Full-Day Santo Domingo City Tour from Punta Cana

4.8 (5,402 reviews) Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Duration10h - 12h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 49 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

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

Options

German Tour Guide

Santo Domingo City Tour in German
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English Tour Guide

Santo Domingo City Tour in English Language
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Spanish Tour Guide

Santo Domingo City Tours in Spanish
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What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water
  • Professional guide
  • Lunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Calle Las Damas
    Pass by
    First street of America
  2. Alcazar de Colon
    15m · Admission ticket included
    It is the only known residence of a member of the Christopher Columbus's family,[1] his first-born son Diego Columbus.
  3. 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.
  4. Theater of Fine Arts
    Pass by
    Theater
  5. Museo De Las Casas Reales
    15m · Admission ticket included
    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.
  6. Basilica Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor
    20m · Admission ticket included
    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.
  7. Zona Colonial
    20m
    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.
  8. 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.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

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

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

Cancellation policy

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

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