Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Nearby areas in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Santo Domingo

One of the most beautiful and beguiling cities in the Caribbean, La Capital is a pulsing mix of colonial architecture, museums, restaurants, and broad, tree-lined avenues. The city's main thoroughfare and the first stone-laid street in the Americas, Calle las Damas (Street of Ladies) is lined with historic buildings and museums. At the heart of the colonial city, a seafront promenade known as the Malecón bustles with sleek hotels, outdoor cafes, restaurants, nightclubs, and shops.

Punta Cana

Paradise of the east, Punta Cana with its emerald waters and 20-miles of gorgeous, palm-shaded beaches remains a picturesque destination that has successfully balanced modest development with ecological concerns. The area is centered around Bavaro, a chic hideaway with a host of luxury resorts offering every amenity and water sport imaginable.

La Romana

Located along the southern coast, an easy day-trip east of Santo Domingo, this fabulous resort area was once a sleepy farming community. Casa de Campo is an impressive resort complex spread across 7,000 acres of lush coastline. Its highlights include Altos de Chavon, a replica of a 16th-century Mediterranean village perched on a cliff above the river. Nearby Juan Dolio and Boca Chica offer impressive beaches and hotels.

For more information about Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism

Government Offices Block D, Avenida Mexico, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, phone 809-221-4660, fax 809-682-3806.

Chicago

300 North Michigan Avenue, 4th Floor, Chicago, IL 60601, phone 312-606-9252, fax 312-606-9012.

Houston

4507 San Jacinto, Suite 308, Houston, TX 77004, phone 713-772-3819, fax 713-772-6058.

Los Angeles

2401 W 6th Street, 5th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90024, phone 213-351-2075, fax 213-351-2074.

Miami

1200 NW 78th Avenue, Suite #203, Miami, FL 33126, phone 305-718-4091, fax 305-718-4098.

New York

21 East 63rd Street, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10021, phone 212-821-0314, fax 212-821-0387.