Santo Domingo: Full-Day Cultural VIP Tour of Santo Domingo City

8 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Embark on an exclusive VIP tour through the heart of Santo Domingo, the oldest city in the Americas, ideal for first-time visitors and history enthusiasts alike. Explore iconic attractions such as the fascinating caves of Tres Ojos National Park, the majestic Columbus Lighthouse, the charming Colonial Walled Zone, and the National Presidential Palace, all with the convenience of comfortable, hassle-free transfers between sites.

Immerse yourself in Santo Domingo's rich cultural and historical heritage with an expert guide who will lead you through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Colonial Zone. This full-day experience includes round-trip transportation from Punta Cana, with hotel pickup and drop-off to make your trip smoother.

Note: Transfer/transport times will be clearly marked on your itinerary for your convenience.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, Russian, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: Tour Bavaro

Ages: Infants (1–4 years) · Children (5–9 years) · Youth (10–17 years) · Adults (18–70 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Lobster service
Included: Lunch
Included: Professional Guide
Included: VIP service

Itinerary

Altos de Chavon

one hour Admission included

Discover Altos de Chavón, a stunning Mediterranean-style village overlooking the Chavón River. Walk through its cobblestone streets, admire artisan shops, visit the iconic St. Stanislaus Church, and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views in a unique cultural setting.
The 3 Eyes National Park

45 min Admission included

Los Tres Ojos National Park is a cavern that has a freshwater lake, naturally divided into three lakes that can only be seen from the inside and a single lake that can be seen without having to be inside. Located in the Santo Domingo Este municipality in the Dominican Republic.
Columbus Lighthouse (Faro A Colon)

45 min Admission included

The Columbus Lighthouse, commonly known as the Columbus Lighthouse, is a Dominican monument and museum built in honor of Christopher Columbus, discoverer of the New World.
Alcazar de Colon

45 min

The Alcázar de Colón or Viceregal Palace of Don Diego Colón is a palace located in the Plaza de España in the Colonial City of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, which was built on a site near the cliffs that look towards the Ozama River, granted to Diego Colón, first-born son of the discoverer of America, Christopher Columbus, by King Ferdinand the Catholic, to build a dwelling for him and his descendants on the island of Hispaniola, which he arrived in 1509 as governor and where today The Alcazar de Colón Museum works. Archived 2019-01-09 at the Wayback Machine.
Calle El Conde

45 min

Calle El Conde is an old street in the Colonial City of Santo Domingo. For a time it was one of the main streets of Santo Domingo, named after the Count of Peñalva.
Stop 6

15 min Admission included

The city of Santo Domingo is one of the oldest in the Caribbean, however, the National Palace is not a structure from the colonial era. Instead, it recalls a different and more recent period in the history of the Dominican Republic. The National Palace was built in the 1940s during the reign of the Dominican Republic's famously brutal dictator Rafael Trujillo. The National Palace is still used as the seat of the government of the Dominican Republic and the offices of the president, so it is not generally open to the public. However, visitors can explore the exterior and take photos of the impressive architecture of the building.
Monasterio de San Francisco

45 min Admission included

The Monastery of San Francisco in the city of Santo Domingo is one of the most important ruins in the Dominican Republic. It is located in the Colonial City of Santo Domingo and was declared a World Heritage Site.
Fortaleza Ozama

45 min Admission included

The Santo Domingo Fortress or Ozama Fortress is one of the historical Cultural Monuments of the Colonial City of Santo Domingo, in the Dominican Republic. It was built by the Spanish during colonial times and is the oldest fort built by Europeans in America.
Basilica Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor

45 min

The Catedral Primada de América, Catedral de Santo Domingo or Basilica Menor de Santa María de la Encarnación, is a cathedral and minor basilica dedicated to Santa María de la Encarnación that is located in the Colonial City of Santo Domingo, in the Dominican Republic
Zona Colonial

45 min

The Colonial City is the oldest urban nucleus of the city of Santo Domingo, capital of the Dominican Republic. The Colonial City was the first permanent European settlement in America, founded in 1502 by Spanish colonizers.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hotel Renacer
Hotel La Danae
Arpel 07 - Piantini - Santo Domingo
Hostal Condo-Parque
Hotel Bienvenida
Casa Conde Hotel Boutique
Central Park Tower
Hotel Real Bella Vista
Hostal La Colonia
Casa gadlu hotel
Hotel Plaza del Sol
Boutique Hotel Casa Grande

and 147 more pickup points

This schedule is an approximation.

Please, let us know your hotel or accommodation name We will be contacting you to give you the right pick-up time, depending on your hotel or your accommodation.