Guidebook for Santo Domingo
Sightseeing
Los Tres Ojos is the name given to a 50-Yard open-air limestone cave located in the Mirador del Este park, in the Santo Domingo Este municipality of the Dominican Republic
25 locals recommend
Lago los tres ojos
Los Tres Ojos is the name given to a 50-Yard open-air limestone cave located in the Mirador del Este park, in the Santo Domingo Este municipality of the Dominican Republic
ciudad Colonial is the historic central neighborhood of Santo Domingo and the oldest permanent European settlement of the New World. It has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It is colloquially known as "Zona Colonial"
858 locals recommend
Zona Colonial
Calle Las Damasciudad Colonial is the historic central neighborhood of Santo Domingo and the oldest permanent European settlement of the New World. It has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It is colloquially known as "Zona Colonial"
Columbus Lighthouse (Spanish: Faro a Colón) is a monument located in Santo Domingo Este, Dominican Republic, in tribute to Christopher Columbus.
Construction began in 1986 using plans drawn by Scottish architect J.L. Gleave in 1931, in time for the 500th anniversary of the Discovery of America, the monument was inaugurated in 1992. It was funded by the Latin American states[1][2] and the total cost of construction was approximately US$70 million.[3]
The monument's lighthouse-style features projecting beams of light, forming a cross shape, which are so powerful they can be seen from neighboring Puerto Rico.[3]
Containing what are purported to be the remains of Columbus, the monument is both a mausoleum and a museum showcasing objects including a boat from Cuba and Columbian jewelry. Constructed of concrete, the monument is 680 feet (210 m) long.[3] Its architecture is cross-shaped and represents the Christianization of America
115 locals recommend
Columbus Lighthouse
Avenida Mirador del EsteColumbus Lighthouse (Spanish: Faro a Colón) is a monument located in Santo Domingo Este, Dominican Republic, in tribute to Christopher Columbus.
Construction began in 1986 using plans drawn by Scottish architect J.L. Gleave in 1931, in time for the 500th anniversary of the Discovery of America, the monument was inaugurated in 1992. It was funded by the Latin American states[1][2] and the total cost of construction was approximately US$70 million.[3]
The monument's lighthouse-style features projecting beams of light, forming a cross shape, which are so powerful they can be seen from neighboring Puerto Rico.[3]
Containing what are purported to be the remains of Columbus, the monument is both a mausoleum and a museum showcasing objects including a boat from Cuba and Columbian jewelry. Constructed of concrete, the monument is 680 feet (210 m) long.[3] Its architecture is cross-shaped and represents the Christianization of America
Ozama Fortress
1 C. Las DamasHistorical castle.
Las Terrenas
Calle Emilio Prud'HommeAmazing beach town
Dudu Lagoon / Laguna Dudu
Beautiful Lagoon, great for swimming.
This is the Ron Barcelona Distillery and Museum, definitely worth a visit!
9 locals recommend
Ron Barcelo
This is the Ron Barcelona Distillery and Museum, definitely worth a visit!
Cabarete
Famous surfer town
sabana de la mar
Wonderful ecotourism village.
Barahona
Barahona beach area
Lake Enriquillo
Beautiful lake
Cayo Levantado
Beautiful private island
Juan Dolio - El Pueblo
Beach town
Samana walking brides
Beautiful old bridge and view point
The brand new largest and most exclusive shopping mall of Punta Cana
261 locals recommend
BlueMall Puntacana
Carretera de JuanilloThe brand new largest and most exclusive shopping mall of Punta Cana
Food Scene
SBG Sophia's Bar & Grill
9 C. P.º de los LocutoresAmazing food and great ambience.
My fav restaurant when I want to enjoy food, taking the sun and also going to the water at the beach, they have this bed that is in the water that you can also eat here , it is just incredible. and the best thing is the prices!
44 locals recommend
Cafe Del Sol
Carretera ViejaMy fav restaurant when I want to enjoy food, taking the sun and also going to the water at the beach, they have this bed that is in the water that you can also eat here , it is just incredible. and the best thing is the prices!
Borbone de Napoli
Calle Virgilio Díaz OrdóñezTasty Pizzas!
Bondelic
# 28 Calle Heriberto NúñezThe best pie's and cakes!
SweetFrog
1452 Av. Winston ChurchillTasty desserts!
Supermercados Nacional - El Millon
Large Grocery Store
Los Cabales Tablao Flamenco
Calle Ángel Severo CabralGreat restaurant
Barra Payán
140 Av. 30 de MarzoGreat sandwiches
Anahi's The Restaurant
#83 C. Max Henriquez UreñaGreat restaurant.
Brazai
2 Av. TiradentesGreat restaurant
Pastry
Avenida SarasotaBest cakes in town!
Don Pepe
31 C. Porfirio HerreraOne of the better restaurants in the city!
Il Bacareto
219 Av Simón BolívarGreat food
Jalao
101 Calle El CondeGreat restaurant
Villar Hermanos
312 Av. IndependenciaGreat restaurant with local cuisine
Mitre
Calle Pablo CasalsGreat food and tasty cocktails
Buche Perico
53 C. El CondeExcellent restaurant in beautiful colonial setting
Neptuno's Club Restaurant
Calle DuarteGreat Beach Restaurant
Great highway stop when on the way to the North of the Dominican Republic.
32 locals recommend
Tipico Bonao Sur
Avenida LibertadGreat highway stop when on the way to the North of the Dominican Republic.
El Cabito
Beautiful tropical restaurant with stunning ocean scenery!
Drinks & Nightlife
Amazing place to have a Drink. Located in la Ciudad colonial "the old city", have a mix of terrace and indoor, live music, really nice place.
70 locals recommend
Lulú Tasting Bar
Amazing place to have a Drink. Located in la Ciudad colonial "the old city", have a mix of terrace and indoor, live music, really nice place.
They have an amazing terrace call the Vertigo, have an amazing view of the city and the cocktail are really good.
11 locals recommend
JW Marriott Hotel Santo Domingo
They have an amazing terrace call the Vertigo, have an amazing view of the city and the cocktail are really good.
Parks & Nature
This place is amazing to have a walk if you have a dog or kids come here because they also have playground and 10km of free area to run.
17 locals recommend
Mirador Norte
This place is amazing to have a walk if you have a dog or kids come here because they also have playground and 10km of free area to run.
This is our bona tic garden is the biggest in the Caribbean, they have few km of different trees, garden, really nice to see, have a walk in the early morning and late afternoon there is a lot of people exercise, so if you prefer to be calm and quite go from 10 am to 5 pm.
146 locals recommend
National Botanical Garden
This is our bona tic garden is the biggest in the Caribbean, they have few km of different trees, garden, really nice to see, have a walk in the early morning and late afternoon there is a lot of people exercise, so if you prefer to be calm and quite go from 10 am to 5 pm.
This is the near beach to the city, is an amazing beach because is flat like a lake, white sand, and clear blue water. Here are a lot of local selling local product like food, products and services.
214 locals recommend
Boca Chica
44 Ave DuarteThis is the near beach to the city, is an amazing beach because is flat like a lake, white sand, and clear blue water. Here are a lot of local selling local product like food, products and services.
This is the beach that is less touristic, more quite and where all the local from Santo Domingo go on the weekend. So if you don't like to be treated like a tourist, this is the beach to go.
There is few nice restaurant but my fav is cafe del sol.
187 locals recommend
Juan Dolio
This is the beach that is less touristic, more quite and where all the local from Santo Domingo go on the weekend. So if you don't like to be treated like a tourist, this is the beach to go.
There is few nice restaurant but my fav is cafe del sol.
bahia de las aguilas
The most beautiful beach in the country
One of the most beautiful beaches of the Dominican Republic. Absolutely a must visit.
14 locals recommend
San Rafael Beach
One of the most beautiful beaches of the Dominican Republic. Absolutely a must visit.
The 3 Eyes National Park
Calle Marginal Las Americas EsteBeautiful National Park
The highest mountain in the Caribbean, it is possible to climb it. Excursions are being offered on www.exploredominicanrepublic.com
38 locals recommend
Pico Duarte
The highest mountain in the Caribbean, it is possible to climb it. Excursions are being offered on www.exploredominicanrepublic.com
Minitas Beach
Beautiful beach
The best beach for kite surfing and wave surfing in the Dominican Republic.
69 locals recommend
Kite Beach Inn
The best beach for kite surfing and wave surfing in the Dominican Republic.
Palmar De Ocoa
Beautiful beach
Constanza
Beautiful mountain region
Playa Macao
The best beach for surfing in Punta Cana.
