Ciudad Colonial Travel Guide

Santo Domingo

A historic building with a circular plaza, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A street lined with parked cars, palm trees, and buildings with balconies.
A metal sculpture of a cow in an urban setting.
A historic building with arched windows and a staircase leading up to it, surrounded by palm trees and flowers.
A historic stone building with flags, carved emblems, and large windows.

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A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, a statue, and ornate street lamps.

Calle El Conde

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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.
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Things to do

Santo Domingo The Authentic Dominican Neighborhood Tour

Santo Domingo The Authentic Dominican Neighborhood Tour

฿1,836
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santo Domingo The Authentic Dominican Neighborhood Tour
Day Trip to Santo Domingo from Punta Cana

Day Trip to Santo Domingo from Punta Cana

฿1,836
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Santo Domingo from Punta Cana
Tour Colonial Experience

Tour Colonial Experience

฿1,002
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Tour Colonial Experience
Colonial Zone: Historical Tour with a visit to the Columbus Lighthouse and Tres Ojos Park

Colonial Zone: Historical Sightseeing Tour with a visit to Columbus Lighthouse and Tres Ojos Park

฿1,052
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Colonial Zone: Historical Sightseeing Tour with a visit to Columbus Lighthouse and Tres Ojos Park
From Santo Domingo: Isla Saona Day Trip with Catamaran Ride

From Santo Domingo: Isla Saona Day Trip with Catamaran Ride

฿2,738
per adult
From Santo Domingo: Isla Saona Day Trip with Catamaran Ride
Santo Domingo: Los Tres Ojos, Boca Chica & More

Santo Domingo: Los Tres Ojos, Boca Chica & More

฿3,042
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Santo Domingo: Los Tres Ojos, Boca Chica & More
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Where to stay in Ciudad Colonial

Find the best Ciudad Colonial areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic stone building with arches and palm trees.

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.

A densely built urban area with numerous high-rise buildings, a large body of water in the background, and some green spaces.

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.

A historic building with arches and columns, palm trees, and a paved courtyard.

Downtown Santo Domingo

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Downtown Santo Domingo. If sightseeing is on the list, Acropolis Center is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Freddy Beras Goico Station or Juan Ulises Garcia Station to see more of the area.

A coastal city with a clear blue sea, a highway along the shore, and distant city skyline.

Las Américas

While there might not be top attractions in Las Américas, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Colon Lighthouse and Museum and Agua Splash Caribe Aquatic Park.

An aerial view of a large building with a dome, surrounded by landscaped gardens and a curved road.
Photo by Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic
Open Photo by Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic

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.

Ciudad Colonial Travel Guide