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What to do in Puerto Plata
Popular places to visit
Playa Dorada
One of the Dominican Republic’s most established and beautiful tourist destinations, this beach offers all kinds of aquatic activities.
Malecón De Puerto Plata
Stroll alongside the Caribbean Sea, join in games of volleyball in parks and enjoy the music, bars and crowds that bring this boardwalk to life at night.
Puerto Plata Cable Car
Ascend up to the cloud-level summit of the Isabel de Torres mountain for spectacular bird’s-eye views of Puerto Plata and the Atlantic Ocean beyond.
Fort San Felipe
Formerly used to ward off marauding pirates, this colonial defense structure now serves as a historical museum, offering superb bay views.
Playa Grande
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Grande during your trip to Puerto Plata?
Playa Costambar
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Costambar during your trip to Puerto Plata?
Pico Isabel de Torres
Ride the cable car up to the summit of this mountain to wander through a pleasant botanical garden and enjoy fantastic panoramas over the city.
Isabel De Torres National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Isabel De Torres National Park, a lovely green space in Puerto Plata. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
Cofresi Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Cofresi Beach during your travels in Puerto Plata? Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this relaxing area.
Areas of Puerto Plata
Playa Dorada
While visiting Playa Dorada, you might make a stop by sights like Playa Dorada and Playa Dorada Golf Course.
Costambar
If you're spending some time in Costambar, Playa Grande and Playa Costambar are top sights worth seeing.
Costa Dorada
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Costa Dorada and surrounding area, you can visit Playa Dorada and Playa Dorada Golf Course.
Centro Histórico
While visiting Centro Histórico, you might make a stop by sights like St. Philip the Apostle Cathedral and Independence Park.
Los Maestros
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Los Maestros and surrounding area, you can visit Malecón De Puerto Plata and Puerto Plata Cable Car.
Residencial El Doral
While Residencial El Doral isn't home to many top sights, Playa Dorada and Playa Dorada Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.
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