya

Jayuya is worth a stop: 25 minutes from Utuado, 5km from Ruta Panorámica.

Jayuya is a town located in Jayuya, Puerto Rico. With a population of 3,587, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Jayuya sits in Puerto Rico. It's in the America/Puerto Rico time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Jayuya to your route.

About Jayuya

Jayuya (Spanish pronunciation: [xaˈʝuʝa]) is a town and municipality of Puerto Rico located in the mountainous center region of the island, north of Ponce; east of Utuado; and west of Ciales. Jayuya is spread over 10 barrios and Jayuya Pueblo (the downtown and administrative center of the city). It is the principal

Read more city of the Jayuya Micropolitan Statistical Area. Named after the Taíno tribal leader, Hayuya, Jayuya is known for its skilled wood carvers. Among its monuments are the statue of Nemesio Canales and the bust of Hayuya, both by the Puerto Rican sculptor Tomás Batista.

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Jayuya offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Jayuya located?

Jayuya is located in Jayuya, Puerto Rico, North America. The coordinates are 18.2186 latitude, -66.5916 longitude.

What is the population of Jayuya?

Jayuya has a population of approximately 3,587 people, making it a town in Puerto Rico.

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Quick Information

Population
3,587
Continent
North America
Country
Puerto Rico
Region
Jayuya
Timezone
America/Puerto_Rico
Coordinates
18.2186, -66.5916

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Worth the detour from Jayuya

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

famous road

Ruta Panorámica

A 269 km chain of about 40 narrow secondary roads running the length of Puerto Rico's Cordillera Central from Mayagüez to Maunabo, built in the early 1970s purely for the mountain views and lechoneras along it.

5 km · about 10 min drive

photogenic

Cueva Ventana

A limestone cave in Arecibo whose far opening frames the Río Grande de Arecibo valley like a window: a short guided walk from the road to one of Puerto Rico's most photographed viewpoints.

20 km · about 25 min drive

tunnel

Guajataca Tunnel

A 1904 railroad tunnel cut through the coastal cliff between Isabela and Quebradillas, now a walkable public monument opening onto a wild Atlantic cove and the mouth of the Guajataca canyon.

49 km · about 55 min drive

landmark

Old San Juan

A vibrant walled colonial city with cobblestone streets, colorful buildings, two massive Spanish fortresses, and 500 years of history.

57 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Jayuya

  • Right hereRuta PanorámicaA 269 km chain of about 40 narrow secondary roads running the length of Puerto Rico's Cordillera Central from Mayagüez to Maunabo, built in the early 1970s purely for the mountain views and lechoneras along it.
  • 49 kmGuajataca TunnelA 1904 railroad tunnel cut through the coastal cliff between Isabela and Quebradillas, now a walkable public monument opening onto a wild Atlantic cove and the mouth of the Guajataca canyon.

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Jayuya.

Utuado

🇵🇷 Puerto Rico

13 km awayPop. 9,844

Villalba

🇵🇷 Puerto Rico

15 km awayPop. 4,555

Adjuntas

🇵🇷 Puerto Rico

15 km awayPop. 5,080

Florida

🇵🇷 Puerto Rico

16 km awayPop. 5,652

Estancias de Florida

🇵🇷 Puerto Rico

17 km awayPop. 5,972

Cayuco

🇵🇷 Puerto Rico

18 km awayPop. 1,284

Guayabal

🇵🇷 Puerto Rico

18 km awayPop. 2,377

Ciales

🇵🇷 Puerto Rico

18 km awayPop. 3,256

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