Zona Colonial Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic stone archway with a flagpole and a clear blue sky.
A historic building with arched gateways, a statue, and a clear blue sky.
A brick pathway leading to a stone tower with an arched entrance, surrounded by ancient walls.
A historic building with arched entrances and a flagpole.
A flagpole with a flag, brick walls, and a clear blue sky.

Stay near popular Zona Colonial attractions

A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, a statue, and ornate street lamps.

Calle El Conde

9.0/10 (1,642 reviews)
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.
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Activities

Saona Island: Full-Day Boat Tour with Buffet Lunch & Drinks

Punta Cana: Saona Island Full-Day All-Inclusive Boat Tour

NZ$99
per adult
Punta Cana: Saona Island Full-Day All-Inclusive Boat Tour
Saona Island: Catamaran tour to a Dream Beach, all inclusive

Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach

NZ$152
per adult
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D Experience

The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D Experience

NZ$9
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D Experience
Inside of the National Pantheon of the Dominican Republic

Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch

NZ$121
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch
Santo Domingo: Chocolate Tour + Optional Workshops

Santo Domingo: Chocolate Tour + Optional Workshops

NZ$36
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Santo Domingo: Chocolate Tour + Optional Workshops
Santo Domingo City - Full Day All Inclusive Tour

Santo Domingo City - Full Day All Inclusive Tour

NZ$121
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Santo Domingo City - Full Day All Inclusive Tour
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Our guide on where to stay in Zona Colonial

Find the best Zona Colonial areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A densely built urban area with numerous high-rise buildings, a large body of water in the background, and some green spaces.

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.

A historic building with arches and columns, palm trees, and a paved courtyard.

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.

A historic building with arched entrances and a flagpole.

Ciudad Colonial

If you're spending some time in Ciudad Colonial, Calle El Conde and Ruinas del Hospital San Nicolás de Barí are top sights worth seeing.

A large, classical building with a dome and columns, surrounded by well-manicured lawns and tropical plants.
Photo by Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic
Open Photo by Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic

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.

An aerial view of a roundabout with multiple roads and a central roundabout structure.

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 Blue Mall.

Zona Colonial Travel Guide

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