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.
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.
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.
Ozama Fortress
The oldest military structure in the New World, this imposing fort is the site from where the Spanish launched several key colonial conquests in the Americas.
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: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
Santo Domingo City - Full Day All Inclusive Tour
Full Day Santo Domingo City Tour: History of the Caribbean From Punta Cana
Punta Cana Panoramic Tour of The City of Santo Domingo
Santo Domingo City - Full Day Tour
Top hotels in Ciudad Colonial
Gran Hotel Europa Santo Domingo, Trademark by Wyndham
Yes, always the staff is very helpful and profesional, facilities good,breakfast too
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando
Love the location, Hotel beautifully decorated, with exceptionally courteous and attentive staff.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Cataleya Hotel
I love the room, but the pillow is thin and not thick enough. I wasn't comfortable sleeping because my neck got stiff. Also, please make sure the cleaner cleans the water tap to keep it shiny, and the window needs to be kept shiny.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Boutique Hotel Palacio
Great location, clean room
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Kimpton Las Mercedes by IHG
The property was excellent and customer service enhanced the stay.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Hodelpa Caribe Colonial
Breakfast was fresh and staff was pleasant.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 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.
Villa Duarte
Though Villa Duarte may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Colon Lighthouse and Museum and Calle Las Damas.
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.
