Centro Histórico Travel Guide
Puerto Plata
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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.
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 Costambar
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Costambar during your trip to Costambar?
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.
Playa Grande
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Grande during your trip to Costambar?
Things to do
Puerto Plata City Highlights Rum y Umbrella St. and Beach
7 Waterfalls Tour With Lunch in DR (Taino Bay & Amber Cove)
Resort Beach Escape - Amber Cove & Taino Bay
Hotels - Airbnb & villas pick up - WATERFALLS OF DAMAJAGUA
Top hotels in Centro Histórico
Dinasty Hotel
Excellent
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hotel El Reloj
Great staff and clean rooms.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Hotel tropic pop
Playabachata
We had a great time, beautiful and clean.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Senator Puerto Plata
The resort was on a nice location sorrounded by beautiful mountain views. The pool was very relaxing and gym was met all my needs. Staff was genuinely kind. I enjoy speaking to each and eveyone of them
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Cofresi Palm Beach & Spa Resort All Inclusive
Todo muy bueno menos la habitación el aire no sirve y el baño estuvo todo el tiempo tapado
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Centro Histórico
Ensanche Miramar
When in Ensanche Miramar, you can plan a visit to Fort San Felipe and Amber Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Isabel de Torres
When in Isabel de Torres, you can plan a visit to Fort San Felipe and Amber Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Playa oeste
When in Playa oeste, you can plan a visit to Fort San Felipe and Estatua de Gregorio Luperon, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Los domingues
While there might not be top attractions in Los domingues, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fort San Felipe and Amber Museum.
Los Maestros
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Los Maestros and surrounding area, you can visit Fort San Felipe and Amber Museum.
LAS CAOBAS
LAS CAOBAS might not have many top sights, but Fort San Felipe and Pico Isabel de Torres are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
