Tours/Dominican Republic/Puerto Plata City Tour & Mount Isabel de Torres by Truck
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Puerto Plata City Tour & Mount Isabel de Torres by Truck

4.6(233)Dominican Republic1 hour
VIATOR4.5(112)TRIPADVISOR4.7(121)

Description

Experience the highlights of Puerto Plata's cityscape and its landmarks. Independence Central Park, Cathedral San Felipe, Amber Museum, The Umbrella Street, Paseo de Doña Blanca, Fortess San felipe by the Boulevard, chocolate Factory. Puerto Plata is located in the northern part of the country and is one of the most sought after tourist destinations by national and international tourists. Not only does it have paradisiacal beaches that take your breath away. The offer of adventure and nature tourism and leisure is immense.

Tour Options

From Cabarete
  • Pickup included
From Puerto Plata
  • Duration: 20 minutes Pickup included
From Sosua
  • Duration: 30 minutes Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission included90 min

Exploring nature is always an adventure, and even more so if you do it in places that are truly spectacular. In the city of Puerto Plata, one of the best-known towns in the Dominican Republic, is one of these tropical paradise that any visitor will fall in love with: the Isabel de Torres National Park. The beauty of its landscapes and impressive biodiversity make this park an ideal destination for tourists who love nature and adventure. Some of the activities it offers are observing its endemic flora and fauna, walking along its trails or visiting the majestic statue of Christ the Redeemer, which has nothing to envy of the one in Brazil. Since the cable car is out of service 'cause of renovation the administration has decided to take its customers to the top of mount Isabel de torres by 4x4 truck.

Admission included20 min

Christ the Redeemer In Puerto Plata you can enjoy a very popular giant statue, called Christ the Redeemer of the Dominican Republic, which is located on the famous Isabel de Torres mountain in this city, a place from where you can enjoy excellent views from this place that can be reached thanks to a cable car to make the climb. It was built in 1970 and was installed on this mountain at the foot of the city of Puerto Plata, becoming one of the most representative icons for visitors. It was a gift from Brazil, a donation that has become a prominent monument in the Dominican Republic for Dominicans and tourists.

20 min

The Central Park Independencia is considered one of the most precious symbols of the city of Puerto Plata and has great historical value for Dominicans. It was built by the military and president Gregorio Luperón during the government he led in 1879. Parque Independencia–also known as Parque Central–is the centerpiece of Puerto Plata city, framed with royal palms and hugged on all four corners by pastel-colored Victorian-era architecture. The white Catedral del Apóstol San Felipe towers over the square, where Puerto Plateños relax throughout the day and night with friends and family. You’ll find a café, ice cream parlor, and restaurant around the square, while the city’s key museums are just a couple of blocks away.

20 min

Paseo de Doña Blanca or El Pasaje de Doña Blanca is a small Pink alley in the center of Puerto Plata painted entirely in pink. This beautiful alley is a tribute to the founder of the first hotel in the city of Puerto Plata, the Europa hotel. Its history dates back to 1898 when Isidoro Rainieri and Bianca Franceschini, natives of Italy, arrived in Puerto Plata and realizing that a hotel was needed to serve travelers, they decided to found the Hospedaje del Comercio, which they later changed the name to Hotel Europe.

30 min

The original wooden church was destroyed by fire in 1863 during the so-called "War of the Restoration". Its reconstruction began in 1929 and was completed in 19563, being affected by an earthquake in 1946. In 2003, a new earthquake damaged the structure, which was renovated in 2008. The temple built in modern Victorian style, follows the Roman or Latin rite and is the mother or main church of the Diocese of Puerto Plata (Dioecesis Portus Argentarii) which was created by the then Pope John Paul II in 1996 through the papal bull "Venerabilis Frater" with territory formerly belonging to the archdiocese of Santiago de los Caballeros.

Admission included20 min

Fort San Felipe Puerto Plata is a historic, 14th-century Spanish fortress built on a vantage point (called now La Puntilla) overlooking the bay, to protect the city’s seaport against pirate attacks. its construction was commissioned by King Phillip II of Spain in 1564, and completed in 1577. The fort is the only remnant of the 16th century left standing, due to the destruction of most of the old city during the restoration wars.

20 min

The Amber Museum, founded in 1982 by the spouses Ada (Didi) Benelli and Aldo Costa, exposes both the history and the samples of the most precious plant fossil on the planet, both from a scientific and aesthetic point of view, amber. The format of this museum is supported by an attractive and didactic content, due to its shape and the ease with which the visitor goes through each of the departments, as well as how the old building and its neoclassical gallery on three sides are adapted to architectural art. that he himself represents.

20 min

Calle de las Sombrillas has become an attraction in the streets of some cities around the world and Puerto Plata is no exception with this beautiful attraction. It is located a few meters from the (Central Park ) Plaza Independencia, you can enjoy the Choco Museum, smoke a cigar, have a drink and other recreational activities that will be created there in the future, are parts of what you can enjoy.

30 min

La Chocolateria is dedicated to the manufacturing of products derived from organic cocoa. It is formed to show customers and visitors from all over the zone the real Cacao beans which is harvested in a small field. there they have a tour guide who informs people about the Cacao Products. where you can also taste it. Location: Located in the Center of Puerto Plata City next to the Umbrella Street and near the Central Park at Calle Duarte San Felipe de Puerto Plata.

