The Dominican Republic is the epitome of a Caribbean paradise, and Punta Cana is the jewel in its crown. Flung out on the easternmost corner of the island, this gorgeous spot is one of the most well-known and well-visited towns in the country, and it deserves every morsel of its fame. It is a truly magical, dream of a place, with over twenty miles of pristine beaches, a range of stunning luxury hotels, and crystal-clear turquoise waters just begging to be explored.
But while it might boast some of the best Caribbean beaches going, Punta Cana is not just about lounging by the sea and enjoying the surf. It boasts a fascinating cultural scene, with some great museums and restaurants, as well as fantastic national parks and adventure tourism, and amazing wildlife and scenery right on the doorstep.
So if you are lucky enough to find yourself in this little slice of paradise, check out some of the best things to do in Punta Cana below.
Scape Park
The scenery, landscape, and topography of the Dominican Republic are some of its most interesting and exciting features, so the natural, ecological theme park of Scape Park is a must. Walk along limestone cliffs and through verdant jungle, and discover crystal-clear, mysterious sinkholes known as cenotes. These swimming holes are a picturesque way to literally dive beneath the earth of Punta Cana and a surreal and unique experience. If your tastes tend towards the adrenaline-filled, try one of the many zip lines that take you soaring above the jungle canopy!
Macao Beach
Punta Cana’s public beach, and also one of the best stretches of sand in the country, Macao Beach is a popular choice for locals and tourists alike. Stunning white sand fringed by swaying palms and turquoise water make it a gorgeous spot, and it is easy to see why UNESCO described it as one of the Caribbean’s best beaches. If you aren’t a fan of crowds, avoid Sundays as it is an extremely popular choice for residents of Punta Cana.
ChocoMuseo
What’s not to love about a museum of chocolate?! This fun, quirky cultural center is a homage to all things chocolate, with a ‘bean to bar’ factory where you’ll discover everything there is to know about the chocolate-making process, and the chance to attend a hands-on workshop to make your own. Best of all, it’s free!
The Dominican Republic is on my list of places to visit. Looking forward to checking it out.
Right! Me too!
I do need a beach vacation. This place sounds like the perfect spot.
Doesn’t it?!
I always hear such lovely things about Punta Cana. I will have to visit one day.
Me too!
I have been here and you are right: this is a magical place. I enjoyed the island so much. I wish I could have met more of the people who lived there though.
I would love to go there someday too. Sounds so wonderful.
I have always wanted to go to Punta Cana! I have friends that were born in the area and talk about it all the time.
That’s so great. I hope to go someday too.
Such a lovely place indeed. And great photography! Thanks for sharing about this!
Of course. I thought so too.
I saw a picture of Punta Cana from a friend and yeah, it’s so beautiful! I’ll be looking forward to be visiting this amazing place in the future too! Hopefully very very soon!
Me too! I hope to go with my family.
Wow! This place is a piece of paradise, indeed! This is really stunning. I will add this to my bucket list.
Right! I need to go too.
It looks absolutely magical! That white sand and bright water!
Right! I hope to go someday.
I havent heard the place yet, but surely it is a lovely place to visit
It sure does sound like it doesn’t it?!
We have been to Mexico many times, and have been thinking about going to Punta Cana. Sounds like a wonderful vacation destination!
It really does sound wonderful. I’d love to go someday too.
I would love to visit punta cana some time. dominican republic is in my whishlist.
Me too. It seems so beautiful there.
Wow, the beach view looks really magical to me, and I so wish to miss any beach soon!
Right! It looks like such a great place to visit.