Discover the rich history of the Colonial Zone, the underground magic of Los Tres Ojos National Park, and the impressive Columbus Lighthouse on a unique tour that mixes culture, nature, and monuments.

PRICE: $5
per person

 

In this experience, we’ll take our time to explore every iconic spot in Santo Domingo’s tourist area, giving you all the details you need.

Santo Domingo de Guzmán is definitely one of the most captivating cities in the Caribbean and holds the title of being the first city founded in the New World in 1496. This beautiful capital city is waiting for you to explore its attractions, and with our tour, you can do just that.

Our itinerary kicks off with a visit to the ‘Los Tres Ojos National Park,’ a stunning mix of caves and cenotes that are packed with minerals and have a beauty that’s hard to put into words.

We’ll keep going on our tour at the Columbus Lighthouse, a Dominican monument and museum built in honor of Christopher Columbus, the discoverer of the New World. Inside the lighthouse, you’ll find exhibits from all over the world. It also has rooms for temporary exhibitions and conference rooms
conferences.

Then, we head to the Colonial Zone, the first city in the New World, where you’ll find the most amazing and majestic buildings from the colonial era. Here you’ll get to explore the First Cathedral of the New World, the Alcázar de Diego Colón, the famous Calle Las Damas, and other 15th-century colonial monuments like:

• The Royal Houses Museum.
• National Pantheon.
• Parque Colon.
• Ozama Fortress
• Museo de Duarte
• Taino Museum

With an expert guide, you’ll explore the Colonial Zone and check out the top monuments and architecture. You’ll get to know the life of the Spanish conquistadors while visiting the Alcázar de Diego Colón, the residence of the Grand Admiral’s family.

Tour Highlights:

Check out the first city in the Americas
Check out the museum dedicated to Christopher Columbus
Check out the Los 3 Ojos Natural Park and its caves
Take a stroll down the first street in the Americas
Check out the First Cathedral of America

Includes:

Transport service to each of the excursions.
Entrance tickets to each attraction.
Check out the Colonial Zone.
Check out the Craft Market.
Tickets to national monuments and Los Tres Ojos Park.
National tour guide in the Colonial Zone
Water
Mamajuana
Tips
Local shopping

 

 

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