El Palmar Travel Guide
Santo Domingo
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Punta Cana: Saona Island Full-Day All-Inclusive Boat Tour
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
Saona Island Tour From Santo Domingo with Lunch, Open Bar, Pickup
Santo Domingo City - Full Day All Inclusive Tour
Santo Domingo: Chocolate Tour + Optional Workshops
Top hotels in El Palmar
Catalonia Santo Domingo
Staff was friendly, room was clean, good location with beautiful views, great breakfast
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Dominican Fiesta Hotel
Everything was great except the fact that they charged me $100 plus $32p/day for a SERVICE DOG. He’s not a pet. They claimed I would receive amenities for my dog but never received anything. I have never ever had to pay at a hotel for a SERVICE DOG. I love staying here but the Sheraton Hotel doesn’t ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Renaissance Santo Domingo Jaragua Hotel & Casino
Breakfast was excellent!
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Barceló Santo Domingo
Excelente propiedad
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Santo Domingo
The staff was very courteous and friendly. Also. I received a corner suite on a very high floor, which gave an excellent view of the city.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel
Loved this property.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Palmar
Los Cacicazgos
While Los Cacicazgos isn't home to many top sights, Plaza de la Bandera and Santo Domingo Country Club are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mirador Sur
While Mirador Sur may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Plaza de la Bandera and Bella Vista Mall.
Evaristo Morales
While there might not be top attractions in Evaristo Morales, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Acropolis Center and Blue Mall.
Bella Vista
While there might not be top attractions in Bella Vista, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Acropolis Center and Bella Vista Mall.
Piantini
Unique features of Piantini include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Blue Mall or Acropolis Center while you're exploring the area.
Santo Domingo Financial District
Spend some time visiting places like Blue Mall while getting to know Santo Domingo Financial District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Freddy Beras Goico Station or Pedro Mir Station to see more of the area.
