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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

Santo Domingo: Chocolate Tour + Optional Workshops

Santo Domingo: The Authentic Dominican Neighbourhood Tour

Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach

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
Top hotels in Ensanche Naco

Embassy Suites by Hilton Santo Domingo
Nice overall, great staff and service.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025

Radisson Hotel Santo Domingo
Very clean, delicious Dominican traditional breakfast. Property a little old. Pool was very nice. Adjacent bakery also delicious.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025

Habitación Privada Centrica
This has nothing to do with the owner although I'm not sure a room was even available for my arrival date based on my conversation with him. He was very accommodating and gave me access to the balcony to use. It is Expedia that gets the 1-star testing because of the way you handled things with me. ...
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

Dominican Fiesta Hotel
Excellent
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Catalonia Santo Domingo
Yes, all delicious
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

W&P Santo Domingo
I love it!
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ensanche Naco

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.

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.

Lope De Vega
When in Lope De Vega, you can plan a visit to Blue Mall and Acropolis Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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.

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.

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.

