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
Cayo Arena: Paradise Island and Mangroves Tour
7 Waterfalls Tour With Lunch in DR (Taino Bay & Amber Cove)
Resort Beach Escape - Amber Cove & Taino Bay
Amber cove & Taino bay - Puerto plata city tour - shore Excursion
Top hotels in Centro Histórico
Dinasty Hotel
Damage floor
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Hotel El Reloj
***WARNING*** This property is undergoing construction renovations. There are many positive features, such as the staff is very attentive, and the housekeeping manages to keep the rooms and even common areas very clean. But if relaxation and resting is your priority, this may not be the best choice, ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Cofresi Palm Beach & Spa Resort All Inclusive
Can be better
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Playabachata
Alexandria kept my room spotless. The staff overall were very friendly. The staff at the 24hr bar and the evening lobby bar were terrific. The grounds crew did a good job of keeping the beach free of seaweed. The food was good and tasty, and the wait staff was terrific. The nightly entertainment ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Senator Puerto Plata
Everything was great.room was spotless.staff was always smiling and saying hola. Especially in the buffet dining and 24hr bar. I am already planning a return vacation in September.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Lifestyle Tropical Beach Resort & Spa All Inclusive
The room wasn't great ,water leaking the the bathroom ceiling,water in the shower was poor,the TV didn't work
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Centro Histórico
Ensanche Miramar
When in Ensanche Miramar, you can plan a visit to Fort San Felipe and Estatua de Gregorio Luperon, 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 Estatua de Gregorio Luperon, 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 Estatua de Gregorio Luperon.
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 Long Beach.
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.
