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Colonial Zone of Santo Domingo

A UNESCO World Heritage Site and the first European Settlement in the Americas

Get Away and UnPack Once in Santo Domingo

The Colonial Zone of Santo Domingo is a hidden gem of history, architecture, and culinary delights.

Stroll through the romantic cobblestone streets with vibrant Caribbean music wafting out of shops and restaurants, sleep in unique and historic boutique hotels, soak in the history, and eat some of the best food the Caribbean has to offer.

We guarantee that you won't regret adding a few days here to your Las Terrenas UnTour


UnTours in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

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What's Included

  • Add 3+ days in the Colonial Zone of Santo Domingo to a 5+ day UnTour in Las Terrenas.
  • Stays in the Colonial Zone include lodging at a historical boutique hotel (UnTours typically include apartments with kitchens, but trust us, with breakfast included at the hotel and the amazing food on offer just steps away, you won't want to be cooking).
  • Suggestions for booking your international flight from the U.S. to Santo Domingo (SDQ) airport, or we can purchase tickets on your behalf. (Click for more information on UnTours' air policies.)
  • Private transfer to and from the airport and connecting with Las Terrenas UnTour.
  • An orientation session and walking tour by our superb on-site UnGuide with current information on local events, tours, and activities.
  • One additional included activity: Neighborhood immersion experience with cable car ride.
  • Exclusive local information on our UnTours travel app for your mobile phone to have all of our recommendations at your fingertips before and throughout your trip -researched and written by UnTours staff on the ground in the Dominican Republic and full of the best restaurants, sightseeing, and other suggestions.
  • Pre-trip planning advice from our staff, available by phone or email right up until you leave.
  • Ongoing support from our local UnGuide throughout your trip. Help available when you need it.

Things to do in Santo Domingo

Day trips, Activities, and Sightseeing Opportunities:

Explore the first church in the Americas
Bicycle Tour through the city
Visit the home of Bartholemew Columbus, brother of Christopher
Learn the history of the former dictator of the DR, nicknamed “Hitler of the Caribbean”
Take a short taxi ride to Los Tres Ojos National Park
Dance the night away with locals