San Carlos
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 carefree 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 with a visit to Calle El Conde. Check out 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.

Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral
Find out about the history of Santo Domingo when you spend time at Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
Chinatown
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Chinatown during your trip to Santo Domingo.
Things to do

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

Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach

SAONA ISLAND: Catamaran Boat with Open Bar, Lunch and More..

Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch

Santo Domingo City - Full Day All Inclusive Tour
Top hotels in San Carlos

Hotel Merey
Reviewed on May 3, 2025

whala! boca chica - All inclusive
Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Dominican Fiesta Hotel
Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

W&P Santo Domingo
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Catalonia Santo Domingo
Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Santo Domingo
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around San Carlos

Zona Colonial
Zona Colonial is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Calle El Conde and Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral while in the area.

Ciudad Colonial
If you're spending some time in Ciudad Colonial, Calle El Conde and Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.

Ciudad Nueva
Ciudad Nueva might not have many top sights, but Grand Casino Jaragua and Calle El Conde are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Gascue
The abundant dining options and seaside views are just a few top-rate features of the neighborhood. 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.

Ciudad Universitaria
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Ciudad Universitaria. Spend some time visiting top spots like Guibia Beach, and catch the metro at Amin Abel Station or Francisco Alberto Caamano Deno Station to see more of the area.

Las Américas
Though Las Américas might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Colon Lighthouse and Museum and Agua Splash Caribe Parque Acuatico.