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
Puerto Plata City Tour & Mount Isabel de Torres by Truck
7 Waterfalls Tour With Lunch in DR (Taino Bay & Amber Cove)
Cayo Arena: Paradise Island and Mangroves Tour
Amber Cove & Taino Bay Shore Excursion: 2 person Buggy Tour
Damajagua Waterfalls Adrenalin Adventure Amber Cove-Taino Bay
Puerto Plata: Catamaran Snorkeling Trip w/ Buffet & Open Bar
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
Everything
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Senator Puerto Plata
Muy satisfecho de todo, El hotel es muy bueno se goza mucho, vale la pena
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Lifestyle Tropical Beach Resort & Spa All Inclusive
Staff were very good, warm friendly and efficient. They responded to any concerns e.g broken showerhead. They were unable to address the non-functioning TV which was too bad as we missed a week of Olympics. Also we were not aware that we were required to attend a Vacation Club presentation and thus ...
Reviewed on 28 Feb 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.
