Ciudad Colonial Travel Guide
Santo Domingo
Visit Ciudad Colonial
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
Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
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 Ciudad Colonial
Hodelpa Caribe Colonial
Staff were wonderful
Reviewed on 25 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
The staff were so friendly and helpful. Felix was THE BEST. Breakfast was great but overpriced.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Novus Plaza Hodelpa
Excelente todo
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Cataleya Hotel
Good breakfast
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Hotel Discovery
I was happy I had saved my receipt because it’s the second time I have included my breakfast in my reservation and I wasn’t on the list. However the receptionist was kind to see my proof and honored it.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ciudad Colonial
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.
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.
