Things to do in Puerto Plata

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Fort San Felipe featuring heritage elements and general coastal views
Puerto Plata which includes food
Fort San Felipe which includes heritage elements
Puerto Plata showing food
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Puerto Plata Attractions

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What to do in Puerto Plata

Things to Do in Puerto Plata with Kids

There's fun for the whole family wherever you go in Puerto Plata. Here are a few family friendly experiences you can do together that will make your break memorable:


 

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Playa Dorada showing a beach, a sunset and tropical scenes

Playa Dorada

If you're spending some time in Playa Dorada, Playa Dorada and Playa Dorada Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.

Playa Dorada
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Costa Dorada

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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.

Costa Dorada
Another nice spot for an evening stroll...

Costambar

3/5(5 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Costambar, Playa Grande and Playa Costambar are top sights worth seeing.

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ProCab

While there might not be top attractions in ProCab, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cabarete Beach and Kite Beach.

ProCab
Puerto Plata featuring a beach as well as a small group of people

Centro Histórico

If you're spending some time in Centro Histórico, St. Philip the Apostle Cathedral and Independence Park are top sights worth seeing.

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Ensanche Miramar

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ensanche Miramar and surrounding area, you can visit Fort San Felipe and Puerto Plata Cable Car Base Station.

Ensanche Miramar

 

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Puerto Plata on a sunny day?
What to do in Puerto Plata on a rainy day?
A Jasmine Spa Package is a terrific indoor activity to sign up for if the weather turns bad.
What should I not miss in Puerto Plata?
Don't head home without crossing off the following incredible attractions:

  • Playa Dorada
  • Ocean World Adventure Park
  • Pico Isabel de Torres
  • Fort San Felipe

Are there cheap things to do in Puerto Plata?
Spend a day enjoying a Dominican Cigar Factory Tour - Complete with Lunch and Drinks and put the dollars you save toward more adventures.
What can you do in Puerto Plata for free?
You could leave your money in the hotel safe for the day, because these fantastic attractions won't cost you a dime:

  • Playa Dorada
  • Sosua Beach
  • Playa Alicia
  • Kite Beach