El Palmar Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Malecon
This palm-fringed waterfront strip is lined with restaurants, happening clubs and five-star hotels.
Boca Chica Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Boca Chica Beach during your travels in Santo Domingo? Discover the sunsets while you're in the area.
Calle El Conde
You can find out about the history of Santo Domingo when you stop by Calle El Conde. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Colon Lighthouse and Museum
Admire the grandeur of this monument, which memorializes the explorations of Christopher Columbus and the diversity of the New World.
Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral
Find out about the history of Santo Domingo with a stop at Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
Blue Mall
During your trip to Santo Domingo, you can do some window-shopping at Blue Mall. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
SAONA ISLAND: Catamaran Boat with Open Bar, Lunch and More..
Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch
From Santo Domingo: Saona Island Day Trip w/ Lunch & Drinks
Santo Domingo City Tour with Three Eyes Cenote and Lunch from Punta Cana
Saona Island Tour From Santo Domingo with Lunch, open bar, Pickup
Our pick of the best El Palmar Hotel Deals
Dominican Fiesta Hotel
Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025
W&P Santo Domingo
Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Santo Domingo
Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025
Catalonia Santo Domingo
Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025
El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel
Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025
Hodelpa Caribe Colonial
Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around El Palmar
Los Cacicazgos
While Los Cacicazgos isn't home to many top sights, Plaza de la Bandera and Santo Domingo Country Club are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mirador Sur
While Mirador Sur may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Plaza de la Bandera and Bella Vista Mall.
Evaristo Morales
While there might not be top attractions in Evaristo Morales, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Acropolis Center and Blue Mall.
Bella Vista
While there might not be top attractions in Bella Vista, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Acropolis Center and Bella Vista Mall.
Piantini
Unique features of Piantini include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Blue Mall or Acropolis Center while you're exploring the area.
Santo Domingo Financial District
Spend some time visiting places like Blue Mall while getting to know Santo Domingo Financial District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Freddy Beras Goico Station or Pedro Mir Station to see more of the area.