Zona Colonial Travel Guide
Santo Domingo
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Alcazar de Colon
Walk the same halls that were once paced by the son of Christopher Columbus in this stunning preservation of Spanish colonial architecture.
Plaza de España
Learn about the local history of Santo Domingo when you take a trip to Plaza de España. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Museum of the Royal Houses
Once the Spanish administrative center of the Caribbean, this building now houses a museum dedicated to the colonial history of the region.
Things to do
Saona Island: Full-Day Boat Tour All Inclusive
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch
Full Day Santo Domingo City Tour: History of the Caribbean From Punta Cana
Punta Cana Panoramic Tour of The City of Santo Domingo
Top hotels in Zona Colonial
Hodelpa Caribe Colonial
This is my 5th stay at this hotel, and it continues to provide excellent customer service, and the staff are like family to me because they are awesome. The room is very large, clean and friendly environment. I look forward to returning to this hotel in the near future.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Gran Hotel Europa Santo Domingo, Trademark by Wyndham
The cleaning staff was exceptional. Also the front desk staff was helpful. Great stay!
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando
Beautiful hotel and exceptional service, within walking distance to all the colonial city sights.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Novus Plaza Hodelpa
The staff were great. The room was a decent size and clean. Would book again.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Cataleya Hotel
Excellent
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Kimpton Las Mercedes by IHG
The room was large and very nice . They provided water at no cost at all times and valet parking no charge which was much appreciated I used the spa a lot . Staff very nice but I think it needs to improve Rooms are nice however fir a pedicure not comfortable at all you sit in a regular chair and ...
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Zona Colonial
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
