Santo Domingo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A large government building with a dome, surrounded by landscaped gardens and a busy street.
A sunset over a body of water with boats and people on the shore.
A boat named "The Boat House" on a beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and a distant shoreline.
An aerial view of a city with a prominent bridge crossing a river, surrounded by dense urban development and greenery.
A bustling outdoor dining area with palm trees and a building with a sign reading "Costello."

Popular cities in Santo Domingo

A beach at sunset with palm trees, a boat, and people standing near a table and chairs.
Santo Domingo
Known for Historical, Entertainment and Dancing
The Caribbean’s first city is a thriving metropolis that has colonial buildings and modern masterpieces, captivating museums and a lively boardwalk.

Reasons to visit

  • Malecon
  • Boca Chica Beach
  • Centro Olimpico
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An aerial view of a river with a small island featuring a dock and a bridge.
Santo Domingo Norte
Venture to sights like National Zoological Park as you discover the local area in Santo Domingo Norte.
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Pedro Brand
Pedro Brand
Venture to sights like Loma El Pilón as you discover the local area in Pedro Brand.
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San Antonio de Guerra
San Antonio de Guerra
Head to Dream Casino Be Live Hamaca and Nautical Club of Santo Domingo—just two of the sights around San Antonio de Guerra.
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Los Alcarrizos
Los Alcarrizos
Check out National Botanical Garden and Agora Mall—just a couple of the sights around Los Alcarrizos.
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Stay near popular Santo Domingo attractions

A sunset over a calm sea with a cruise ship in the distance and palm trees framing the scene.
Photo by Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic
Open Photo by Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic

Malecon

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This palm-fringed waterfront strip is lined with restaurants, happening clubs and five-star hotels.
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