Things to do in Santo Domingo

Activities, attractions and tours

Santo Domingo showing a city, chateau or palace and an administrative buidling
Santo Domingo showing a city, chateau or palace and an administrative buidling
Boca Chica showing general coastal views and a sunset
Dominican Republic featuring a beach as well as a small group of people
Santo Domingo which includes a bridge, a city and a river or creek

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What to do in Santo Domingo


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Areas of Santo Domingo

Fort Ozama which includes heritage elements

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.

Zona Colonial
Santo Domingo aerial view in april 2023 during semana santa or easter holiday

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.

Piantini
Alcazar de Colon in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic; Shutterstock ID 471137582

Downtown Santo Domingo

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Downtown Santo Domingo. Spend some time visiting top spots like Acropolis Center, and catch the metro at Freddy Beras Goico Station or Juan Ulises Garcia Station to see more of the area.

Downtown Santo Domingo
Sculptures made by Dominican artists at the colonial city in Santo Domingo.

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 Colonial
Plaza de la Cultura showing a square or plaza

Gascue

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

Gascue
Vista aérea nocturna del Faro a Colón, Santo Domingo, República Dominicana.

Bella Vista

When in Bella Vista, you can plan a visit to Acropolis Center and Bella Vista Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bella Vista