About Santo Domingo
Santo Domingo is the capital of Dominican Republic, home to around 2,201,941 people.
Best time
Late spring and early autumn for pleasant temperatures
Weather
Diverse — temperate to subtropical
Experiences
Things to do in Santo Domingo
1
Colonial Zone
2
Basilica Cathedral of Santa María la Menor
3
Fortaleza Ozama
4
Malecon
5
Plaza de la Cultura
6
Eco-tourism
7
Eastern Santo Domingo
8
Faro a Colon
Budget travel
Free things to do in Santo Domingo
Basilica Cathedral of Santa María la Menor
Plaza de la Cultura
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Colonial Zone
- Visit Basilica Cathedral of Santa María la Menor
- Visit Fortaleza Ozama
- Eat at Adrian Tropical Food
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Malecon
- Visit Plaza de la Cultura
- Visit Eco-tourism
- Eat at TGI Fridays
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Eastern Santo Domingo
- Visit Faro a Colon
- Visit Mirador Sur Park
- Eat at Tony Roma's
Where to eat
Adrian Tropical Food
TGI Fridays
Tony Roma's
Outback Steak House
Hard Rock Cafe
Where to stay
- Island Life Hostel
- Mauad Hotel Boutique
- Jaguar Aparta Hotel
- Hotel Conde De Peñalba
- Hotel W&P
Shopping
- Gruen Projects Art Gallery
- Acropolis Center
- Agora Mall
- Bella Vista Mall
- Blue Mall
- Galeria 360
Nightlife
- Meringue Bar
- Cacibajagua
- Encuentro Artesanal
- Museo del Ron
Museums & culture
- Basilica Cathedral of Santa María la Menor
In pictures
Santo Domingo gallery
Keep exploring
