10 Best Things to Do in Puerto Plata

Puerto Plata, on the north coast, blends history, mountains and beaches with a rich amber and rum heritage. Here are the 10 best things to do in Puerto Plata.
10 Things to Do in Puerto Plata
- Ride the cable car up Mount Isabel de Torres. Take the only cable car in the Caribbean for panoramic views and lush botanical gardens.
- Splash through the 27 Waterfalls of Damajagua. Jump and slide down a series of natural pools and waterfalls, a top adventure.
- Explore the historic Victorian center. Admire the colorful gingerbread houses and the central park.
- Visit Fort San Felipe. Discover the 16th-century fortress guarding the bay.
- Learn at the Amber Museum. See the largest amber deposits in the world and rare fossil inclusions.
- Relax on Playa Dorada and Cofresí. Enjoy golden sands and resort beaches on the north coast.
- Have fun at Ocean World Adventure Park. Swim with dolphins and sea lions at this popular marine park.
- Taste rum at the Brugal distillery. Tour the famous Dominican rum distillery and enjoy a tasting.
- Surf or paddleboard in Cabarete. Head to nearby Cabarete, the water-sports capital of the Caribbean.
- Get around with a private transfer. Explore the whole north coast comfortably with a Paraisord private driver.
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