Here are some great tips on tours and attractions to enjoy Punta Cana with kids. There are options for beaches, parks, shopping and various other activities and places that can be explored by both adults and children. And the great thing is that the whole family has a great time.
Going with the kids to Punta Cana’s incredible beaches
If you’re looking for excursions and attractions to enjoy with children in Punta Cana, then the beaches are the perfect option. This city is home to those beaches we see in the movies; composed of a strip of white sand, crystal-clear, super-green water, coconut trees and indescribable beauty.
To help you choose the best beach for your itinerary, here are some of the characteristics of the main beaches in Punta Cana:
Cabeza de Toro Beach: shaped like a bull’s head, hence its name. In addition, this is a beach with a pool-style sea, which is that calmer sea without waves that many people love.
In terms of attractions, it is possible to snorkel off this beach and enjoy the rich marine diversity that the area is home to. In short, Cabeza de Toro beach is a great place to go with the little ones.
Bávaro Beach: considered to be one of the best beaches in the city, it has an impeccable infrastructure with many restaurants, bars and hotels. If you’re wondering about the beach itself, know that the sea water is transparent and perfect for lots of souvenir family photos.
Arena Gorda Beach: you know that beach in Punta that has all the most luxurious resorts and hotels? We’re talking about Arena Gorda. If you want to stay on the beach and enjoy the hotel with your children, we highly recommend this area.
The cool thing is that even though Arena Gorda beach has some very sophisticated hotels, it also has some more affordable ones, which makes the area very alternative – in other words, attractive to different types of public.
Punta Cana Beach: it also has a very complete structure, white sand, crystal-clear sea and several coconut trees – which give the place extra charm. If you’re looking for a place to eat while enjoying the beach views, Punta Cana beach is home to many beachfront restaurants.
Macao Beach: this is the dream beach for surf lovers. With its perfect waves, it has a unique look that makes visitors want to visit it even just to take a few photos to remember the trip.
El Cortecito Beach: apart from the beach itself and the hotels, did you know that El Cortecito has a great shopping area? That’s right. This beach is surrounded by several stores, perfect for those who want to come back with some souvenirs from their trip or any other new merchandise in their suitcase. As for the sea, it’s clean and very pleasant too.
Swimming with dolphins with the kids in Punta Cana
Another suggestion that shouldn’t be missing from your guide to tours and attractions to enjoy with children in Punta Cana is swimming with dolphins. In this city and in Cancún, for example, it’s almost a tradition for tourists to take photos of themselves kissing the dolphins.
This is even one of the main desires of those who organize trips to these places. The park that offers this attraction in Punta Cana is called Dolphin Explorer. Throughout the tour you will have:
- Entry into a kind of sea tank (where they stay);
- Teaching about the anatomy, habits and customs of these animals;
- Playing with and caressing the dolphins;
- Photography and filming.
- Important tip: Punta Cana is a region with many tourist attractions, such as day trips and tours. That’s why our tip is to always buy your tickets in advance. We buy everything on this website that has the best price.
Tour La Hacienda Park with the kids in Punta Cana
A very nice tour to enjoy with children, with the whole family, is that of La Hacienda Park. Set amidst lush vegetation, this park is full of activities to keep visitors entertained.
There, you can expect to enjoy: hiking trails, buggy rides, cable cars, safaris, a free fall and a zipline. We’re sure that a whole day at La Hacienda Park will be full of adventure and adrenaline. Children LOVE it.
Visiting Scape Park with the kids in Punta Cana
After La Hacienda Park, we have another park for you to enjoy with your children in Punta Cana. We’re talking about Scape Park. Here you’ll find zip lines, scuba diving, mysterious caves, waterfalls and various activities involving nature. It’s a delight! And the Hoyo Azul – a cenote at the foot of a 75-meter cliff – is located inside the Scape Park. In other words, you can enjoy two attractions in one place.
Shopping with children in Punta Cana
Shopping is another one of our tips for outings and attractions to enjoy with children in Punta Cana. In addition to the galleries and handicraft fairs – which are very cute and make for great souvenirs for friends and relatives – you and the kids can go to the city’s shopping malls and come back with lots of new merchandise from your trip.
Some of the shopping centers in Punta Cana that are recommended for the whole family are: BlueMall Punta Cana, Plaza San Juan Shopping Center, Puntacana Village, Bibijagua Shopping Center and Downtown Mall Punta Cana.
Enjoy a delightful buggy ride with the kids in Punta Cana
Continuing with our tips on tours and attractions to enjoy with children in Punta Cana, let’s take a buggy ride around the city. This tour is really cool.
Firstly, for the sensation of driving a vehicle like a buggy. Secondly, because the route is a lot of fun: you pass Macao beach, go on a mud road, continue through a coffee plantation and end up near a deep-water cave. It’s a blast and the kids usually love it.
- Important tip: to make the most of your trip to Punta Cana, staying in the best areas is essential. So, if you want, check out our article explaining the main areas and how you can save a lot on accommodation.
Visiting the stunning Isla Saona with children in Punta Cana
An unmissable tour for anyone going to Punta Cana is the one to Isla Saona. This tour is done by car, transfer or agency to the first stop, in Bahayibe. It is then taken by boat/lancha, finally arriving on the island.
Along the way, the boat may stop for a dip in the natural pools, which is great for you and the little ones to get a feel for the paradisiacal atmosphere of the region and take lots of photos to record the tour. We’re sure you won’t regret your trip to this unforgettable island.
Discover the beautiful Isla Catalina with children in Punta Cana
A very interesting trip for tourists with a longer itinerary in Punta Cana is to Isla Catalina. Breathtakingly beautiful, this island has rock formations that surround the beach and make it look even more magnificent. There’s also one of the sets from the movie Jurassic Park, located in Altos de Chavon. Pretty awesome, right?
Having a meal in a delicious restaurant with children in Punta Cana
As well as leisure and entertainment activities, there are also gastronomic activities to do with children in Punta Cana. To help you with this difficult task of choosing places to eat out, here are some incredible options:
Playa Blanca Restaurant: a beachfront restaurant with a very pleasant atmosphere and a choice of incredible seafood dishes.
Citrus Restaurant: located in the Bávaro area, it stands out for having super elaborate and tasty dishes. There you can eat pasta, meat, seafood, snacks, etc.
How to save money on tickets for paid attractions in Punta Cana?
Our recommendation is that you buy your tickets for the tours beforehand and online. The site we always use, which is the largest ticket site in the world and has all the tours at the best prices, is this one. It’s much cheaper and it’s a reliable company. There you’ll find some unmissable tours, such as the parasailing flight in Punta Cana, the Saona Island beach tour and the buggy tour of Punta Cana.
Also, know that their transfer service is one of the best of all. Most tourists use the transfers to get around the city, to go to the airport or to take a tour of nearby Punta Cana. And the price to purchase this service is well worth it. So make sure you take a look at this site.
The advantage of buying your tickets in advance is that, on the days you’re in Punta Cana, you won’t have to go to the ticket office and queue to get to the sights and attractions. With this company we’ve mentioned, you’ll already have everything bought and you’ll only have to worry about having fun. This is certainly one of the main tips on how to travel cheaply to Punta Cana.
Save money on your trip to Punta Cana:
Saving money: do you want to plan your trip while making the most of your budget? Be sure to read our article on how to travel to Punta Cana cheap, with all the tips to save the most, while still enjoying it!
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