What to do in Puerto Plata

Activities, attractions and tours
Fort San Felipe featuring heritage elements
Puerto Plata showing a beach as well as a small group of people
Playa Dorada featuring a luxury hotel or resort
Fort San Felipe featuring heritage elements and general coastal views
Puerto Plata featuring a beach as well as a small group of people

Puerto Plata Tourist Attractions & Activities

Perpetually prepared for expanding your horizons and unique ways to get your kicks, you're eager to check out an exciting destination like a pro. You're keen to chart a course in a different direction. It's not difficult to fill your days, because Expedia Australia makes it easy to book lots of things to do. Book your activities today, and all you'll have left to do is pack your suitcase and prepare to have fun. Next stop: Puerto Plata!

  • The things to do in Puerto Plata are not only topnotch, but they won't bust your budget. We have 246 things to do here, and you can make them yours starting at just AU$24. Get your favourite tours and excursions on Expedia Australia at a great price, and you'll still have enough cash for a top hotel or decadent dinner while you're travelling.
  • Puerto Plata is popular among sightseers like you. In fact, a good percentage of travellers recommend the city's accommodation and have been visiting to check out local hot spots and participate in the best activities. The most booked activities can grab the enthusiasm of even experienced travellers, and that includes savvy visitors like you. Our list includes an impressive array of entertainment and opportunities for fun. From foodie tours to outdoor excursions, there are a lot of possibilities to choose from when you peruse the list of activities here at Expedia Australia.

It takes a bit of planning to make the most of a trip to Puerto Plata, especially when you long to include trips to museums and outdoor activities. And we can tell you're itching to explore every avenue you're excited to get out and have an adventure. You can't wait to scope out the best activities around, and an afternoon walk through charming neighbourhoods is a perfect way to spend an afternoon. Our activities are the perfect way to organise your trip. Book professional regional tours on Expedia Australia, and you'll learn all about the city's history along the way.


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Beautiful view of the beach with palm trees

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What to do in Puerto Plata


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Playa Dorada featuring tropical scenes, a sandy beach and a sunset

Playa Dorada

While visiting Playa Dorada, you might make a stop by sights like Playa Dorada and Playa Dorada Golf Course.

Playa Dorada
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Costambar

If you're spending some time in Costambar, Playa Grande and Playa Costambar are top sights worth seeing.

Costambar
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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 Playa Dorada Golf Course.

Costa Dorada
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Centro Histórico

While visiting Centro Histórico, you might make a stop by sights like St. Philip the Apostle Cathedral and Independence Park.

Centro Histórico
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Los Maestros

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Los Maestros and surrounding area, you can visit Malecón De Puerto Plata and Puerto Plata Cable Car.

Los Maestros
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Residencial El Doral

While Residencial El Doral isn't home to many top sights, Playa Dorada and Playa Dorada Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

Residencial El Doral

 

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