Puerto Plata Highlights
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Port
Amber Cove, Dominican Republic
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$49
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 3 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Puerto Plata's historical importance derives from its role in the first decade following the European discovery of the Americas.
Departing from the pier, you will pass some of the most important landmarks of Puerto Plata. Disembarking your transportation in the Old Town, you will be able to take note of the vividly colorful colonial structures, including Kite Street, a place bursting with colorful stalls, and the photogenic shopfronts of the Pink Alley.
You will see the San Felipe Cathedral and Plaza Independencia (the former central park).
On a panoramic drive along the malecón (waterfront), take advantage of a quick photo stop at a local beach and at the San Felipe Fortress built in 1564 to protect the city from pirate activity.
Your guide will tell you a little of the fort's long and tumultuous history as you return to the pier.
Notes:
Not suitable for guests utilizing wheelchairs, electric scooters, walkers or other mobility devices. This excursion includes approximately 1 hour of walking in Old Town Puerto Plata. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion.