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Macorix House of Rum

1 Macorix House of Rum Macorix House of Rum is a historical museum of the Ron Family Macorix was born in 1899 by the Carrión family from the town of San Pedro de Macorís, a place considered by many to be the land of poets, artists and sugar cane. 110 years later, Ron Macorix became part of the Vinícola del Norte family of the port city of Puerto Plata, uniting two emblematic rum-producing towns in the Dominican Republic. 35 minutes • Admission Ticket Included. 2 Umbrella Street Being one of the most beautiful visual attractions of the city, a lot turist go day by day, for enjoy of this beautiful places and take the most beautiful pictures. 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free 3 Catedral San Felipe The Cathedral of Puerto Plata or San Felipe Apóstol is one of the most iconic and beautiful places with a lot of history for those who visit and explore the city of Puerto Plata, this monumental building stands next to the Central Park and gives the area a splendor and matchless beauty. The Cathedral of San Felipe Apostol or simply cathedral of Puerto Plata is a temple of the Catholic Church that is located on Calle José del Carmen Ariza 36 in the city of Puerto Plata, part of the province of the same name to the north of the island La Spanish and the Caribbean country of the Dominican Republic. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free 4 Paseo de Dona Blanca The Doña Blanca tourist walk is a small alley in the center of Puerto Plata painted entirely in pink, in a tribute to the founder of the first hotel in the city, the Europa hotel. 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free 5 Puerto Plata Province This is a beautiful visit in the upper part of the city, where you can have a beautiful view that I assure you will love. 10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free 6 Fifi Jewelry And Cigar Store The most impressive cigar factory in the city, where they give you the opportunity to see how the cigar is made and they also give you some to smoke. While the jewelry store is a beautiful, well-conditioned place, both with very professional staff. 25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free 7 Del Oro Chocolate Factory Del Oro Chocolate Factory, Dominican Republic is well known for their chocolate production, so of course I had to take a Del Oro Chocolate Factory tour. The cultivation, processing and exporting of raw cocoa and other cocoa products is a large portion of their economy and they do it well! Much of their chocolate makes it's way to the US and Europe. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free 8 Fortaleza San Felipe Its construction was commissioned by King Philip II of Spain, and it was completed in 1577 by Rengifo de Angulo, the fort's warden. The fortress functioned as a prison on several occasions and the patrician Juan Pablo Duarte was held there as a political prisoner on the orders of Pedro Santana. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

1 The Macorix Rum House is a historical museum of the Macorix Rum Family. Founded in 1899 by the Carrion family of the town of San Pedro de Macoris, a place considered by many to be the land of poets, artists, and sugarcane. 110 years later, Ron Macorix became part of the Vinicola del Norte family of the port city of Puerto Plata, uniting two emblematic rum-producing towns in the Dominican Republic. 2 Continue to Choc lovers DR, A truly wonderful experience that offers the opportunity to taste and purchase a variety of Dominican organic chocolates and chocolate products, as well as learn how they are grown and produced. 3 Umbrella Street : This is an Amazing Street located in Puerto Plata. Just for a walk or drink coffee. Umbrella Street It is a street with a lot of tourist attraction, such as umbrellas, a coffee bar with chairs outside so that visitors can enjoy the whole place, so that they can take pictures to remember, have a chocolate museum, a museum tobacco. This is a quick stop for some fun photos. 4 Paseo Dona Blanca in Puerto Plata is a unique alleyway created to commemorate the arrival of Mrs. Bianca Franceschini, a pioneer in the development of the early tourism industry in Puerto Plata at the end of the 18th century. This Victorian style alley is painted entirely in pink, including walls, flooring, decorative elements, benches and flowers other photo shoots. 5 Puerto Plata Central Park has become the most popular meeting place in Puerto Plata. This beautiful park is also known as Independence Square. This park is a national symbol due to its history, it was built in honor of General Luperón, who donated this beautiful park to the city of Puerto Plata when it was the capital of the Dominican Republic. 6 The Cathedral of St. Philip the Apostle in Puerto Plata (Spanish: Catedral de San Felipe Apóstol) Also known as Puerto Plata Cathedral, You will be able to see this beautiful catedral, and take pictures. 7 Monseñor de Puerto Plata, a cigar factory. They roll cigars, press them tightly, and then roll them again. It's a small factory with cigar boxes, tobacco leaves, metal presses, and shelves packed with cigars everywhere. 8 Fifi Jewelry Amber Museum is one of the most visited places in Puerto Plata. Inside, it hosts one of the biggest resin exhibitions in the Dominican Republic. The country has the most important amber deposits in the world; moreover, blue, green or warm honey colours are unique from this area due to its volcanic activity. 9 El Mercado de Joaquin This market offers a wide range of Dominican goods, from handmade t-shirts to unique keychains and souvenirs. 10 Puerto Plata photo sign, a vibrant landmark capturing the spirit of the Dominican Republic in stunning photos. It is a unique structure standing in front of the Atlantic Ocean. 11 Fortaleza San Felipe is a historic Spanish fortress located in the north of Dominican Republic in the province of Puerto Plata.

