Ciudad Universitaria Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
Centro Olimpico
Catch an event at Centro Olimpico during your trip to Santo Domingo. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Quisqueya Stadium
Catch an event at Quisqueya Stadium during your trip to Santo Domingo. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Colon Lighthouse and Museum
Admire the grandeur of this monument, which memorializes the explorations of Christopher Columbus and the diversity of the New World.
Activities
Saona Island: Full-Day Boat Tour All Inclusive
Full Day Santo Domingo City Tour: History of the Caribbean From Punta Cana
Saona Island Tour From Santo Domingo with Lunch, Open Bar, Pickup
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch
The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D Experience
Our pick of the best Ciudad Universitaria Hotel Deals
Catalonia Santo Domingo
Very fine
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Hotel Santander SD
Everything is excellent. Just one note. It says the breakfast is included but is not. Consider removing if is not provided.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
City Caribbean Hotel Boutique
Buena ubicación, muy amables, flexibles, dispuestos, la limpieza excelente.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Malecon Rooms & Hotel
Recomendable en todo el sentido
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Dominican Fiesta Hotel
Very good 😊 and everything is going well
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel
The room was spotless and beautifully decorated. Staff were Curtis’s and professional. All the amenities were excellent.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ciudad Universitaria
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.
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.
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 Eduardo Brito National Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casandra Damiron Station to get around town.
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.
Bella Vista
While there might not be top attractions in Bella Vista, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Acropolis Center and Bella Vista Mall.
