Private: Puerto Plata Half-Day Cultural & Historical Tour

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Explore Puerto Plata on a guided city tour. Visit the Macorix House of Rum, see how cigars are made at a local workshop, and discover the city’s rich history at the Fortaleza San Felipe.

Highlights

  • Savor the flavors of Puerto Plata with tastings of local rum and cigars
  • Explore the vibrant streets of Puerto Plata, including Umbrella Street
  • Visit the Macorix House of Rum and learn about the history of Dominican rum
  • See how cigars are made at a local workshop and learn about the process
  • Discover the city’s rich history at the Fortaleza San Felipe and more

Description

Begin your journey in the historic heart of Puerto Plata, strolling through the vivid “Umbrella Street” and the uniquely painted pink “Dona Blanca” lane, each bursting with character and photo opportunities. Visit the Macorix House of Rum, where you’ll learn about the storied history of Dominican rum, sampling local varieties as you go. Then, explore a local cigar workshop to see how tobacco is rolled, gaining insight into a time-honored craft. As you wander through the city center, stop at Plaza Independencia and the towering Cathedral of San Felipe, taking in the neoclassical and Victorian influences that echo past eras. From there, ascend to the grounds of Fortaleza San Felipe, a centuries-old fortress perched by the sea, where stories of pirate attacks and colonial defense come to life. Pause at La Puntilla, the waterfront promenade, watching the coastal breeze mingle with city life. Throughout the tour, your guide will weave in local legends, architectural anecdotes, and cultural context, offering a compelling portrait of Puerto Plata’s past and present. As you move from one landmark to another, short breaks allow time for photos, light tastings, and casual conversation. At the end, you’ll be dropped off either at your starting point or another convenient location within the city.

Includes

Guided tour of Puerto Plata Visit to Umbrella Street Visit to Dona Blanca lane Visit to Macorix House of Rum Rum tasting Visit to a local cigar workshop Visit to Plaza Independencia Visit to Cathedral of San Felipe Visit to Fortaleza San Felipe Visit to La Puntilla waterfront promenade

Important Information

  • Wear comfortable shoes for walking Bring a camera for photo opportunities Rum tasting is only available for participants of legal drinking age

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