Tour Overview
- ReferenceSanto Domingo "Zona Colonial"
- TypeAdventure Tours, City Tour, Theme Tours
- LocationSanto Domingo / Pedernales / Barahona
- Departure CityPedernales
- End CityPedernales
- Contact nameEdwin Carrasco
- Contact phone+1 849-357-6337
- Cancellation policyWithin (3) hours prior to arrival
- Contract Single
- Durations 4 hours
- LanguagesEnglish, French, German, Italian, Spanish
Tour Description
The tour of the Colonial Zone of Santo Domingo begins at Parque Colon, located in the heart of the historic district. This place is known as the city’s main square and is considered one of the most emblematic places in the area. Here you can enjoy colonial architecture and learn about the city’s history.
Continuing the tour, the next stop will be at Calle Las Damas, one of the oldest streets in the city and one of the most important during the colonial era. Along this street, you can appreciate the beautiful colonial houses and architecture, as well as learn some historical anecdotes related to this area.
Next, we will arrive at the Alcazar de Colon, an impressive palace built during the colonial era that was the residence of Diego Colon, son of Christopher Columbus, and his wife Maria de Toledo. This place is one of the most visited in the Colonial Zone and has a large collection of art and historical objects dating back to the 16th century.
The next stop is the Museum of the Royal Houses, a building that was constructed in 1511 and was used as the colonial government headquarters during the Spanish era. Here you can see a large collection of art and historical objects, as well as learn more about the history and culture of the Dominican Republic.
Finally, we will arrive at Calle del Conde, one of the most important and bustling streets in the city, which offers a large number of shops, restaurants, and bars. This street is ideal for enjoying a relaxing stroll and learning more about the city’s daily life.
In summary, the tour of the Colonial Zone of Santo Domingo is a unique experience that will allow you to learn about the city’s history, culture, and architecture. From Parque Colon to Calle del Conde, each place has its own story and personality, and together they form an unforgettable journey.
Tour Highlights
In this route you will visit these places:
- Parque Colón
- Calle Las Damas
- Alcazar de Colón
- Museo de las Casas Reales
- Calle "El Conde"
Know before you go
- It is recommended to wear beachwear and comfortable shoes.
- There is a maximum of (15) people per group.
- To receive a full refund for the experience, you must cancel it at least 48 hours before it starts.
- If you cancel the experience less than 24 hours before it starts, you will not receive a refund of the amount paid.
- No changes will be accepted that are made when there are less than 24 hours left before the experience starts.
- The deadline is based on the local time of the place where the experience takes place.
- Good weather is required to carry out this experience.
- If it is canceled due to bad weather conditions, another date or a full refund of the amount paid will be offered.
Tour Includes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Appetizers
- Boat transportation
- Bottled water
- Breakfast
- Certified tour guide
- Dinner
- Lifejacket
- Lodging (Glamping)
- Lodging (Hotel)
- Photographs
- Pick up and return
- Private transport
- Soda or soda
- Taxes and rates
- Typical dominican lunch
Trip Plans
Tour Program
Parque Colón
A few steps from the park, we will visit the Casa de Tostado, a 16th century colonial mansion that has been restored and is one of the best examples of colonial architecture in Santo Domingo. Duration: 30 minutes. Entrance included
Casa de Tostado
A unos pocos pasos del parque, visitaremos la Casa de Tostado, una mansión colonial del siglo XVI que ha sido restaurada y es uno de los mejores ejemplos de la arquitectura colonial de Santo Domingo. Duración: 30 minutos. Entrada incluida
Calle Las Damas
Continuing our tour, we will walk through the oldest street in America, which owes its name to the noble ladies who used to walk along it in colonial times. Here we can admire the colonial houses, their balconies and their interior patios. Duration: 30 minutes. Free entrance.
Alcázar de Colón
We will visit the impressive palace built in colonial times and which was the residence of Diego Colón, son of Christopher Columbus, and his wife María de Toledo. We will be able to see the rooms, the central patio and the exhibitions of art and historical objects dating from the 16th century. Duration: 1 hour. Entrance included.
Museo de las Casas Reales
This building was the seat of the colonial government during the Spanish era. Here we can see art exhibitions and historical objects dating from pre-Hispanic times to contemporary times, as well as learn more about the history and culture of the Dominican Republic. Duration: 1 hour. Entrance included.
Calle del Conde
We will end our tour in El Conde pedestrian street, one of the most important and busiest in the city, where we can shop and enjoy the daily life of Santo Domingo. Duration: 1 hour. Free entrance.
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