Ensanche Independencia Travel Guide
Santo Domingo


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Popular places to visit

Palace of Fine Arts
See inspiring dance performances, browse fine arts exhibitions and admire dramatic neoclassical architecture in Santo Domingo’s cultural center.

Boca Chica Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Boca Chica Beach during your travels in Santo Domingo? Discover the sunsets while you're in the area.

Malecon
This palm-fringed waterfront strip is lined with restaurants, happening clubs and five-star hotels.

Centro Olimpico
Catch an event at Centro Olimpico during your trip to Santo Domingo. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Quisqueya Stadium
Catch an event at Quisqueya Stadium during your trip to Santo Domingo. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Calle El Conde
You can find out about the history of Santo Domingo when you stop by Calle El Conde. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do

Punta Cana: Saona Island Full-Day All-Inclusive Boat Tour

Saona Island Tour From Santo Domingo with Lunch, Open Bar, Pickup

Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach

Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch

Santo Domingo City - Full Day All Inclusive Tour
Top hotels in Ensanche Independencia

Hotel Riazor
"muy bien ubicada, personal amable, habitaciones cómodas"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Stay Here Suites
"Fantastic staff. Even the security guards were extremely helpful. The patio on the 4th floor is a blessing.great quality hotel. The breakfast was also very tasty. So much to say about this great hotel."
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Catalonia Santo Domingo
"bathroom was stuck. It’s not flushing."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Dominican Fiesta Hotel
"I like it a lot, it's my 3rd time at this hotel. The hotel location is great, the staff are so nice and helpful. And the hotel is clean and very well kept. Loved the real flowers at the Lobby, the garden beautiful. The only thing I dislike a beat is that some of the rooms decor are very old looking, ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Renaissance Santo Domingo Jaragua Hotel & Casino
"Staff was great, perfect location"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel
"It was okay"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Ensanche Independencia

Gascue
The abundant dining options and seaside views are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Grand Casino Jaragua or Guibia Beach while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casandra Damiron Station to get around town.

Ciudad Universitaria
Travellers choose Ciudad Universitaria for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Amin Abel Station or Francisco Alberto Caamano Deno Station and check out top sights like Guibia Beach.

San Carlos
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in San Carlos and surrounding area, you can visit Calle El Conde and Ruinas del Hospital San Nicolás de Barí.

Zona Colonial
Zona Colonial is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Calle El Conde or Ruinas del Hospital San Nicolás de Barí.

La Julia
Well liked for its shopping and restaurants, you might stop by Acropolis Center and Palacio de los Deportes Virgilio Travieso Soto while you're exploring La Julia and the surrounding neighbourhoods.

Ensanche Naco
While there might not be top attractions in Ensanche Naco, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Palacio de los Deportes Virgilio Travieso Soto and Blue Mall.