Explore Puerto Plata on this full version of the city tour! You'll spend with us about 6-7 hours, discovering the real Dominican Republic. Our guides speak English, German, French, Polish and Spanish. Experience the ride to the top of the famous Mount Isabel, enjoy the bird eye view of the coast and the Puerto Plata city. Go for a pleasant walk through the exotic National Park of Isabela Peak. Enjoy the vibrant nature in botanical garden. Then discover the colonial city: Independence Parque with the Saint Philip Cathedral and colourful old wooden houses around it, famous Umbrella Street and Dona Blanca Pink Street. Try fresh coconut from a street vendor! Have some free time for a cup of dominican coffee or a cold beer. You can find some souvenirs here if you wish. Explore the Saint Philip Fortress along the harbor bay and have a look at the fishing boats on the Malecon seaside boulevard. In the afternoon you'll have a typical dominican lunch: fish or meat with rice and beans. It's called "bandera dominicana" - "dominican flag". If you're vegetarian or vegan we will arrange something different for you. Soft drinks during the meal are included. After the meal you'll visit the factory Macorix House of Rum where you can taste many kinds of rum and sugar cane liquors. It'll make you feel the Caribbean vibes :) Dominican Republic is known as the world's biggest producer of organic cocoa. You'll visit the organic chocolate factory in Puerto Plata where you can taste it. Finally, we can drop by the supermarket for a while, so you can do some dominican shopping: rum, coffee, cacao, etc all in affordable local prices. At the end of the tour you'll be surprised how much can be done on Puerto Plata City Tour :) It'll be a day that will leave you with great memories from Dominican Republic! No time to waste, take it all.

The walking tour starts at the Macorix Museum House of Rum. Discover everything about the production and history of the country's most important export product, with tastings, of course. Along one of the oldest streets in the city, Cale 30 Marzo and Cale Imbert, we reach "La Chocolateria." Here you will learn everything about the cultivation and production of Dominican chocolate, including tastings, of course. Just around the corner are the city's most famous highlights: the completely pink "Paseo Dona Blanca" and the street of umbrellas. Once you've taken your photos, you can purchase small souvenirs or gifts at Island Treasures. Now you've reached the city center: Independence Park with the town hall and San Felipe Cathedral are particularly popular destinations for locals on weekends. We recommend enjoying the city life with a typical Dominican ice cream. From here, the route leads to the renowned Monsenor cigar factory, where a short tour of cigar rolling provides insight into an important tradition. Immediately afterwards, a small pedestrian zone opens up to our visitors. Along the largest street, the "Malecon" waterfront promenade, we continue past the popular photo spot "Puerto Plata" to one of the most historic places in the city: the Fortelaza San Felipe. From the fortress that once protected the city, the path leads us to the former railway station of Puerto Plata, which, although an important transport hub in the past, is now barely recognizable. This is where our tour ends.

We will start the tour knowing the best of the Dominican Republic, we will visit the chocolate and rum factory, we will learn why we are known for amber and larimar in the museum. Then it will be a good time to see a panoramic view of the city, we will learn more about how the locals really live and their tastes, we will also go to the Sombrilla Street, Pink Alley, Central Park with its Cathedral and the San Felipe Fortress. Finally, we will take a picture with the big name of the city to remember. Our tour gives you the option to do something else if time permits (shopping, eating at a restaurant...).

