National Palace Attractions & Things to do

Experience the essence of history with our Santo Domingo Colonial Heritage Tour—a journey through time in the first city of the Americas! What sets this tour apart is its deep dive into Santo Domingo’s unparalleled legacy, where every cobblestone and building tells a story of centuries past. Explore the heart of the city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and immerse yourself in its well-preserved colonial architecture, historic landmarks, and vibrant local culture. This isn’t just a tour; it’s a rare opportunity to walk in the footsteps of explorers, witness the birthplace of the New World, and discover hidden gems in lively markets that showcase the soul of Dominican heritage.
Duration: 5 hours.

During the tour that we will do in Santo Domingo, we will visit the main monuments and historical places of our country, so that you can learn about our origins, culture, and lifestyle.

Our tour in Santo Domingo begins in the Los Tres Ojos National Park, then we make a stop at the Colon Lighthouse, where the remains of Admiral Cristóbal Colon rest.

Then we will continue our tour of the new city of Santo Domingo and we will walk through the main streets and most important avenues, we will pass through the commercial area, Chinatown, and we will stop to take a photo at the presidential palace. from there we continue straight to the Malecón de Santo Domingo.

After all the aforementioned, we will stop in the colonial zone, where we will enjoy a typical lunch, here we recharge the batteries, by then we will start the tour throughout this old city, where we will visit the first cathedral in America, calle las damas, plaza España.
Duration: 10 hours.

Immerse yourself in the heritage of Santo Domingo on a full-day tour of the capital of the Dominican Republic. Discover the first city of the New World, see the first cathedral of the Americas, stroll down colonial streets, and much more!
An insightful Day into the past and the present of the capital city along engaging, knowledgeable, and friendly guides. An opportunity to visit all the must-see monuments and enjoy a delicious typical Dominican lunch
Important: Due Covid, most museums are closed, we will do a panoramic visit to this ones
Duration: 10 to 12 hours.

Santo Domingo has many beautiful monuments, historical attractions and natural enclaves, but selecting which ones to visit in one day requires knowledge of the area and a lot of planning.

This ideal tour for travelers short on time visits a selection of top attractions, including Los Tres Ojos National Park, the Columbus Lighthouse, and the city of Santo Domingo.

After exploring the main sights of the city, the journey continues to the Colonial Zone for a delicious lunch and more sightseeing.
Duration: 7 to 8 hours.

Immerse yourself in the city culture, history, and architecture of Santo Domingo on this full-day city sightseeing tour from Punta Cana. Highlights include Casa de Campos, Three Eyes (Tres Ojos) Park, Faro Colon, the Santo Domingo Cathedral, and others. Buffet lunch of typical Dominican food included, as well as hotel pickup and drop-off in Punta Cana.
Duration: 7 to 8 hours.

We begin our tour in the lobby of your hotel, with a 2h and 30 minute drive until we reach the 1st point: Las Cuevas de los Tres Ojos, where you will explore its underground wonders with an expert guide.
We will have a stop at the Gran Faro a Colón to take incredible photos, inaugurated by Pope John Paul II and we will visit the great Presidential Palace and other emblematic points of the Dominican Republic.

We will continue the tour in the historic Colonial Zone, admiring the Alcázar de Colón, the majestic National Pantheon, and the Catedral Primada de América. We will continue with the Convent of the Dominicans, walk along Calle Las Damas and explore the Amber Museum.

After immersing yourself in history, we will pause to enjoy an authentic Dominican lunch in a place full of history and local tradition, where you will learn more about the culture of the area.

We will conclude our day at the local crafts and take you back to your hotel.
Duration: 8 to 9 hours.

Santo Domingo is a magical city, full of history, culture and incredible landscapes. Walk through the oldest capital of the «New» world, Santo Domingo is the first city founded in America.

This sightseeing tour shows you a city full of history and culture. A great activity for the whole family.

At the beginning of the day, we will pick you up at your hotel. On the way to Santo Domingo, you will have a tour guide who will explain incredible details about the history of the Dominican Republic. Upon arrival in Santo Domingo, you will visit the incredible cenotes of Los Tres Ojos National Park, you will also make a beautiful tour of the most important monuments: the 1st Cathedral in America, the Colon Palace and the National Pantheon, also Be in a romantic street , the first in America, "The Ladies." Enjoy a picturesque panoramic view of the famous colonial zone and residential areas, Malecón Avenue and the gigantic Colón Lighthouse.

