Things to do in Santo Domingo
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Food, drink & nightlife
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Santo Domingo City Tour
Adventure & outdoor
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Mountain Zipline Adventure from Punta Cana
Cruises & boat tours
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Glass-bottom Catamaran with Snorkelling, Stingrays & Sharks
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The Authentic Dominican Hood Tour
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Santo Domingo: Chocolate Tour + Optional Workshops
What to do in 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.
Blue Mall
During your trip to Santo Domingo, you can do some window-shopping at Blue Mall. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Assembly Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
You can learn about the history of Santo Domingo Este with a trip to Assembly Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Agora Mall
During your trip to Santo Domingo, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Agora Mall. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Sambil Santo Domingo
During your visit to Santo Domingo, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Sambil Santo Domingo. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Megacentro Mall
During your trip to Santo Domingo Este, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Megacentro Mall. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Areas of Santo Domingo
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 Cathedral of Santo Domingo.
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.
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.
Ciudad Colonial
If you're spending some time in Ciudad Colonial, Calle El Conde and Cathedral of Santo Domingo are top sights worth seeing.
Gascue
The abundant dining options and seaside views are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Guibia Beach or National Palace while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casandra Damiron Station to get around town.
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.
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