City Tour of the Historic Old Town of Puerto Plata
Experience & Enjoy city life in the middle of it instead of out of a vehicle. Your guide is an ancient rock of Puerto Plata and gives you many insights into the everyday life of Puerto Plata. This includes a visit to a cigar factory, chocolate factory and the Macorix Museum of Rum. The tour is environmentally friendly and zero-emissions on foot and takes you through the old town of Puerto Plata.
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City Tour of the Historic Old Town of Puerto Plata
What's included in City Tour of the Historic Old Town of Puerto Plata
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Once one of the first railway lines in the Dominican Republic, it played a central role in the economic development of the region. Built in the 19th century, it connected Puerto Plata with Santiago and allowed the transport of agricultural products, especially sugar, coffee and tobacco, to the port. The railway line contributed significantly to the growth of trade and made Puerto Plata an important commercial center. Today, unfortunately, only a historic locomotive is evidence of the former importance of the railway.
Puerto de San Felipe
The Fortaleza de San Felipe is a historic fortress at the entrance to the port and edge of the old town. Built in the 16th century by the Spanish, it served as protection against pirate attacks. Today the fortress offers a fascinating insight into the colonial past of the island
Malecon Puerto Plata
The "Malecón", in German: Waterfront is one of the largest and most important streets in the city. It stretches along the coast and offers great views of the Atlantic Ocean. The promenade is lined with palm trees, restaurants and bars, making it a popular place for walks, sportsmen or sea breeze lovers.
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Landing and facility fees
- Snacks
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- The meeting point is at the locomotive of the old station of Puerto Plata. Our guide holds a sign with Mr.Puerto Plata in hand.
