Santo Domingo de Guzmán is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating cities in the Caribbean , and the first city founded in the New World in 1496. This beautiful capital city, located two hours away and Average of Punta Cana, invites you to explore its charms, and with our excursion you will get it.
Our Our tour begins by visiting “The Three Eyes”, a combination of caverns and cenotes, which have a high sulfur content and an indescribable beauty.
Then we continue to the Colonial Zone, where the most important and imposing buildings of the period of colonization are located. It will allow you to visit the first cathedral of the new world , the Alcázar de Diego Colón , the famous Las Damas street and some other colonial monuments of the XV century . Enjoy panoramic views of the city center, residential areas and the National Presidential Palace . Your best option for shopping will be in the colorful market. Lunch is included in a typical Dominican restaurant.
Your excursion through this city impregnated with Dominican culture and heritage begins early in the morning when we pick you up at your hotel in Punta Cana to take you to Santo Domingo , the capital and cultural heart of The Dominican Republic The city offers a vibrant mix of views and architecture with loads of history, but also buildings with a lot of modernity.
With the help of an expert guide, you will stroll through the Colonial Zone to see the most important monuments and architecture . You will discover how the Spanish conquerors lived with a visit to the Alcazar of Diego Colón, the fortress where the Grand Admiral’s family lived.
You will also visit more iconic monuments, such as the Autonomous University of Santo Domingo (UASD), the Palace of Fine Arts , the Eduardo Brito National Theater, the National Palace , the Metropolitan Cathedral of Santa Maria de la Encarnación , the Church of the Jesuits , the National Pantheon and the Parque de Colón .
All these visits can really whet your appetite. What better place to eat than in a traditional restaurant in Santo Domingo . Then, be tempted by the typical souvenirs offered in the colorful shops and boutiques of the Columbus Square .
Santo Domingo will allow you to leave your world behind and immerse yourself in the magic of this majestic Caribbean city!
What does the Santo Domingo Colonial tour include:
Buffet lunch.
Visit in the Colonial Zone.
Visit the Artisan Market.
Entrance tickets to the national monuments and the Three Eyes Park.
National Tourism Guide.
Accident insurance included in excursions in Punta Cana.
Accident insurance (Travel Assistance), included when hiring your trip covers you from accidents in any of our excursions in Punta Cana (with the exception of DIVING for which we have a separate insurance).
Some recommendations for this tour Santo Domingo Colonial:
Sunglasses.
Light clothes.
Camera.
Comfortable walking shoes.
Money for purchases and tips.
