Popular places to visit
Malecon
This palm-fringed waterfront strip is lined with restaurants, happening clubs and five-star hotels.
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.
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.
Colon Lighthouse and Museum
Admire the grandeur of this monument, which memorializes the explorations of Christopher Columbus and the diversity of the New World.
Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral
Find out about the history of Santo Domingo with a stop at Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
Calle Las Damas
During your trip to Santo Domingo, you can enjoy retail therapy at Calle Las Damas. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Full Day Santo Domingo City Tour: History of the Caribbean From Punta Cana
Excursion to the Three Eyes Park and the Colón Lighthouse
Extreme Ziplines Full-Day from Juan Dolio
San Pedro: Cigar, Rum, & Culture Tour
Top hotels in La Caleta
Four Points by Sheraton Santo Domingo
It was clean and the staff was very nice.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Hampton by Hilton Santo Domingo Airport
Break fast was fresh
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
whala! boca chica - All inclusive
Great place to visit
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Catalonia Santo Domingo
The room was excellent.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
W&P Santo Domingo
Overall very good
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Dominican Fiesta Hotel
All the services in general were excellent, the staff was very friendly and helpful, the rooms were super comfortable, this was my third time and I will choose it again
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Caleta
Reparto Ibarra
While Reparto Ibarra may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Boca Chica Beach and Nautical Club of Santo Domingo.
Alma Rosa
While Alma Rosa isn't home to many top sights, Megacentro Mall and Colon Lighthouse and Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Las Américas
While there might not be top attractions in Las Américas, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Colon Lighthouse and Museum and Agua Splash Caribe Parque Acuatico.
Ciudad Colonial
If you're spending some time in Ciudad Colonial, Calle El Conde and Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.
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 Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral.
Ciudad Nueva
When in Ciudad Nueva, you can plan a visit to Grand Casino Jaragua and Calle El Conde, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
