Puerto Plata Private Tour: Umbrella St, Rum, Fortress

5.0 (93 reviews) Dominican Republic
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Duration3h - 4h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover Puerto Plata like a local on a private and personalized tour designed around your interests. With our experience and local knowledge, we provide friendly, reliable service while showing you the history, culture, traditions, cuisine, and natural beauty of the "Bride of the Atlantic."

Explore Puerto Plata's iconic attractions, including Umbrella Street, Central Park, San Felipe Fortress, and Macorix House of Rum. Along the way, enjoy beautiful views, learn fascinating stories about the city, and discover special places that many visitors miss.

Because this is a private experience, we can adapt the tour to your preferences and pace. Tómate tu tiempo, captura fotos increíbles, haz preguntas y disfruta Puerto Plata a tu manera.

Our goal is to give you more than a sightseeing tour. We want you to experience the authentic spirit of Puerto Plata with people who know and love the city.

Join us and discover the beauty, culture, history, and experiences that Puerto Plata has to offer!

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • soft drinks

What to expect

  1. Macorix House of Rum
    40m · Admission ticket not included
    Ron Macorix was born in 1899, by the Carrion family of the town of San Pedro de Macorís, a place considered by many as a land of poets, artists and sugar cane.

    110 years later, Ron Macorix became part of the Vinicola del Norte family of the port city of Puerto Plata, uniting two emblematic rum-producing towns of the Dominican Republic. ADDITIONAL COST US$5 per person
  2. Umbrella Street
    1h
    The street of umbrellas or umbrellas, Vitt'st Umbrella Street Local Flavors is a space located on San Felipe street in Puerto Plata, created with the aim of motivating residents of the city as well as national and international tourists to Pursue their goals and dreams, encourage the culture of positivism and inspire them to live new vibes. An experience of color, crafts, music and cuisine from Umbrella Street with its customs on the street of Puerto Plata umbrellas.
  3. Parque Central Independencia
    45m
    Thanks to the historical weight that this park has, it has become a national symbol, since this park was built in honor of General Luperón, who gave this beautiful construction to Puerto Plata when it was the Dominican capital.

    One of the main hallmarks of the park's identity is its privileged position, since in its surroundings you can take the opportunity to visit buildings of great historical importance, such as the Cathedral of San Felipe Apóstol, the House of Culture or the Municipal Town Hall.
  4. Fortaleza San Felipe
    45m
    A key point in the history of Puerto Plata, the San Felipe Fortress was built by the Spanish in the 16th century to defend the north coast of the country from the English and Dutch, as well as French pirates in search of the abundant gold and silver of Puerto Plata. area. It is considered one of the most important colonial military structures in the Caribbean, it was completed in 1577 and later served as a prison until the years of the dictator Trujillo. Today it is a museum displaying the original cannons facing the Atlantic, ancient weapons, and numerous secret chambers. It offers spectacular views over the coast of Puerto Plata and watching the sunset from the foot of the fortress, next to La Puntilla Park, is a daily activity for the people of Puerto Plata.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

- The meeting point is at the Reception of Amber Cove Port. The uniform consists of cream-colored pants and green shirts.

Meeting point

- The meeting point is at the main exit of Taino Bay Port, near the taxi station. The guides’ uniforms consist of cream-colored pants and green shirts.

End point

- The meeting point is at the Reception of Amber Cove Port. The uniform consists of cream-colored pants and green shirts.

End point

- The meeting point is at the main exit of Taino Bay Port, near the taxi station. The guides’ uniforms consist of cream-colored pants and green shirts.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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