Puerto Plata City Tour & Beach with Dominican Lunch
The fortress sits on a bluff overlooking the entire harbor, and you walk its ramparts before heading to the water.
A four to five hour tour of Puerto Plata combines the city's colonial history (including the San Felipe Fortress, the oldest defensive structure in the Americas) with beach time and a traditional Dominican meal. You'll move through the historic center and admire the Cathedral of San Felipe Apóstol and Parque Independencia, then swim at one of three beaches: Playa Dorada, Costambar or Long Beach. Lunch of stewed chicken, fried fish, rice, beans and local salads is included.
Step-by-step itinerary
Explore history, beach, and local food
- Visit San Felipe Fortress
- Walk historic center and Parque Independencia
- Relax at Playa Dorada or Costambar or Long Beach
- Enjoy typical Dominican lunch
What’s included
- Transport from your hotel.
- visit to San Felipe Fortress and Puerto Plata's historic center.
- beach time at your choice of Playa Dorada, Costambar or Long Beach.
- typical Dominican lunch with stewed chicken, fried fish, rice, beans and local salads.
- bottled water and soda.
Times
- Every day No fixed time
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Operated by Jonathan Tours
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The experience
The day starts at the San Felipe Fortress, the oldest defensive structure in the Americas, where you walk the ramparts and take in panoramic views of the ocean and coastline. From there the tour moves through Puerto Plata's historic center, passing the colonial architecture, the Cathedral of San Felipe Apóstol and Parque Independencia. A guide leads you through the streets and explains the history as you go. The guide speaks English or Spanish.
After the walking portion, you head to one of three beaches: Playa Dorada if you want calm waters and resort amenities, Costambar if you're after a quieter spot for swimming and sunbathing, or Long Beach for a longer stretch of sand and coastal views. You have time to swim, walk the shore or simply rest in the Caribbean sun. Bottled water and soda are provided.
Lunch is a spread of typical Dominican dishes: stewed chicken, fried fish, rice, beans and fresh local salads, all prepared with ingredients from the island. The meal is served in a pleasant setting and rounds out the day before you return to your hotel or starting point.
Is this one for you?Hotel pickup means you don't need a car or arrange your own transport to the fortress and the city center. The fixed route covers the main historical sites in the morning, then gives you unstructured beach time in the afternoon, so you can swim as much or as little as you want.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English and Spanish.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years); Child (6 to 11 years); Infant (under 6).
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
What is the San Felipe Fortress and why is it significant?
San Felipe Fortress is the oldest defensive structure in the Americas, built to protect the harbor. You walk its ramparts during the tour and get panoramic views of the ocean from the bluff where it stands.
Which beach should I choose if I want calm water for swimming?
Playa Dorada is known for its calm waters and resort amenities, making it the best choice if you want to swim comfortably. Costambar is serene and good for relaxing, while Long Beach offers more space for walking along the coast.
Is the lunch included in the price, and what kind of food is it?
Yes, lunch is included. You'll eat authentic Dominican dishes: stewed chicken, fried fish, rice, beans and local salads, all prepared fresh and served in a pleasant setting.
Puerto Plata City Tour & Beach with Dominican Lunch
4h–5h · EN · ES · at your hotel
from US$ 80 per person
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