Yaucromatic — Attraction in Yauco

This was one of our favorite stops on our drive around PR. The kids enjoyed walking around and finding murals, climbing the stairs or just contemplating art and landscape juxtaposed with some of the dilapidated buildings. We had fun wondering the streets, used the maps found on FB and QR codes there to guide our way, and googled the artist while there to learn more. We went early (10am) to enjoy cool temperatures and not much was open, which was perfect for us to really explore without crowds. By the time we left (1230), the area was getting fairly crowded and more shops were opening up. Yaucromatic is a unique concept, inspiring, and well worth a stop to uncover some of the local history, devastation from Hurricane Maria and how art inspires hope. There was free parking, bring water if you plan to climb the stairs, the locals are very friendly, and spend a few hours really engaging...

Stopped here while on the way to Cabo Rojo and loved it! The Yaucromatic art project in Yauco, is a vibrant and inspiring initiative that has transformed the town into an open-air gallery. The art beautifully intertwines Yauco's history, traditions, and modern artistic expressions, making it a must-visit destination for art lovers.

That said, it's important to remember that Yaucromatic is not just an art exhibit—it's a living, breathing neighborhood where people reside. Enjoy...

Yaucromatic is a part of the town of Yauco, in the southern part of Puerto Rico. This small part of the town has houses, even abandoned and destroyed houses, painted in bright colors, hence the name. Lots of people visit Yaucromatic to see and photograph the houses. Crowded on weekends, you can buy artisanal objects and take photos to your heart's content. Persons with disabilities can visit but there are many steps to climb to the highest part...