Full Day Santo Domingo City Tour: History of the Caribbean From Punta Cana

3.8 (81 reviews) Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Duration7h - 8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Immerse yourself in the city culture, history, and architecture of Santo Domingo on this full-day city sightseeing tour from Punta Cana. Highlights include Casa de Campos, Three Eyes (Tres Ojos) Park, Faro Colon, the Santo Domingo Cathedral, and others. Buffet lunch of typical Dominican food included, as well as hotel pickup and drop-off in Punta Cana.

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Professional art historian guide
  • Buffet lunch typical dominican food, vegetarian option available
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

What to expect

  1. The 3 Eyes National Park
    45m · Admission ticket included
    The Dominican Republic’s Three Eyes National Park is a nature reserve and open-air limestone cave system with a series of crystal clear lakes known as the “eyes.” Located in the capital, Santo Domingo, just ten minutes by car from the popular Colonial Zone, the park provides a sweet respite from the hustle and bustle of the busy city. Along with a guided tour, these caves also offer deeper insights into the pre-colonial and ancestral origins of the Dominican Republic.
  2. Calle Las Damas
    Pass by
    Calle Las Damas/ Street of the Ladies is the oldest street in the Americas. It is a beautiful street lined with historical buildings from the original settlement of Santo Domingo. Was originally named Calle de la Fortaleza/ The street of Strength or Fortress when it was created in 1502 during the reign of Nicolás de Ovando. The street has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  3. Columbus Lighthouse (Faro A Colon)
    30m · Admission ticket included
    The Columbus Lighthouse is a cross-shaped monument made of reinforced concrete. Its dimensions are 680 feet (210 m) by 195 feet (59 m). There are 157 beams of light that emanate towards the sky from the structure and a rotating beam, which can be seen from space.
  4. Alcazar de Colon
    15m · Admission ticket included
    It is the only known residence of a member of the Christopher Columbus's family, his first-born son Diego Columbus.
  5. Basilica Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor
    20m · Admission ticket included
    The Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, is recognised as the Americas’ oldest Cathedral dating back to 1512. As the first Cathedral in the new world, it holds much significance, remaining one of the Dominican Republic’s most visited attractions and held in high regard throughout the Caribbean.
  6. Zona Colonial
    2h · Admission ticket included
    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.
  7. 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.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We'll call you to confirm the reservation and the pick up location.
Traveler pickup is offered Between 6:30 am and 7:30 am. Hotel
pickup time varies based on hotel location.

The Round Trip transportation time is 4 Hours Approximately

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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