Santo Domingo Things to Do

Declared a tourist attraction in 1970, the floors of these caves are filled with beautiful circular lakes fed by the Brujuelas, a subterranean river. The sulfurous waters of the first lake, discovered in 1916, are only 20 feet... more

This cathedral, the first in the New World, is the most important monument in Santo Domingo. It was constructed from 1514 to 1546. Its complete translated name is the Holy Metropolitan Cathedral Basilica of our Lady Holy Mary o... more

One of the oldest streets in Santo Domingo and still among the city's most popular commercial centers, this quaint pedestrian street extends from the Parque Colón to the Parque Independencia. It hosts a diverse variety of store... more

Each year, usually near Independence day (celebrated on February 27), the streets of Santo Domingo come alive with song, dance and revelry in celebration. The carnival parade snakes through Malecón (El) as participants dressed... more

Opened in 1990, the National Aquarium boasts a modern, open-air design and a glorious location overlooking the Caribbean. Roughly 3,000 live specimens of 250 species of marine life inhabit the friendly waters here. The staff is... more

Designed by architect Joe Gleave, this monument to Christopher Columbus is a cross 46 meters tall and constructed of completely white marble. It has housed the remains of the explorer since his tomb was moved from the Catedral... more

El Malecón runs for 15 kilometers along the Caribbean shore. The middle stretch of this levee is reserved for casual strolling, family outings, lovers' trysts and simple sightseeing. Visitors enjoy the ice cream parlors and res... more

Each New Year's Eve, locals and tourists of all ages gather at the traditional New Year´s party celebrated at El Malecon, a famous oceanfront boulevard considered to be the "World´s Largest Discotheque" by the Guinness Book of... more

This exclusive bar boasts a charming and unique atmosphere conferred by its colonial building and exquisite decoration. It has four distinct areas, both inside and outside. Besides the famous aphrodisiac beverages served here,... more