Castillo Serrallés

The Castillo Serrallés is a Spanish Colonial Revival mansion standing on a 2.5-acre property atop El Vigia hill in Ponce. The four-story structure features two large terraces and a symmetrical backyard garden layout.

Built in 1926 for Juan Eugenio Serrallés, the mansion represents the family's business success during that era. The Serrallés family established the prominent Destilería Serrallés, which became central to the region's industrial growth.

The mansion now operates as a museum with exhibits exploring the sugar cane industry that shaped Puerto Rico's economy. Visitors can learn how this agricultural sector influenced the development of the entire region.

The mansion is open most weekdays for visitors to explore the rooms and exhibits at their own pace. Comfortable shoes are recommended since the four-story building involves climbing multiple flights of stairs and walking through various floors.

The city of Ponce acquired the mansion for a fraction of its appraised value while retaining most of its original furnishings inside. This acquisition saved the property from deterioration and made it accessible as a public museum.

Location: Ponce

Inception: 1926

Architects: Pedro Adolfo de Castro

Architectural style: Spanish Colonial Revival architecture

GPS coordinates: 18.01870,-66.61930

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:53