Duration: 8 to 10 hours.

Santo Domingo is the oldest city in the New World. We invite you to learn about its History, visiting its Colonial Monuments, which are among the most important in America.

Our tour begins by visiting “The Three Eyes,” a combination of Caverns and Lakes, which have a high sulfur content and indescribable beauty.
Then we continue to the Colonial Zone, where the most important and imposing buildings from the Colonization period are located. We will walk along Las Damas Street, visiting the National Pantheon and the Primate Cathedral of America, the first in the New World.

There will be free time in Conde Peatonal and Calle Las Damas to walk and/or buy some souvenirs, since there is a wide variety of typical crafts, Mamajuana, Rom, Tobacco, and then arrive at the Restaurant and taste a delicious Dominican Lunch:

Then we will have two more Panoramic visits: from the Lighthouse to Colon.
Duration: 9 hours.

Embark on a day trip to Santo Domingo, the historic capital of the Dominican Republic, with convenient round-trip transportation from Punta Cana. Perfect for families and friends, this guided tour highlights the city's vibrant culture, stunning architecture, and rich history.

Your adventure begins with hotel pickup in a minivan, followed by a bus ride to Santo Domingo. First, visit the breathtaking Three Eyes Cenotes to marvel at its freshwater lakes and impressive cave formations.

Next, enjoy a panoramic view of Faro a Colon, said to house Christopher Columbus's remains, and pass by the impressive neoclassical Presidential Palace.

Explore the picturesque Colonial Zone, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and visit the Cathedral of Santa María la Menor, the oldest cathedral in the Americas. Stroll along Calle Las Damas, home to the first stone house built in the New World.

Finally, enjoy a tasty buffet lunch before taking a walk along Calle el Conde to board the bus back to your hotel.
Duration: 10 hours.

Visit the oldest city of the Americas! Come and join us to experience walking through Santo Domingo, where history started in the Americas. Visit the first cathedral of the new world, Diego Columbus Alcazar, the famous Las Damas street, and some other 5th century colonial monuments. You’ll also have panoramic views of the downtown, residential areas, and the National Presidential Palace. Your best shopping option will be at the colorful market. Lunch is included at a typical Dominican restaurant.
Duration: 11 hours.

We begin with a meeting at the starting point coordinated with our operator until we reach the 1st point: Las Cuevas de los Tres Ojos, where you will explore its underground wonders with an expert guide.
We will have a stop at the Gran Faro a Colón to take incredible photos, inaugurated by Pope John Paul II and we will visit the great Presidential Palace and other emblematic points of the Dominican Republic.

We will continue the tour in the historic Colonial Zone, admiring the Alcázar de Colón, the majestic National Pantheon, and the Catedral Primada de América. We will continue with the Convent of the Dominicans, walk along Calle Las Damas and explore the Amber Museum.

After immersing yourself in history, we will pause to enjoy an authentic Dominican lunch in a place full of history and local tradition, where you will learn more about the culture of the area.

We will conclude our day at the local crafts and take you back to your hotel.
Duration: 8 to 9 hours.

Immerse yourself in history with our Santo Domingo Colonial Heritage Tour, exploring the oldest city in the Americas! Discover the rich cultural tapestry of Santo Domingo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and experience the city's colonial charm and vibrant markets.
Duration: 10 hours.

The City of Santo Domingo was the first places in the entire Caribbean and Latin America, where the Spanish-European established, from here they spread and teach the Spanish Language and the Catholic Culture Religion in all territory knows today as Latin America, the new Continent, discovery by Cristobal Colon in 1492. Santo Domingo the oldest city in America, have the most antique Colonial Zone, and the most oldest monuments of the entire Caribbean and Latin America. In Santo Domingo, We can find: The First Cathedral of the New World "Cathedral De las Mercedez, We can also find The Museum of Alcazar de Colon, four generations of the Spanish Royal Family was living in this Alcazar, today is a Museum, we will visited. We are going to walk in the Street of the Ladies "Calle Las Damas", first street in Honor to the Ladies in the New World.
We are going to visited the Museum of the Real Houses "Museo de las Casas Reales", one of the most important of the Region of the Caribbean.
Duration: 9 hours.

Santo Domingo is a history and culture full city, as it is the first city founded in America. Here you can visit the first cathedral built in the New World, as well as the Alcazar of the first governor of the Island Don Diego Colon), the Three Eyes Indigenous Millenarian Cave, among many other history monuments. This old colonial city has been home of various films and documental, made by historians from all over the world. It is your chance to discover it by yourself. A typical Dominican lunch will be included during it. It is mandatory to wear long pans or skirts, and sleeved shirts to enter the cathedral.
Duration: 8 to 9 hours.

Discover one of the Caribbean's oldest cities during this full-day excursion to Santo Domingo. Visit the city's top landmarks including the Our Lady of Incarnation cathedral, Colón Palace, and the National Pantheon. You also have the opportunity to take in the colonial architecture of the city near the Malecon before heading back to Punta Cana
Duration: 7 to 10 hours.

Santo Domingo is a magical city, full of history, culture and incredible landscapes. Walk through the oldest capital of the «New» world, Santo Domingo is the first city founded in America.

This sightseeing tour shows you a city full of history and culture. A great activity for the whole family.

At the beginning of the day, we will pick you up at your hotel. On the way to Santo Domingo, you will have a tour guide who will explain incredible details about the history of the Dominican Republic. Upon arrival in Santo Domingo, you will visit the incredible cenotes of Los Tres Ojos National Park, you will also make a beautiful tour of the most important monuments: the 1st Cathedral in America, the Colon Palace and the National Pantheon, also Be in a romantic street, the first in America, "The Ladies." Enjoy a picturesque panoramic view of the famous colonial zone and residential areas, Malecón Avenue and the gigantic Colón Lighthouse.
Duration: 8 hours.

We begin our journey with a meeting in the lobby of your hotel or at a designated starting point agreed upon with our operator. We'll head towards the stunning Cuevas de los Tres Ojos, where, accompanied by our guide, we'll explore its fascinating underground caves. We'll make a stop at the Faro a Colón to capture photos of this attraction inaugurated by Pope John Paul II, as well as the National Palace.

Afterwards, we'll enjoy a typical Dominican lunch in a place full of history and local authenticity.

We'll then continue to the colonial zone, exploring historical gems such as the Alcázar de Colón, the National Pantheon, the First Cathedral of America, the Convent of the Dominicans, Calle Las Damas, and the Amber Museum, with a duration of 45 minutes.

We conclude our day by exploring local shops with typical products before comfortably returning to your hotel. Discover the historical and culinary richness of Santo Domingo with us.
Duration: 3 hours.

Book our Santo Domingo tours to enjoy authentic local experiences, a wide variety of options, comfort and safety, flexible itineraries and expert guides. Our excursions allow you to explore the rich culture, history and beauty of the Dominican Republic, while contributing to the sustainable development of the local community. Join us and discover the Dominican Republic in an unforgettable way.
Duration: 7 to 8 hours.

Dare to get to know the first city in America where Christopher Columbus created the new world, accompanied by our staff you will visit the most important places in the Santo Domingo area with tickets included and a typical Dominican lunch, where you will have the opportunity to get close to history and culture.
Duration: 10 hours.

Get a comprehensive tour of Santo Domingo, one of Latin America's oldest cities, on this full-day excursion from Punta Cana. Round-trip transportation is included, which eliminates the need to rent a car and lets you focus on the scenery during the drive. Once in town, take a walking tour of its highlights such as the Plaza de Espana, the Colonial Zone, the Columbus Lighthouse, and others. Take a break midday for a typical Dominican lunch at a local restaurant.
• Convenient pickup and drop-off at any Hotels or accomodations in the Punta Cana area.
• Typical Dominican lunch at a local restaurant.
• Guided tour of the Colonial Zone and other Santo Domingo landmarks.
• Enjoy a panoramic introduction to this historic colonial city.
• Visit the World Heritage-listed Colonial Zone with its Spanish architecture and 16th-century monuments.
• See the oldest cathedral in the Americas, Catedral Primada de America Learn about the city’s history and culture from a guide.
Duration: 8 to 10 hours.

Visit the oldest city in the New World and the first permanent settlement of Christopher Columbus after his "discovery" of the Americas. Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1992.
Duration: 7 to 8 hours.