Full-Day Santo Domingo City Tour from Punta Cana
Duration
10 to 12 hours
Group Size
1 to 15 people
Ages
0
-
99
yrs
Languages
English
Tour Overview
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
Additional information
- 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
Pickup
What's included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Professional guide
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
Itinerary
First street of America
It is the only known residence of a member of the Christopher Columbus's family,[1] his first-born son Diego Columbus.
The building stands on the grounds of the former Presidential Mansion (Mansión Presidencial), built during the United States military occupation of 1916-1924.
Theater
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.
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.
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.
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.
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