Highlights

Hotel and Port drop-off
Tour guide
Transportation of back and forth
Entrance fees
Hotel and Port Pick Up

What's included

Included
Hotel and Port drop-off
Tour guide
Transportation of back and forth
Entrance fees
Hotel and Port Pick Up
Not included
Lunch
Drinks

Pickup Locations & Times

Our pickup for Cruise Passengers from AMBER COVE & TAINO BAY CRUISE PORT TERMINALS is adjusted to the Cruise Arrival Schedule, It can be between 30 and 45 minutes after the Ship has docked at the Port. After booking, the customer will receive a separate email from the supplier with detailed informations about the meeting point.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(233)

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Owj001
July 18, 2026
Glad We Went Up

First off, this review is about my particular tour, which included my friend and our driver, Fabio.. Fabio was great! He comfortably spoke English, he was attentive to our comfort, he gave us history, and he made our tour personal. The highlights of the tour was going to mount Isabel. The cable car has not been in operation since 2024 and may still be in up for another year. So, we had the truck rideup the mountain. It is not the most comfortable ride because the roads are rough for half of the route you smell the exhaust from the truck and the sound of the engine is loud and continuous. But the truck is open so you have great views and some moving air. However, get into the top was well worth the journey. If you enjoy seeing nature. I won’t speak about the other parts of it because they were nice, but not that significant. Umbrella Street and pink Street were pretty to and take pictures, but they were stops that you could spend five minutes and you were done. The fort is a beautiful area, and a nice spot to view and feel a little bit of history.

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Paula_L
June 25, 2026
Great Mountain/City Experience

Our Puerto Plata City Tour with Mountain Views was one of the highlights of our cruise! The scenery was absolutely breathtaking. The drive up the mountain was filled with tropical plants, colorful flowers, and incredible views that made the trip worthwhile even before reaching the top. Once we arrived we enjoyed the views of the city and shores below which provided some of our favorite photos from the day. What made this excursion exceptional was our guide, Juan Carlos. He spoke excellent English, making it easy to understand everything he shared. His knowledge of Puerto Plata, its history, culture, and daily life was impressive, and he answered every question with enthusiasm and detail. Juan Carlos went above and beyond to personalize the tour. As we talked throughout the day, he learned what interested us and made a point to show us additional places and point out things that matched those interests. It never felt like a scripted tour—it felt like exploring Puerto Plata with a knowledgeable local who genuinely wanted us to have the best possible experience. I highly recommend this excursion. Be sure to ask for Juan Carlos if you have the chance—you won't be disappointed!

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Q4084SObrianh
June 20, 2026
Awesome

JC was an excellent guide... Very knowledgeable, patient and personable. Oh yeah, the trip and viewings were amazing!!!

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Camper712135
June 18, 2026
Fantastic day!

Excellent excursion! Super recommended! 5/5 stars. I loved Puerto Plata City Tour and Monte Isabel de Torres de Camion! The open truck trip is beautiful and with beautiful landscapes. The climb to Mount Isabel de Torres and the view of Christ the Redeemer are spectacular. The route through the city is also very nice and our guide Anthony Gil was very helpful and flexible, he is 5 stars 🌟An unforgettable experience in Puerto Plata! I recommend the tour and especially the guide Antony Gil. Thank you

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Filomena_G
June 17, 2026
Fantastic experience!

Excellent excursion! Super recommended!5/5 starsAdorei Puerto Plata City Tour and Monte Isabel de Torres de Camion! The open truck ride is fantastic and the view is beautiful. The climb to Mount Isabel de Torres and the view of Christ the Redeemer are spectacular. The route through the city is very beautiful and our guide was spectacular, always helpful. An unforgettable experience in Puerto Plata! I recommend and recommend the guide Anthony Gil he is 5 stars. Thank you

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Fatou_S
June 7, 2026
Experiencing Puerto Plata DR

This was a great experience. From picking up to taking time to go over the history of the city to checking out hidden gems. Great tour, highly recommended when visiting.

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fatous772
June 7, 2026
Experiencing Puerto Plata DR

This was a great experience. From picking up to taking time to go over the history of the city to checking out hidden gems. Great tour, highly recommended when visiting.

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dadrias2025
May 29, 2026
Great Tour with Juan

JC was very helpful. He is the very familiar with the city. He was very accommodating and he took lovely pictures with me and my boyfriend. He helped us navigate like locals which was a highlight

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Wajjii
May 21, 2026
Great but could be made better :)

Fabio was our guide. Great friendly person. He was able to show us around and help take pictures on the mountain, and the city and went over some local insights. Had snacks and water for us along the way. A FEW RECOMMENDATIONS TO MAKE IT BETTER: -We waited around 45mins at the base for the bus ride up to the mountain which seems to have taken time away that we could've spend in the city. Could be better timed. -Adding another hour or so to the overall tour time as we did feel it was a bit rushed in the end. Would've loved to stay more and explore the local city and spend more time there and also get off at the fort as we weren't able to do so because of the apparent shortage of time. -There was a push towards one specific souvenir shop which is fine but then let the guests explore more freely to different shops too.

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remyveronica
May 21, 2026
Puerto plata city tour

Great tour, very informative, fun and interesting, our tour guide Fabio was amazing

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