Experiences in Santo Domingo

Culture
in Santo Domingo

Near the Sans Souci Port Terminal, the National Aquarium has a long shark tunnel and manatee petting area. Located beside the sea, there are benches to sit and enjoy the view. Av. España.

Iconic Sights

Alcázar de Colón

One of the most popular museums in the Colonial City. Completed around 1512, this Gothic and Renaissance style palace was the home of Diego Columbus, son of Christopher Columbus, and his wife María de Toledo, niece of King Ferdinand of Spain.

Colonial City, Family-Friendly, Iconic Sights, Museums

Calle El Conde

The first commercial street in the New World remains the most popular pedestrian shopping area. Stretching over 10 blocks, this cobblestoned road is lined with restaurants, cafés, souvenir shops, and street side art vendors.

Colonial City, Family-Friendly, Iconic Sights, Shopping

Calle Las Damas

The first paved street in the Americas: Calle Las Damas or the “street of the ladies,” connects directly to the Alcazar de Colón; María de Toledo and her ladies would step out of the palace and stroll up and down Calle Las Damas in the evenings.

Colonial City, Family-Friendly, Iconic Sights

Capilla Nuestra Señora de Los Remedios

Originally built in the 16th century by the Dávila family, the 500-year old Gothic chapel was intended as a private religious shrine, where prominent Spanish families would congregate for prayers.

Churches, Colonial City, Family-Friendly

Casa de Teatro

One of Santo Domingo’s and the DR’s most respected cultural centers. This historic location hosts regular art and photo exhibits, as well as movies and live music. It’s a favorite hub of creatives, from poets to writers and actors.

Colonial City, Iconic Sights, Music + Nightlife, Theaters

Casa de Tostado

This colonial home restored into a museum showcases the lifestyle of 19th century middle class Dominican families, with model displays of bedroom and library furniture to a charcoal oven kitchen, sewing room, and tea lounge.

Colonial City, Family-Friendly, Museums

Catedral Primada de América

Built between 1510 and 1540, the first cathedral of the Americas continues to stand tall in all of its glory over the heart of the Colonial City. The remains of Christopher Columbus were found here in the 19th century.

Churches, Colonial City, Family-Friendly, Iconic Sights, Wedding Venues, Weddings & Romance

Centro Cultural de las Telecomunicaciones

The city’s youngest museum showcases the history and evolution of media in the Dominican Republic, from television to radio, and the internet up to the 20th century and beyond.

Colonial City, Family-Friendly, Iconic Sights, Museums

Chinatown

Signature Chinese gates mark the start and end of Santo Domingo’s Barrio Chino. Sculptures dot the streets, from a Chinese monk to life-size lions, and the city’s most authentic Chinese restaurants are found here.

Family-Friendly, Iconic Sights, Shopping