Punta Rucia
Beautiful northern beach
Playa Costambar
Beautiful Beach
Playa Minitas
Beautiful beach
Playa Grande
5Beautiful beach
Bavaro Beach
C. Pedro MirBeautiful beach
Playa Escondida
Beautiful beach
Playa Dorada Beach & Golf Club
Beautiful beach
Playa Dorada
Beautiful beach
Bahia Esmeralda
beautiful beach
Playa Caribe
Beautiful beach
Playa Guzmancito
Beautiful beach
Playa Encuentro
Beautiful beach
Playa Rogelio
Beautiful beach
Playa Caliente
Beautiful natural non-touristy beach located in a national park.
Playa de Los Minos
Beautiful beach
Playa Madama
Beautiful natural beach
PLAYA ACAPULCO
Beautiful beach
Playa El Quemaito
Beautiful beach
Arena Blanca Beach
Beautiful beach with crystal clear water and white sand.
Playa de la Barbacoa
Beautiful beach
Beautiful national park with mountains, rivers and woods.
43 locals recommend
Jose Armando Bermudez National Park
Beautiful national park with mountains, rivers and woods.
Playa Plena de Icacos
Beautiful beach
Is located in Barahona Peninsula, in the southwestern part of the Dominican Republic, near its border with Haiti (Pedernales Province). It includes the islands of Beata and Alto Velo, as well as the cays named Los Frailes and Piedra Negra. With an area of 1,536 km2 , it is one of the most important protected areas in the insular Caribbean. Since 2002, it is one of the core areas of the Jaragua-Bahoruco-Enriquillo Biosphere Reserve. Also, it is one of the Important Bird Areas (IBA) of the Dominican Republic.
37 locals recommend
Cabo Rojo
Is located in Barahona Peninsula, in the southwestern part of the Dominican Republic, near its border with Haiti (Pedernales Province). It includes the islands of Beata and Alto Velo, as well as the cays named Los Frailes and Piedra Negra. With an area of 1,536 km2 , it is one of the most important protected areas in the insular Caribbean. Since 2002, it is one of the core areas of the Jaragua-Bahoruco-Enriquillo Biosphere Reserve. Also, it is one of the Important Bird Areas (IBA) of the Dominican Republic.
Playa Colorada
Beautiful beach
Playa de Peti Salina
Beautiful beach
Corazon de Mangle
Beautiful Mangroves National Park, perfect to visit by boat.
Playa Diamante
Autopista Cabrera - NaguaBeautiful beach
Laguna De La Sierra
Beautiful lake
Laguna del Rincon
Beautiful lake
Playa De Buen Hombre
Beautiful Beach
Shopping
The most complete shopping mall in the Dominican Republic, great variety of shops, restaurants, playground's for kids and a cinema.
211 locals recommend
Ágora Mall
Avenida John F. KennedyThe most complete shopping mall in the Dominican Republic, great variety of shops, restaurants, playground's for kids and a cinema.
Acrópolis Center
Avenida Winston ChurchillGreat shopping mall with restaurants, bars and Cinema.
Small Shopping Malls with shops, restaurants, cinema, kids playground and luxury hotel
49 locals recommend
Silversun Gallery
Avenida TiradentesSmall Shopping Malls with shops, restaurants, cinema, kids playground and luxury hotel
Trasluz
Avenida Rómulo BetancourtThe newest shopping mall in the Dominican Republic
Essentials
It's in front of the apartment, have fresh food and good price.
132 locals recommend
Supermercados Bravo
Calle Heriberto NúñezIt's in front of the apartment, have fresh food and good price.
Department store, one block from the apartment and you can buy almost anything, cloth, food, electronic, there is bank and ATM.
102 locals recommend
La Sirena
& Calle Angel Severo CabralDepartment store, one block from the apartment and you can buy almost anything, cloth, food, electronic, there is bank and ATM.
This little supermarket is just next to the apartment you can call them and they will bring you to the building this like water, or anything that you need.
Colmado Papillon
no.7 Calle Virgilio Díaz OrdóñezThis little supermarket is just next to the apartment you can call them and they will bring you to the building this like water, or anything that you need.
Smart Fit Churchill
1452 Av. Winston ChurchillGreat well equipped and modern gym
Scotiabank
No. 1452 Av. Winston ChurchillBank
Estación de Combustibles Total Paraíso
80 Av. Winston ChurchillGas station
Hospiten Santo Domingo
s/n Av. Alma MaterHospital
Arts & Culture
Old City Center of Santo Domingo, beautiful square with great restaurants.
110 locals recommend
Plaza of the Hispanicity or Spain
2 C. La AtarazanaOld City Center of Santo Domingo, beautiful square with great restaurants.
SQUARE BANNER. DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
Huge beautiful square