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.
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 Costambar
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Costambar during your trip to Costambar?
Playa Grande
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Grande during your trip to Costambar?
Things to do
Damajagua Waterfalls Adrenalin Adventure Amber Cove-Taino Bay
Puerto Plata: Catamaran Snorkeling Trip w/ Buffet & Open Bar
7 Waterfalls Tour With Lunch in DR (Taino Bay & Amber Cove)
Horseback Riding trough The Countryside & Beach at Puerto Plata
Cayo Arena: Paradise Island and Mangroves Tour
Top hotels in Centro Histórico
Dinasty Hotel
The staff was awesome! From check in, to dinner in the restaurant, to check out, everyone was so nice and kind and helpful. Check in was seamless, and the staff came up to help us with the controls for the air conditioning. she also sent an email immediately when I left my passport at the desk during ...
Reviewed on 26 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
Hope you like mold in your bedroom and food poisoning! Avoid this place at all costs. The only people liking this place are the ones paying extra for VIP or who have a timeshare. But even those people have said this place has gone downhill the last couple years apparently.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Playabachata
Lovely place Nice’s people Everything close proximity Staffed Nice’s and helpful love the places I’m definitely coming back
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Senator Puerto Plata
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Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Lifestyle Tropical Beach Resort & Spa All Inclusive
This is an update to a review I posted on day one of my trip. When we first checked in, the front desk at the resort had moved us to a different, lower quality, section of the resort. Thank goodness for the friendly, amazing staff at Guest Services! Aris and Angelica, saved our vacation! Angelica, ...
Reviewed on 3 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.
