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Welcome to
Santo Domingo
Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, is also the most modern and dynamic metropolis in the Caribbean. The Capital, as it is affectionately called, conveys the pulse of Dominican culture, where the old and the new converge seamlessly, from centuries old architecture and history, to large shopping malls, art galleries, an active and interesting nightlife and an irresistible gastronomic scene.
Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, is also the most modern and dynamic metropolis in the Caribbean. The Capital, as it is affectionately called, conveys the pulse of Dominican culture, where the old and the new converge seamlessly, from centuries old architecture and history, to large shopping malls, art galleries, an active and interesting nightlife and an irresistible gastronomic scene.
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Exploring
the Colonial City,
the first European settlement in the Americas and declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1990, is a recommended experience for all travelers. This historic neighborhood consists of a labyrinth of narrow streets filled with architectural wonders ranging from the 16th to the early 20th centuries. Its streets will lead you to colonial buildings converted into museums, shops, hotels, restaurants and sidewalk cafes.
Where to stay in Santo Domingo?
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Beyond the sights
A cultural experience is never far away in Santo Domingo’s eclectic neighborhoods. Go shopping at one of the upscale malls or an artisan gallery in the Colonial City. Pick up a typical linen shirt called a chacabana, a leather handbag, or a faceless ceramic doll. Dine in style at renowned hotels throughout the city where renowned chefs craft fusion dishes of Dominican and international cuisine. Relax with a Dominican cigar at one of the terrace bistros overlooking Plaza de España, or enjoy rooftop terraces on Gustavo Mejía Ricart Avenue. And when you’re ready for the beach, a forty-minute walk will take you to the soft, white sands of Boca Chica facing the Caribbean Sea, where seafood restaurants and entertainment await. Whatever your style, you’ll find it in Santo Domingo.
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) is the main port of entry, half an hour east of the city center, while the cruise port is just 10 minutes from the Colonial City.
Enjoy Santo Domingo
Discover more about Santo Domingo
Hop on the Chu Chu Colonial train for a 45-minute tour of the area, hire a guide to take you down America’s first paved road while sharing stories, or rent a bike and wander around on your own. For a break surrounded by nature, enjoy a picnic on the lawn of the National Botanical Garden, the largest in the Caribbean, or walk along the Malecón at sunset to enjoy views of the Caribbean Sea, food stalls and people-watching.
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Must-sees in Santo Domingo
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