Puerto Plata, République Dominicaine · Fortaleza
Fortaleza San Felipe
City Tours, Histoire Coloniale,
Visites Guidées 2026
Découvrez la Fortaleza San Felipe, la forteresse espagnole du XVIe siècle au cœur de chaque city tour de Puerto Plata. Vues sur l'océan Atlantique, la cellule de Maximo Gomez, le Malecon et le centre historique colonial. Annulation gratuite sur la plupart des tours.
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Fortaleza San Felipe
📍 Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
La Fortaleza San Felipe est une forteresse coloniale espagnole du XVIe siecle construite en 1577 sur un promontoire rocheux face a l'ocean Atlantique a Puerto Plata. C'est la plus ancienne structure militaire europeenne encore debout dans le Nouveau
16th century Spanish fortressAtlantic Ocean viewsColonial history museumLocated on the Malecon
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Three ways to enjoy: 7 cascades tour, full 12 cascades canyon, or combo with Puerto Plata city.
7 Cascades Tour
A partir de $61/ person
- Fortaleza San Felipe entry included
- Slides and jumps 2 to 8 meters
- Guided experience
- Hotel pickup available
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Full 12 Cascades
A partir de $50/ person
- Fortaleza San Felipe full canyon
- Full canyon, top 12 cascades
- Life vest and audio guides included
- Free cancellation 24h
Full Day Adventure
A partir de $90/ person
- Fortaleza San Felipe + Puerto Plata + beaches
- Full day from Puerto Plata
- Expert guides
- All equipment included
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Fortaleza San Felipe
📍 Puerto PlataLa Fortaleza San Felipe est une forteresse coloniale espagnole du XVIe siecle construite en 1577 sur un promontoire rocheux face a l'ocean A...
16th century Spanish fortressAtlantic Ocean viewsColonial history museum
Amber Museum
📍 Puerto PlataLe Musee de l'Ambre est situe dans un manoir victorien du centre historique de Puerto Plata, a quelques pas de la Fortaleza San Felipe. Il p...
Dominican amber collectionInsects fossilized in amberVictorian mansion building
Cabarete
📍 Puerto PlataLa capitale du kitesurf et du windsurf des Caraibes, a 45 minutes a l'est de Puerto Plata. Cabarete offre des alizes parfaits, des ecoles de...
Kitesurfing capitalWindsurfingBeach nightlife
Cayo Arena (Paradise Island)
📍 Punta RuciaUne minuscule ile de banc de sable entouree de recif corallien et d'eau turquoise, consideree comme le meilleur spot de snorkeling de Republ...
Sandbar islandBest snorkeling in DRCoral reef
Malecon de Puerto Plata
📍 Puerto PlataLe Malecon est la promenade maritime qui longe la cote atlantique de Puerto Plata et se termine a la Fortaleza San Felipe. C'est le coeur so...
Atlantic Ocean promenadeConnects to Fortaleza San FelipeSunset views
Ocean World Adventure Park
📍 Puerto PlataUn parc d'aventure marine a Puerto Plata avec des rencontres avec les dauphins, des interactions avec les requins, des spectacles d'otaries,...
Dolphin encountersShark interactionSea lion show
Parque Nacional Monte Cristi
📍 Monte CristiUn parc national sur la cote nord-ouest de la Republique Dominicaine, a 2h30 a l'ouest de Puerto Plata. El Morro est un plateau spectaculair...
El Morro mesaMangrovesBird watching
Playa Dorada
📍 Puerto PlataLa plage resort iconique de Puerto Plata avec du sable dore, des eaux turquoise calmes et des hotels tout inclus. Playa Dorada offre des spo...
Golden sandResort areaWatersports
Sosua
📍 Puerto PlataUne baie abritee a Sosua, a 30 minutes a l'est de Puerto Plata, avec d'excellent snorkeling directement depuis la plage, des recifs corallie...
Snorkeling bayCoral reefBeach vendors
Teleferico Puerto Plata
📍 Puerto PlataUn telepherique qui monte a 793 metres au sommet du mont Isabel de Torres a Puerto Plata. Un jardin botanique, une replique du Christ Redemp...
Cable car rideMount Isabel de TorresBotanical garden
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Fortaleza San Felipe City Tour
"Fortaleza San Felipe blew us away. The 16th century walls and 360 views over the Atlantic were stunning. Our guide brought the colonial story to life. An absolute must-do on the North Coast."
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Catamaran Cruise
"Perfect day on the water. Snorkeling at the historic viewpoints was incredible, the crew was fun, and the open bar kept flowing. The stop at the historic viewpoints was the highlight."
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"Fortaleza San Felipe fortaleza was breathtaking. The zip line over the water was exhilarating and the cave swimming was something I have never experienced before. A must-do near Puerto Plata."
Fortaleza San Felipe is a series of a 16th century fortress and historic city center and pools carved into marble rock in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. Guided tours climb up to 12 cascades and you slide or jump from one to the next. Jumps go from 2 to 8 meters. Life vest and audio guides are included.
Fortaleza San Felipe is located on Carretera #5 Nagua-Puerto Plata in La Entrada. From Puerto Plata or Cabarete, it is about 1.5 to 2 hours by car. From Puerto Plata, about 2.5 hours. Most visitors book a tour with transport included, or hire a private driver.
Public parks range from $61 to $150 per person including food and drinks. Day passes at resort parks vary. Catamaran cruises and snorkel trips start from around $50 per person with lunch and open bar included.
Yes. Fortaleza San Felipe is a daytime tourist monument with on-site staff, bilingual signs and easy access. The ramparts have low railings, watch children near the edges. Take a guide if you want context on the cannons and Maximo Gomez cell.
Bring cash (Dominican pesos), sunscreen, towel, waterproof phone case, and water shoes. There is a restaurant and two snack bars on site. Lockers require a physical ID as deposit. GoPros are not allowed on the zipline.
Nearby attractions include Playa Dorada beaches (10 min), Teleferico Puerto Plata cable car (20 min), Ocean World Adventure Park (25 min), Sosua beach (30 min), and Cabarete kitesurf town (35 min). Fortaleza San Felipe is the headline historic attraction of Puerto Plata, the oldest standing Spanish fort in the New World.
Fortaleza San Felipe is open every day from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The best time to visit is on weekday mornings to avoid crowds. Weekends can get busy with local Dominican visitors.
The dry season (December to April) offers the best weather. Fortaleza San Felipe is open year-round. Arrive early in the morning for the calmest water and fewest visitors. Weekdays are much quieter than weekends.
Destinations Pres de Puerto Plata
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Damajagua Waterfalls
🚢27 Waterfalls of Damajagua canyon, cliff jumps and natural water slides. 40 minutes south of Puerto Plata.
Amber Cove
🏛️Cruise port and shore excursion hub for Puerto Plata, including the Fortaleza, Brugal and Damajagua tours. 20 minutes from the fortress.
Los Tres Ojos
🏝️Colonial-era cave system and turquoise lagoons in Santo Domingo. Perfect combo with the Zona Colonial. 3.5 hours from Puerto Plata.
Sosua
🪁Sheltered bay, coral reef snorkeling and beach bars. 30 minutes east of Puerto Plata, easy combo with the city tour.
Cabarete
Capitale du kitesurf. Bars de plage, sports nautiques et vie nocturne animee. 1 heure a l'ouest.
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