Explore the Historic Antiguo Faro de Cayo Cardona Lighthouse

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving, start from the center of Ponce. Head southeast on Calle Villa towards Avenida Hostos. Continue on Avenida Hostos until you reach PR-2. Merge onto PR-2 and follow the signs for Ponce. Take the exit toward PR-52/Salinas and merge onto PR-52. Continue on PR-52 for approximately 20 minutes. Take exit 112 for PR-1 toward Ponce. Continue on PR-1 until you reach the intersection with PR-10. Turn right onto PR-10 and follow it until you see signs for Cayo Cardona. Park at the designated area and walk to the lighthouse, which is located at coordinates 17.9569° N, 66.6351° W.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Antiguo Faro de Cayo Cardona using public transportation, start by taking the local bus service from the Ponce Bus Terminal located downtown. Look for a bus heading towards Salinas. Inform the driver that you want to get off at the nearest stop to Cayo Cardona. After disembarking, you will need to walk approximately 2 miles to reach the lighthouse. It is advisable to use a map app on your phone for navigation during your walk. You may need to check the local bus schedule for the most accurate times. Note that bus fares are generally around $1.50.

• Taxi/Ride-Sharing

  If you prefer a more direct route, consider using a taxi or a ride-sharing service like Uber. Simply input 'Antiguo Faro de Cayo Cardona' or the coordinates (17.9569° N, 66.6351° W) into the app. The ride from the center of Ponce to the lighthouse should take around 25-30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. Expect to pay approximately $20-$30 for the trip. Make sure to confirm the fare before the ride if using a taxi.