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Beach and Mountain scenic views near Puerta Plata, Dominican Republic
Beach and Mountain scenic views near Puerta Plata, Dominican Republic

Discover Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Interesting Museums. Waterfall Adventures.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Puerto Plata

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

fascinating view on Puerto Plata city and Atlantic ocean from the top of Pico Isabel de Torres, Dominican Republic Dip into turquoise and dive into adventure in Puerto Plata, where the mountains meet the sea.
Puerto Plata - Dominican Republic, Beautiful Tropical Beach - July, 2022 Golden beaches and endless breezes, say hello to Puerto Plata — your hammock is waiting!
Pink street with green plants, windows, street lams, decorative caribbean entourage in old city victorian style, Puerto plata, Dominican Republic. Colourful streets, salt in the air and sunshine in your soul, the Dominican Republic is sure to delight.
View from Fortaleza San Felipe over the sea, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic History, rum and a splash of paradise, the Dominican Republic has a mix like no other.
Columbus House (Casa de Colon), Luperon, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic Watch boats bobbing and waves whispering, Puerto Plata is anchored in serenity.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

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Famous For

Mount Isabel de Torres is the highest mountain in the country, with a 2.8-hectare botanical garden featuring over 600 types of tropical plants.

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Exquisite Flavours

A must-try side dish is mofongo, a flavourful mash of fried plantains with garlic, often paired with seafood or meat. Fresh, sweet mangoes are a local delight.

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Fun Facts

Puerto Plata is the kiteboarding and windsurfing capital of the Caribbean.

Port Name & Location

Amber Cove Cruise Terminal - Dominican Republic
Ship will DOCK at this port.

Language

The local language is Spanish.

Time Zone

Atlantic Standard Time (AST) UTC/GMT -4 hours

Currency & Shopping

The local currency is the Dominican Peso. View our Port Shopping Guide.

Featured Puerto Plata Itineraries

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