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Santo Domingo Unfiltered : Gualey//Colonial Area (PRIVATE TOUR)

5.0 (26 reviews) 6–8 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Santo Domingo Unfiltered : Gualey//Colonial Area (PRIVATE TOUR)

About this activity

From Gualey to the Colonial Zone – A Journey Through the Soul of Santo Domingo

Don’t miss this unique experience in Santo Domingo! Embark on an exclusive tour that combines the vibrant energy of Gualey, one of the city’s most authentic neighborhoods, with the majesty of the historic Colonial Zone. Accompanied by an expert local guide, you will live Dominican culture, music and traditions to their fullest.

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At a glance

Duration
6–8 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–8
Guide
English, Spanish
Operated by
Excursiones Lara

Ages: Youth (6–16 years) · Adults (17–64 years) · Seniors (65–90 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Private transportation
  • Included: Bottled water
  • Included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board
  • Included: Lunch
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    2 hours

    Gualey!! a tour of one of the most emblematic neighborhoods of Santo Domingo, you will live an authentic experience of life in a popular neighborhood of the Dominican capital. This tour will immerse you in the local culture, showing you how people live in their day-to-day lives, while learning about their traditions, history and customs.

    Here Gloria our guide and resident of this sector will give us a walking tour through the streets of the neighborhood, showing us all the folklore and life of this populous sector, its hidden parts and full of life and history.

    It is a tour designed for those who like to immerse themselves within the culture of what they visit

  2. Zona Colonial

    5 hours Admission included

    After the amazing experience in Gualey we headed to the Colonial Zone. Here the tour begins in the emblematic Cathedral Square, one of the most representative places in the Colonial Zone. Here, your professional guide will warmly welcome you and tell you about the history of this historic area, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With its deep knowledge of history and architecture, the guide will guide you through the narrow cobblestone streets, while telling you about the rich cultural heritage of Santo Domingo, the first city of the New World.

    Our guide Tony will take you to the most emblematic and important parts of the colonial city. In this part of the tour we will enjoy lunch in a crazy food restaurant, superb views and a pleasant walk

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

  • Dominican Fiesta Hotel
  • Renaissance Santo Domingo Jaragua Hotel & Casino
  • Caribbean Hotel Santo Domingo
  • Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando
  • Novus Plaza Hodelpa
  • Sheraton Santo Domingo Hotel
  • Barcelo Santo Domingo
  • El Embajador, A Royal Hideaway Hotel
  • JW Marriott Hotel Santo Domingo
  • Hodelpa Caribe Colonial Hotel
  • Santo Domingo Hostel
  • Embassy Suites By Hilton Santo Domingo

The transfer takes place 30 minutes before starting the tour. Minibus White or Grey. I pick up from any accommodation in the National District

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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Santo Domingo Unfiltered : Gualey//Colonial Area (PRIVATE TOUR)

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