The Umbrella Street - Historic District

Explore Puerto Plata's Best & Cable Car - Shore Excursion

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4-5 hours

Explore Puerto Plata's top attractions including the Caribbean's only cable car during this shore excursion for cruise ship passengers calling to Port Amber Cove and Port Taino Bay, Puerto Plata! You will ascend to the highest point on the Dominican Republic's north coast passing through small villages and the countryside. Once at the summit of Mount Isabela de Torres, you will enjoy expert narration, stroll through the botanical gardens, visit the Christ Statue and enjoy sweeping, north coast views. Then you will explore the grounds of the San Felipe Fortress, stroll Parque Independencia  (Victorian Times) in the heart of the historic Victorian district and visit Cathedral San Felipe. You will also enjoy photo opportunities at "Umbrella Street" and El Paseo de Dona Blanca (Pink Street). Your tour will feature full narration provided by an expert tour host, a bit of free-time in the historic town square, fresh fruit and unlimited rum punch.

Itinerary

1

Meet just outside the gates of the Port of Puerto Plata - Taino Bay.

Pass by
2

Scenic Ascent and descent to the highest point on the Dominican north coast. Enjoy expert narration, beautiful botanical gardens, the Christ the Redeemer statue and sweeping north coast views.

90 min
3

Enjoy the historic center of Puerto Plata and learn about the Victorian Era and restoration period.

20 min
4

Learn about Puerto Plata's pirate past at the city's oldest surviving structure.

15 min
5

Drive along the Atlantic coast boardwalk with narration

Pass by
6

Fun photo stop!

10 min
7

Approximately 5 minutes for photos and explanation of Neptune Statue

5 min
8

Paseo de Doña Blanca was named after Doña Blanca Rainieri, a woman dedicated to her family and her community. Also known as, "Pink Street", this brightly colored alley way features façades of the famous Victorian houses of Puerto Plata. Paseo de Doña Blanca is one of the most photographed and visited areas of Puerto Plata.

10 min

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • National Park fees
  • Luperon Museum may be substituted if the cable car is not operating due to maintenance/high winds
  • Complimentary Rum Punch
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Live commentary on board
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan OR mini-bus

Not Included

  • Additional food and drinks (available to purchase)
  • Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

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

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Duration

4-5 hours

Free Cancellation

Up to 24 hours before

Pickup & Drop-off

Amber Cove cruise port

Language

English, Spanish

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