El Palmar Travel Guide
Santo Domingo
Popular places to visit
Malecon
This palm-fringed waterfront strip is lined with restaurants, happening clubs and five-star hotels.
Boca Chica Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Boca Chica Beach during your travels in Santo Domingo? Discover the sunsets while you're in the area.
Calle El Conde
You can find out about the history of Santo Domingo when you stop by Calle El Conde. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Colon Lighthouse and Museum
Admire the grandeur of this monument, which memorializes the explorations of Christopher Columbus and the diversity of the New World.
Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral
Find out about the history of Santo Domingo with a stop at Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
Blue Mall
During your trip to Santo Domingo, you can do some window-shopping at Blue Mall. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
Santo Domingo: Chocolate Tour + Optional Workshops
Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch
Santo Domingo: The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D Attraction
Santo Domingo City - Full Day All Inclusive Tour
Full Day Santo Domingo City Tour: History of the Caribbean From Punta Cana
Top hotels in El Palmar
Dominican Fiesta Hotel
Whatever the new management is. I think is completely crazy. I try to touch a piano in the lobby and 4 security guards show up in about 5 seconds and ask to remove myself from that area like a bomb is going to explode or something like that. Next hour my wife’s friend was in the lobby and my wife ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Catalonia Santo Domingo
Beautiful view.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
W&P Santo Domingo
I love staying here. It’s always a good time everyone is so friendly and welcoming!
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Barceló Santo Domingo
Very nice Staff, I'd give them 10 out of 10
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Gran Hotel Europa Santo Domingo, Trademark by Wyndham
Breakfast setting was great, staff pleasant and welcoming. Only my high cholesterol did not permit for most of breakfast food offered. I settled for fruit and oatmeal daily.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Santo Domingo
Great location, impecable facilities, awesome suite and great service
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around El Palmar
Los Cacicazgos
While Los Cacicazgos isn't home to many top sights, Plaza de la Bandera and Santo Domingo Country Club are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mirador Sur
While Mirador Sur may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Plaza de la Bandera and Bella Vista Mall.
Evaristo Morales
While there might not be top attractions in Evaristo Morales, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Acropolis Center and Blue Mall.
Bella Vista
While there might not be top attractions in Bella Vista, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Acropolis Center and Bella Vista Mall.
Piantini
Unique features of Piantini include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Blue Mall or Acropolis Center while you're exploring the area.
Santo Domingo Financial District
Spend some time visiting places like Blue Mall while getting to know Santo Domingo Financial District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Freddy Beras Goico Station or Pedro Mir Station to see more of the area.
