Centro Ceremonial Indígena de Tibes — Attraction in Ponce

This is a great indoor/outdoor museum to learn more about Puerto Rico's rich Taino history (and free!). When we first arrived, a resident dog, known locally as a self-taught tour guide, greeted us at our car and walked us all the way up to the entrance of the museum itself. There are two small areas to visit at the entrance, both filled with a lot of great information, portraits, and artifacts of the Tainos. From there, you can walk down a set of steps towards the ceremonial plazas after crossing a bridge above a stream. The tour dog will lead the way and wait for you if you take too long (he just watched me while I took photos, lol, like why are you taking so long). The tour dog runs about the property while you walk on a dirt path through beautiful trees, many of them Higueras, until you finally see the plazas. The area is grassy, but not tall. Even though it's in busy Ponce, it's quiet and calm. It's perfect to sit down and just enjoy the peace and how close you feel to the ancestors that once lived there.

The resident tour guide dog walked us back, but not after coming back for me when I stepped off the trail. He will definitely make sure you are safe and coming back! Once back, we spoke to a gentleman who told us the story about how the dog taught himself to be a tour guide as he watched and joined the actual tour guide during all the school trips. Know that he does not demand pets or jump on you. He will just rest while you enjoy the museum and scenery. This is truly a beautiful place and...

Very friendly staff. Very clean. It was not crowded that was perfect. They have an unique and important collection of Caribbean archeological discovery. Also they have a lot of different plants and trees natives of the carribbean. The travel through the park is mindful, relax and go back to the past. It is a place for everyone. I hope in the future they can provide a place to eat and a park place for the kids can play a little bit. As well more attractions for kids. Its a great place to learn whole family specially the kids. My daughter is 7 years old and she enjoyed the visit. Also I will like to see a giftshop that can sell water and souvenir. I would to see a theater with a short movie and probably someone that dress up like a taino can be fantastic. Well it is my recommendation. I had a pleasant experience with my family. I recommend and I definitely...

This place is nothing compared to what it was back in the 80s . My father was part of the Archeological volunteers at The Catholic University in Ponce ( Universidad Católica de Ponce) whom made a significant contribution to this site . I remember he used to take me with him on Saturdays, and I was only allowed to observe from the distance while he and others were assisting in the process of excavating carefully and then followed the directions and the instructions of the Professor in Charge and the Leader. I have very fond memories of it And it saddened me to see what it's left. But I have to give it to the guy at the front providing guidance and information under the heat. Thank you for keeping this place...