10 Best Things to Do in Santo Domingo

Santo Domingo, the capital, is the oldest European city in the Americas and a vibrant mix of history and modern life. Here are the 10 best things to do in Santo Domingo.

10 Things to Do in Santo Domingo

1. Walk the Colonial Zone (Zona Colonial). Explore the UNESCO World Heritage streets, plazas and colonial architecture.
2. Visit the Alcázar de Colón. Tour the palace of Diego Columbus, a highlight of the colonial era.
3. See the Catedral Primada de América. Admire the first cathedral built in the Americas.
4. Walk down Calle Las Damas. Stroll the oldest paved street in the New World.
5. Explore Los Tres Ojos. Discover open-air limestone caves with crystal-clear underground lagoons.
6. Visit the Columbus Lighthouse (Faro a Colón). See the monumental cross-shaped mausoleum and monument.
7. Relax in the Botanical Garden. Enjoy the largest botanical garden in the Caribbean.
8. Stroll the Malecón. Walk or drive along the lively seafront avenue.
9. Experience the nightlife and cuisine. Enjoy world-class restaurants, bars and live merengue and bachata.
10. Arrive with a private airport transfer. Travel from Las Américas Airport (SDQ) to the city with a reliable Paraisord driver.

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