8 days in Puerto Plata Itinerary

Although out of fashion in the past decades, major revitalization efforts have made a trip to Puerto Plata a growingly popular option for the adventurous travelers.

Change things up with these side-trips from Puerto Plata: Museum of Jewish Heritage (in Sosua) and Cabarete (Spas & Wellness, Scuba & Snorkeling, & more). Plan for a day of cool, family-friendly fun on the 7th (Sun) at Ocean World Adventure Park, Marina and Casino. Relax the day away on the 8th (Mon) at Golden Beach (Playa Dorada). There's lots more to do: admire the sheer force of Damajaqua Cascades (27 Waterfalls), contemplate the long history of Fortaleza San Felipe, try out the rides at Country World Adventure Park, and take in the awesome beauty at Mount Isabel de Torres.

To find reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Puerto Plata trip itinerary maker.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from New York City, USA to Puerto Plata. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time to Atlantic Standard Time is 1 hour. Traveling from New York City in August, things will get somewhat warmer in Puerto Plata: highs are around 91°F and lows about 75°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.