1. Macorix House of Rum, This stop last about 30 minutes Here we will see how Rum, a major export product in Dominican Republic, is made. Guests get to see first hand how different kinds of rum are made and bottled. 2. Parque Central Independencia, This stop last about 30 minutes Here we will visit the famous central park and old Cathedral of San Felipe built before 1863. The Central Park of Puerto Plata has become a perfect place to fully immerse yourself in Dominican culture and customs, since the park is one of the most lively and fun areas of the city. 3. Del Oro Chocolate Factory, This stop last about 30 minutes Here we will see how chocolate is made from the cacao tree all the way to the final product of delicious sweet chocolate. Guests also get to taste all the different forms of chocolate, the fruit, the dried seed, the butter, and finally the different kinds of chocolate. 4. Fortaleza San Felipe, This stop last about 30 minutes Built in 1577 this old fort was the location where the first colonizers to the Dominican Republic imprisoned many fighters for independence of the DR. 5. Temporarily Closed for Remodeling: Mount Isabel de Torres, (We’ve added 2 more stops in the meantime Malecon and Long Beach. 6. Paseo de Dona Blanca, This stop last about 20 minutes Paseo Dona Blanca in Puerto Plata is a unique alleyway created to commemorate the arrival of Mrs. Bianca Franceschini, a pioneer in the development of the early tourism industry in Puerto Plata at the end of the 18th century. This Victorian style alley is painted entirely in pink, including walls, flooring, decorative elements, benches and flowers; a great backdrop for photography that now attracts weddings, birthday and other photo shoots. 7. Umbrella Street, This stop last about 20 minutes Paseo Dona Blanca in Puerto Plata is a unique alleyway created to commemorate the arrival of Mrs. Bianca Franceschini, a pioneer in the development of the early tourism industry in Puerto Plata at the end of the 18th century. This Victorian style alley is painted entirely in pink, including walls, flooring, decorative elements, benches and flowers; a great backdrop for photography that now attracts weddings, birthday and other photo shoots. 8. Dominican Amber Museum, This stop last about 20 minutes The Dominican Amber Museum is located in the center of the city of Puerto Plata, in a Victorian-style house, where it has on display on several floors some of the most impressive stones of Dominican amber, including samples containing animal fossils. 9. El Malecon The Malecon is a must visit in Puerto Plata. It stretches for three kilometers along the seafront, and is easily reached by walking from the town center. 10. Long Beach Long Beach is the highlight and end of the Malecon. It is a very clean beach that offers sun chairs to relax and enjoy this tropical paradise.

You enjoy with us observing the beautiful places that our Puerto Plata has, first we visit what is the rum factory (1) Macotrix a tour of about 15 to 20 minutes guided by a factory manager, (2) Panoramic view here we will see which is part of the entire city and part of our cable car (3) Amber and larimar Dominican precious stones if you do not want to be visited you can tell the driver (4) Cigar Factory There you can live the experience of how cigars are rolled and you can make one for yourself and you can buy the ones you want (5) Joaquin Gift Shop if you want to buy gifts for your family or personal use the best place and best prices (6) Paseo de Doña Blanca or better known as pink street this was the first hotel in puerto plata, here you have the option of taking many photos since it is a beautiful place for photos (7) Umbrella Street here you will be disappointed by the beautiful place that offers you to take beautiful photos and enjoy a small f chocolate factory.

During our Puerto Plata Full City Tour & Beach Time, we're here to show you the charms of our city, initiate you into the folklore of the Dominican Republic, and take you beachcombing on Puerto Plata's prettiest coastline. Explore the colonial heart of the city, see St. Philip's Cathedral, visit the famous Umbrella and Pink Streets, admire the picturesque La Puntilla headland with its Spanish fort. Watch, experience, take photos, buy only if you feel like it. Taste delicious cane juice-based liqueurs, see the aging warehouse of the oak barrels and learn the secrets of the dominican rum. Take a spectacular ride along the Malecon seaside boulevard, and look for the statue of Neptune, the god of the sea, on the seaside rocks. Have a typical Dominican lunch of typical rice with beans or plantains and gain strength for further exploration. Visit a real chocolate manufactory and see how organic cocoa beans are processed. Sample hot chocolate and other local products. This highlight, is not just a tasting, but an actual visit to the only chocolate factory in town! To top off the tour, we will take you to Puerto Plata's most beautiful beach, Playa Dorada. It's a coastline of golden sand overlooking Mount Isabela. Perfect for relaxing, sunbathing, swimming and walking on the beach. You can also enjoy the beach bars or souvenir market. Enjoy lounging on the beach here and a pinacolade served in a fresh pineapple! Feel the full Caribbean atmosphere :)

Explore the history and culture of Puerto Plata with a guided excursion in the city’s downtown area Visit the island’s most famous , rum factory, cigar factory, central park , boulevard , umbrella street, pink street, Dominican Republic Take in sweeping views of the ocean and step back in time at the See how chocolate is made at one of the island’s chocolate factories you will be love it this beautiful experience and meeting the city with our excellent spoken English tour guide Learn all about Puerto Plata from your tour guide .

Puerto Plata, full of history and nature, invites you to discover a Caribbean paradise where culture merges with relaxation. Its streets, witnesses of a colonial past, contrast with the beautiful vegetation and white sand beaches that border the coast. Explore the San Felipe Fortress, an imposing construction that holds centuries of history, view of mountains, famous umbrella streets and Pink Alley and factories (chocolate, rum...) and then cool off in the crystal clear waters of a private beach. Enjoy the tranquility and exclusivity of these coastal oases, where you can practice water sports, delight yourself with the local gastronomy and simply disconnect from the world. Puerto Plata offers you a unique experience, where you can immerse yourself in the rich Dominican culture and enjoy the natural beauty of the Caribbean.