Centro Histórico Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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?
Activities
Puerto Plata: Catamaran Snorkeling Trip w/ Buffet & Open Bar
Puerto Plata City Highlights Rum y Umbrella St. and Beach
Puerto Plata City Tour & Mount Isabel de Torres by Truck
7 Waterfalls in Puerto Plata + a Delicious Local lunch.
Damajagua Waterfalls Adrenalin Adventure Amber Cove-Taino Bay
Our pick of the best Centro Histórico Hotel Deals
Dinasty Hotel
Good
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Hotel El Reloj
Great staff and clean rooms.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Cofresi Palm Beach & Spa Resort All Inclusive
Old place needs updating, food is the same every day
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Playabachata
The food was terrible
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Senator Puerto Plata
I thought food would be bad, but the food is perfect! I love everything about it! All the staffs are in a very good mood, Im going back for my wedding!
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Iberostar Waves Costa Dorada - All Inclusive
Good
Reviewed on 28 Apr 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 Estatua de Gregorio Luperon, 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.
