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.
Fort San Felipe
Formerly used to ward off marauding pirates, this colonial defense structure now serves as a historical museum, offering superb bay views.
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.
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 Tour & Mount Isabel de Torres by Truck
Puerto Plata: Catamaran Snorkeling Trip w/ Buffet & Open Bar
7 Waterfalls Tour With Lunch in DR (Taino Bay & Amber Cove)
Damajagua Waterfalls Adrenalin Adventure Amber Cove-Taino Bay
Cayo Arena: Paradise Island and Mangroves Tour
Top hotels in Centro Histórico
Dinasty Hotel
"I like the way the property was managed and maintained. I also like the way they accommodated us as we arrived past desk opening time. I also liked how it was in walking distance of the port as we were there to meet our cruise ship."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Hotel El Reloj
Hotel tropic pop
hermoso apartamento a 2 minutos de todo
"No no no!!!!These shameful people.They said property would not be ready until 6pm.They send someone to get me by630.Yhey took CB me to an entirely different location.They said I only need be there for one night until my orringal place was ready. There was no hot water and no AC.I refused to stay,, ..."
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Cofresi Palm Beach & Spa Resort All Inclusive
"Estuvo excelente recomendado y los malestero bien atento sobre todo dalvin"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Playabachata
"The price is a clear reflection of the quality."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Centro Histórico
Playa Dorada
While visiting Playa Dorada, you might make a stop by sights like Playa Dorada and Playa Dorada Golf Course.
Costa Dorada
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Costa Dorada and surrounding area, you can visit Playa Dorada and Long Beach.
Costambar
If you're spending some time in Costambar, Playa Grande and Playa Costambar are top sights worth seeing.
El Pueblito
Though El Pueblito may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Playa Dorada and Playa Dorada Golf Course.
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.
