San Carlos 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.
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.
Chinatown
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Chinatown during your trip to Santo Domingo.
Blue Mall
During your trip to Santo Domingo, you can do some window-shopping at Blue Mall. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Santo Domingo City Life Lunch and Transportation Tour
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
SAONA ISLAND: Catamaran Boat with Open Bar, Lunch and More..
Dominican Republic: 3-Hour Chocolate Lovers Tour
Santo Domingo: Hidden Waterfall & Historical Cave Adventure
Santo Domingo City - Full Day All Inclusive Tour
Top hotels in San Carlos
Hotel Merey
Reviewed on 3 May 2025
Hotel Luis V
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2025
Dominican Fiesta Hotel
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
whala! boca chica - All inclusive
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025
El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
Gran Hotel Europa Santo Domingo, Trademark by Wyndham
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around San Carlos
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 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.
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.
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.