Santo Domingo Walking Tour Full Day From Punta Cana

Begin your day in Santo Domingo with convenient pickup from your Punta Cana hotel. In a comfortable tour vehicle, make the journey to the Americas' oldest city, founded in 1498. 

Embark on a walking tour of the Colonial Zone, visiting all of the important historic landmarks. Stop at the Alcazar de Colon, the home of the city's first governor, as well as El Panteón Nacional and the Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral. Please note that both men and women must wear clothing that covers their knees and shoulders to visit the interior of the cathedral. 

Lunch will be enjoyed at a local restaurant. After lunch, enjoy some free time to explore on your own or shop for souvenirs before returning to Punta Cana for hotel drop-off.

We’ll discover the main historical sites of Santo Domingo, a city founded in 1498 by the Spanish on their arrival in America. We’ll visit places such as Santa María la Menor (Primate Cathedral), the National Pantheon and the Alcázar de Colón, home of the first Governor of Santo Domingo Diego Columbus, and Las Casas Reales Museum, all found in the colonial district.

We’ll shop at the Colonial Market, where the history of the New World began. Lunch will be at a restaurant in the prestigious Colonial District with its exquisite décor so typical of the region. Then we’ll visit the capital’s main government buildings.

We can enjoy the experience of visiting the capital of the Dominican Republic with its historic Colonial City.

DURATION

Full day

RELEVANT OBSERVATIONS

It is not allowed to enter the Cathedrals with shorts and / or sleeveless shirt. Please bring appropriate clothes. The order in which the different activities are carried out, may change depending on the daily operation

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers