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Immerse yourself in the heritage of Santo Domingo on a full-day tour of the capital of the Dominican Republic. Discover the first city of the New World, see the first cathedral of the Americas, stroll down colonial streets, and much more!
An insightful Day into the past and the present of the capital city along engaging, knowledgeable, and friendly guides. An opportunity to visit all the must-see monuments and enjoy a delicious typical Dominican lunch
Important: Due Covid, most museums are closed, we will do a panoramic visit to this ones
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Exact pick up time will be sent by email. If you are not staying at a hotel we can set a close meeting point from your airbnb
Itinerary
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Calle Las Damas (Pass by)
First street of America
Admission ticket free -
1Alcazar de Colon
It is the only known residence of a member of the Christopher Columbus's family,[1] his first-born son Diego Columbus.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
Palacio National (Pass by)
The building stands on the grounds of the former Presidential Mansion (Mansión Presidencial), built during the United States military occupation of 1916-1924.
Admission ticket free -
Theater of Fine Arts (Pass by)
Theater
Admission ticket free -
2Museo De Las Casas Reales
Originally built in 1508 it is now the home of a very informative museum explaining the rich history of this island and the country of Dominican Republic. It also houses a collection of weapons once owned by the Dictator Rafael Leónidas Trujillo Molina.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Basilica Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor
When you enter the cathedral you will feel a calmness come over you. Seeing the interior for the first time is a real experience. It is so quiet, relaxing, and overpowering and yet it has such a reverent feeling. Make sure to look up toward the heavens and notice the vaulted ceiling made to look like palm branches representing the original roof of the first church. There are many different chapels inside the large structure. The stained glass is magnificent.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Zona Colonial
is the oldest constantly inhabited city in all of “The Americas”. It is a small town nestled in the capital city of Santo Domingo on the most beautiful island in the Caribbean, the Dominican Republic.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Columbus Lighthouse (Faro A Colon) (Pass by)
The monument is both a mausoleum and a museum showcasing objects including a boat from Cuba and Colombian jewelry. Constructed of concrete, the monument is 680 feet (210 m) long.[3] Its architecture is cross-shaped and represents the Christianization of the Americas.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Women must have shoulders and knees covered to enter the cathedral
- Alcazar de Colon is permanently closed due maintenance, we will be visiting Fortaleza Ozama instead
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- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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