Ensanche Independencia Travel Guide
Santo Domingo
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Popular places to visit
Palace of Fine Arts
See inspiring dance performances, browse fine arts exhibitions and admire dramatic neoclassical architecture in Santo Domingo’s cultural center.
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.
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
Full Day Santo Domingo City Tour: History of the Caribbean From Punta Cana
Santo Domingo City - Full Day All Inclusive Tour
Full-Day Santo Domingo City Tour from Bayahibe
Top hotels in Ensanche Independencia
Hotel Riazor
I mean it was technically listed as a balcony room and we didn’t have one but I also didn’t pay any extra money for it. I was sooo glad to find an affordable hotel with hot water and A/C, and the staff were excellent. Unfortunately my girlfriend and I got very sick the last couple of days of our ...
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Stay Here Suites
It was very comfortable clean and smooth. For the price worth it for sure and location was perfect when staying in the city
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Catalonia Santo Domingo
Super clean
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Dominican Fiesta Hotel
Room look amazing. Everyone are nice. I really enjoy the pool. Most importantly for me there was hot water!
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel
Habitación impecable. Staff amable
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
W&P Santo Domingo
Room was very clean.. great location
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Ensanche Independencia
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 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.
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.
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.
La Julia
Well liked for its shopping and restaurants, you might stop by Acropolis Center and Palacio de los Deportes Virgilio Travieso Soto while you're exploring La Julia and the surrounding neighbourhoods.
Ensanche Naco
While there might not be top attractions in Ensanche Naco, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Palacio de los Deportes Virgilio Travieso Soto and Acropolis Center.
