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Iconic Highlights and historical Tour in Santo Domingo

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Overview

Immerse yourself in history with our Santo Domingo Colonial Heritage Tour, exploring the oldest city in the Americas! Discover the rich cultural tapestry of Santo Domingo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and experience the city's colonial charm and vibrant markets.

What's Included

  • Round Trip transportation: RT Transportation from your Punta Cana Resort included in the Tour Price
  • Dominican Style lunch Included. Indulge yourself with a variety of tasty dishes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

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    The 3 Eyes National Park

    Our first stop will be Los Tres Ojos (Three Eyes) - a natural park with three water caves and beautiful rocks. In one of those caves, Jurassic park episodes were shot. The site is currently one of the most visited tourist attractions in the country. You will enjoy exploring the caves and, before continuing our trip, you can use bathroom facilities and a cafeteria to buy a drink.
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    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Columbus Lighthouse (Faro A Colon) (pass by)

    This multi-million-dollar lighthouse was built in 1992 to celebrate the 400 year anniversary of Columbus's landing in the Americas and is the site of the explorer's bones.
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    Palacio National (pass by)

    The lavish building that has been the home and offices of the Dominican president since 1947.
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    Malecon

    This popular thoroughfare is home to luxury hotels and casinos as well as historic monuments and statues.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Zona Colonial

    Walk and take pictures in the Colonial Zone, starting at the Columbus Palace. Completed in 1514, this was the home of Christopher Columbus's son, Don Diego. From the Palace, the tour will go through the historic Plaza de Espana and on to Calle Las Damas (the first paved street in the New World).Santo Domingo, the first city of the Americas. Stroll through yesterday's narrow walkways and set out to unveil the humble beginnings of the New World. Tour the oldest colonial city, erected in the 15th century.
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    2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Calle Las Damas

    At the eastern end of Calle El Conde, you’ll stumble on the first paved street in the Americas: Calle Las Damas or the “street of the ladies.” Sixteenth century architecture, former colonial buildings now turned into museums, embassies, and upscale hotels flank this picturesque, narrow road. Connecting directly to the Alcazar de Colón Palace, María de Toledo and her ladies would step out of the palace and stroll up and down Calle Las Damas in the evenings. Key sites located along this historic street include Fortaleza Ozama, the first fortress in the Americas, and the National Pantheon, resting place of the Dominican Republic’s national heroes
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Parque Colon

    One of the liveliest parks in the DR faces the oldest cathedral in the Americas, in a verdant, shaded square surrounded with colonial, republican, and modern architecture. A magnet for Dominicans and tourists alike, at its center is a towering statue of Christopher Columbus pointing to the island when he discovered it, and Taino Indian heroine Anacaona at his feet, looking up at the explorer. Pigeons fly around this magical square, punctuated with benches, and bustling with merengue music players, sidewalk cafés, and plenty of people watching.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Alcazar de Colon

    One of the most popular museums in the Colonial City is also its most impressive in architecture. Completed around 1512, this Gothic and Renaissance style palace was once the home of Diego Columbus, son of Christopher Columbus, and his wife María de Toledo, niece of King Ferdinand of Spain. With views overlooking Plaza de España on one side, and the Ozama River on the other, it is the oldest vice regal residence in the Americas, and the first fortified palace, turned into a museum showcasing 16th century furniture, art, musical instruments, and weapons. Winding staircases lead towards the couple’s well-preserved bedrooms, and to the lavish crystal chandelier-lit reception hall where events were hosted for the Spanish aristocracy.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    National Pantheon

    This 18th-century Jesuit church is the resting place for many of the greatest Dominican heroes.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Total Duration is 10 hours including the travel time

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Iconic Highlights and historical Tour in Santo Domingo?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AST).
    Apr 2025
    Q: What's included in the price?
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    The following is included:
    • Round Trip transportation: RT Transportation from your Punta Cana Resort included in the Tour Price.
    • Dominican Style lunch Included. Indulge yourself with a variety of tasty dishes.
    • Air-conditioned vehicle.
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    This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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    • Dominican Style lunch Included. Indulge yourself with a variety of tasty dishes
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