San Carlos 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.
Calle Las Damas
During your trip to Santo Domingo, you can enjoy retail therapy at Calle Las Damas. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
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
Hiking Tabernacle Thundering Waterfall in Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo City - Full Day All Inclusive Tour
Full Day Santo Domingo City Tour: History of the Caribbean From Punta Cana
Top hotels in San Carlos
whala! boca chica - All inclusive
Todo bien muchas gracias por du hospitalidad
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Dominican Fiesta Hotel
Good
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Catalonia Santo Domingo
Yes, all delicious
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
W&P Santo Domingo
Lovely service, rooms were nice and clean, the bed was comfortable.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel
Nice hotel
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Sheraton Santo Domingo Hotel
The room was great, very clean, and had a nice view. The staff was amazing.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around San Carlos
Zona Colonial
Zona Colonial is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Calle El Conde or Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral.
Ciudad Colonial
If you're spending some time in Ciudad Colonial, Calle El Conde and Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.
Ciudad Nueva
When in Ciudad Nueva, you can plan a visit to Grand Casino Jaragua and Calle El Conde, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Gascue
The abundant dining options and seaside views are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Grand Casino Jaragua or Guibia Beach while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casandra Damiron Station to get around town.
Villa Duarte
Though Villa Duarte may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Colon Lighthouse and Museum and Calle Las Damas.
Ciudad Universitaria
Travellers choose Ciudad Universitaria for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Amin Abel Station or Francisco Alberto Caamano Deno Station and check out top sights like Guibia Beach.
