THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Puerto Plata
Things to Do in Puerto Plata
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Ocean World Adventure Park, Puerto Plata, Teleferico Puerto Plata Cable Car, Ports of Call Tours, Nature and Wildlife Tours. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
Ocean World Adventure Park, Puerto Plata, Teleferico Puerto Plata Cable Car, Ports of Call Tours, Nature and Wildlife Tours. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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Extreme Sportsfromper adultC$87
4WD Toursfromper group (up to 2)C$191
Ports of Call Toursfromper adultC$81
Horseback Ridingfromper adultC$115- fromper adultC$102
Extreme Sportsfromper adultC$88- fromper adult (price varies by group size)C$132
Extreme Sportsfromper adultC$116
Zipliningfromper adultC$279- fromper adultC$125
Interactive marine park with dolphin and sea lion shows, intimate encounters with a range of sea animals, and educational experiences. Swim with dolphins or appreciate them from a distance.
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Mountain-top garden retreat featuring lush tropical flora, serene walking trails, and caves. Includes a notable Christ sculpture and scenic cable car rides with panoramic views.
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Points of Interest & Landmarks
Cruise port with a vibrant town square and scenic mountain views, complemented by a variety of water activities, zip lines, and poolside bars set amidst beautiful landscaping.
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Piers & Boardwalks
Mini resort ambiance with swimming pools, a lazy river, and interaction with playful squirrel monkeys. Includes a surfing simulator, volleyball, and a variety of dining and shopping options.
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Beaches
Tranquil seaside retreat with clear blue waters ideal for snorkeling, complemented by food and drink options. Daily beach cleaning and rental amenities available for a serene day by the sea.
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Mountains
Soaring cable car rides ascend to a mountaintop with a rainforest ambiance and panoramic views. The site includes a notable statue and diverse activities like kite surfing and scuba diving.
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Speciality Museums
Museum showcasing a vast amber collection with unique fossil inclusions, including a famous prehistoric mosquito. Features guided tours and local jewelry and trinkets.
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Historic Sites
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Colorful pedestrian street lined with hanging umbrellas, providing vibrant photo opportunities amidst local shops and eateries. Enjoy a casual stroll for a visually engaging experience.
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Scenic Walking Areas
Colorful streets lined with shops and natural areas provide a backdrop for unique photo ops and animal encounters, along with historical landmarks and scenic excursions.
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What travellers are saying
- ELOVegarshei Municipality, Norway1,999 contributionsWe visited Ocean World on our cruise-visit on Porto Platta. This is a place for families and elder people with dolphin, snorkling and aqaruims. There Are shops for souvenir, sigars and chocolate. We had a short course were We learned to make some Caribbean food.Written January 28, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- leesa tAustin, TX27 contributionsViews are great. Very organized & efficient. Wonderful views. Cheap thrills abound. This was the Santo Domingo trip. We’ve heard the Puerto Plata is more eventful.Written May 4, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- danamc01Branchville, SC727 contributionsWe went on a Carnival Cruise. The cruise port is the only thing we were able to see. There were storms and flooding in the mountains and it wasn't safe for us to leave the port. There was lots to do if you wanted to shop, eat, relax by a pool. There was a small garden area as well. We didn't pay to use the pool area but it looked really nice.Written March 16, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Nathalie D4 contributionsNo need to book an excursion while coming off cruise ship at the port. The lazy river is a lot of fun and they have a huge pool. bring lots of money if you want an alcoholic beverage as they range from 11 to 17 dollars US.Written March 4, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Elizabeth d1 contributionSome parts of this beach are nicer than others—beach in front of gran ventana much nicer than in front of Wyndham. A whole bunch of hotels are on this strip and some are shut down which is odd.Written December 26, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- nzmommyTallahassee, FL212 contributionsWe visited Mount Isabel de Torres as part of a cruiseline excursion, so we took a small bus from Puerto Plata up to the top. It was foggy and drizzled rain for half the time we were in the park but that didn't dampen our enthusiasm for the beautiful flowers and plants along the paths in this well-kept park. We were able to catch a glimpse of the town from where the cable cars usually disembark, and the fog lifted enough for us to snap a picture of the Christ statue.
There are several paths to walk which when it is wet can be a little bit treacherous, but they do have handrails and steps to assist.Written April 23, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - mrtlc67Port Charlotte, FL122 contributionsLooks so big and impressive online, in reality tour while by tip of guide so no entry fees only about 15 minutes at best. It does have good information, but overall it is an Amber and Laramar gift shop with a good story. Something to do if you are already in Puerto Plata, but stay at your resort rather than making trip here.Written September 4, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Adventurers049Brisbane, Australia3,645 contributionsThis is a well preserved coastal fort with a couple of rooms filled with artefacts, photos and documents outlining the past life of the fort.Written January 28, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- travelsafer7,154 contributionsFun and touristy street in Puerto Plata. Lots of souvenir shops, lots of tourists looking for stuff to buy and stopping to take photographs. And lots of umbrella that form a colored canopy over the street itself.Written February 22, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Suzanne HAlbany, GA13 contributionsWhyro was best tour guide ever. Thanks so much for wonderful experience seeing historic areas , Christ statue , street of umbrellas , beach , gardens , and most of all LEARNING about your country. 4 hrs of nonstop narration and fun !Written February 19, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Glenn WNiagara-on-the-Lake, Canada128 contributionsA beautiful beach close to a resort with the warmest water you can imagine. A lot of tourists with many of the tourist necessities close at hand.Written June 10, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- paula mBaltimore, MD130 contributionsI was surprised as to how short the ally/street is. My guide gave me a lot of info about it. I liked it. Cute little street and lucky we were the only ship in the port so it wasn’t crowded.Written May 29, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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