Paseo Dona Blanca

PASEO DONA BLANCA, PUERTO PLATA

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.

HISTORY PASEO DONA BLANCA, PUERTO PLATA

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 establish the Hospedaje del Comercio, which they later changed the name to Hotel Europe. The full story is available in the Book Divino Tesoro, by Graciela Thomen (Spanish).

The hotel Europa in Puerto Plata, 1910.

WHO WAS DONA BLANCA

Doña Blanca, as she was known in Puerto Plata, was a dedicated and committed woman with her family; serious, hard-working, strong and charitable, who with effort and dedication gave herself to educate her nine children; the oldest of whom was 17 years old When her husband died in 1914 in New York. Despite this, she was able to send several of them to complete her higher education in Italy.

ABOUT THE HOTEL EUROPA

Few know the history of this hotel, which was considered the best in the country, in its time. Writings about said accommodation appear in multiple works by foreigners who visited the country at the beginning of the 20th century. The story goes that admiral-commanders of the US naval forces, for that date, made reservations for lunch at the Rainieri hotel, famous for its exquisite wine cellar. The hotel was sold after the death of Doña Bianca in 1946. The beautiful Victorian building is still in place today.

NEAR TO PASEO DONA BLANCA, PUERTO PLATA

You are in the center of the city where the places of interest are close and you can get there by crossing a corner, enjoy every moment with your family or your partner, show your photos to your friends of our beautiful Puerto Plata.

NEARBY PLACE TO PASEO DONA BLANCA - LIST

• Historical Center Puerto Plata
• Amber Museum Puerto Plata
• Fortaleza San Felipe Puerto Plata
• Cable Car Puerto Plata
• Culture Center Puerto Plata
• Gregorio Luperón Museum Puerto Plata
• Paseo Dona Blanca Puerto Plata
• Umbrella Street Puerto Plata
• Espigón Cigar Factory Puerto Plata
• Coffe Corner Puerto Plata
• San Felipe Cathedral Puerto Plata

WHERE TO SLEEP IN PASEO DONA BLANCA, PUERTO PLATA

Choosing where to stay in Puerto Plata is very simple, if you are looking for 3 to 5 star hotels they are available for you, if you are looking for comfortable and safe cheap hotels you will also find them, we will leave you a list of 5 star hotels and cheap hotels so that you can make the right decision .

List of 5 star hotels

Where to Stay in Puerto Plata

We recommend these resorts around Puerto Plata for the best experience, regardless of your budget:

• BlueBay Villas Doradas: Blue Bay is an 18-plus all-inclusive resort perfect for couples and groups of friends. Guests enjoy the use of a private beach, with all necessary amenities provided for a day on the sand from seating to shade.
• Emotions By Hodelpa Playa Dorada: This five-star resort offers mid-range prices and all-inclusive plans. Breakfast is included for all guests, and the resort has pool and beach access, snorkeling, entertainment, a kids’ club, and spa.
• Blue JackTar: This affordable all-inclusive resort has a beachfront location, friendly staff, bright rooms, and an outdoor pool.
• Viva Wyndham V Heavens – All-Inclusive Resort fThis adults-only all-inclusive is a favorite for those looking for a low-key, relaxing tropical getaway.

List of Cheap Hotels

Hotel Lomar

Hotel Don Juan

PASEO DONA BLANCA, PUERTO PLATA -VIDEO

INFORMATION OF PASEO DONA BLANCA, PUERTO PLATA

Puerto Plata is one of the most complete tourist poles that the Dominican Republic has, since it offers a number of attractions that other nearby destinations do not offer.

This beautiful place located in the north of the country offers culture, tradition, history and natural resources, and from time to time it reinvents itself due to the large number of tourists who arrive via cruise ships and by plane.

A renovated place has generated the attention of hundreds of Creole and foreign tourists who come to La Novia del Atlántico, for offering a street painted entirely in pink, with a great history of a family that has been the pioneer in the tourist development of the country.

Dona Blanca Walk. A street painted pink with Victorian touches characterizes this beautiful street in Puerto Plata. It has become the most visited place, after its Central Park.

Doña Bianca or Blanca is a kind of promenade that connects Beller and John F. Kennedy streets in this city.

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.

PASEO DONA BLANCA, PUERTO PLATA - FAQ's

• What is the entrance price to Paseo Dona Blanca, Puerto Plata?

  There is no cost, you can enter and take photos.

• Who was Doña Blanca in Puerto Plata??

  Doña Blanca, as she was known in Puerto Plata, was a dedicated and committed woman with her family; serious, hard-working, strong and charitable, who with effort and dedication gave herself to educate her nine children; the oldest of whom was 17 years old When her husband died in 1914 in New York. Despite this, she was able to send several of them to complete her higher education in Italy.

• Paseo Dona Blanca is safe for the family?

  Not only in the Paseo Dona Blanca, security throughout Puerto Plata is very safe, you can walk safely if you have any questions you can ask any Politur security personnel.

• How can I get to Paseo Dona Blanca, Puerto Plata?

  It is very easy to get to the place, it all depends on where you are, most routes pass near the City Center, you just have to tell it that you are going to the "Central Park, Please" and after you arrive you are two corners away. destination, you can also download the app Travelerd: Family Travel Guide, travel with your GPS and find the places that are close to you.

• What is the Paseo Dona Blanca, Puerto Plata?

  Doña Bianca or Blanca is a kind of promenade that connects Beller and John F. Kennedy streets in this city. 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.