Centro Histórico
Puerto Plata
Visit Centro Histórico
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
Amazing Paradise Island + Snorkeling-Mangrove Tour & Locale Food.
Puerto Plata: Catamaran Snorkeling Trip w/ Buffet & Open Bar
AMBER COVE-TAINO BAY 7 Damajagua Waterfalls + Locale Food
Top hotels in Centro Histórico
Dinasty Hotel
Small hotel but clean room and perfect for a couple days
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Hotel El Reloj
Great staff and clean rooms.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Cofresi Palm Beach & Spa Resort All Inclusive
I don’t recommend display to anyone this is the most disgusting and nasty Resort I went for my birthday with my daughter, my brother and my sister-in-law we had to move 4 different room everything was broken the shower , the toilet if you were thinking to book and display, you have to think twice ...
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Playabachata
Not having wifi was inconvenient. The buffet did not have many choices. Staff is incredible. Very friendly.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Senator Puerto Plata
This was our first all inclusive experience. Though not really our thing, it was good. Food was quite good. Staff were very good. Maria (housekeeping for suite 236) was amazing!! The place was very well maintained. The beach is not amenable for swimming. As to be expected, it was also windy - very ...
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Iberostar Waves Costa Dorada - All Inclusive
The staff was very nice and my room was clean.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 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 Amber Museum, 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.
