Things to do in Santo Domingo

Activities, attractions and tours

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."

Things to do

The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D Experience

The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D Experience

P308
per adult
The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D Experience
Saona Island: Catamaran tour to a Dream Beach, all inclusive

Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach

P5,476
per adult
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
Three Eyes National Park Exploration Tour

Three Eyes National Park Exploration Tour

P2,154
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Three Eyes National Park Exploration Tour
Reef Explorer - Stingrays, Snorkeling & Massage

Reef Explorer - Stingrays, Snorkeling & Massage

P9,168
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Reef Explorer - Stingrays, Snorkeling & Massage
Banana Boat

Tour to Boca Chica and the Cave of Eden

P6,153
per adult
Tour to Boca Chica and the Cave of Eden
Inside of the National Pantheon of the Dominican Republic

Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch

P4,375
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch
Santo Domingo: Los Tres Ojos, Boca Chica & More

Santo Domingo: Los Tres Ojos, Boca Chica & More

P5,229
per adult
Santo Domingo: Los Tres Ojos, Boca Chica & More
The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D Experience

The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D Experience

P308
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D Experience
Extreme Ziplines Full-Day from Juan Dolio

Extreme Ziplines Full-Day from Juan Dolio

P5,538
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Extreme Ziplines Full-Day from Juan Dolio
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A beach with palm trees, thatched umbrellas, and beach chairs.

Boca Chica Beach

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Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Boca Chica Beach during your travels in Boca Chica? While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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Where to stay in Santo Domingo

Find the best Santo Domingo areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic stone archway with a flagpole and a clear blue sky.

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.

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

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.

A historic building with arched entrances and a flagpole.

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.

A large, classical building with a dome and columns, surrounded by well-manicured lawns and tropical plants.
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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 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.

A turquoise sea with sailboats and a distant shoreline with trees.

San Cristobal

A beach with palm trees, people sunbathing, and boats in the water.

Boca Chica

A modern architectural structure with a unique design, featuring a central dome and two symmetrical wings.

Bayaguana