Piantini 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
Half Day Walking Tour in the Colonial Zone of Santo Domingo
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch
Cave Horseback Ride and Beach Guided Experience
Dominican Republic: 3-Hour Chocolate Lovers Tour
Santo Domingo City Tour with Three Eyes Cenote and Lunch from Punta Cana
Our pick of the best Piantini Hotel Deals
Santo Domingo Marriott Hotel Piantini - New Hotel
Aloft Santo Domingo Piantini
Reviewed on 23 Aug. 2025
InterContinental Real Santo Domingo by IHG
Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025
Hyatt Centric Santo Domingo
Reviewed on 24 Aug. 2025
Holiday Inn Santo Domingo by IHG
Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025
JW Marriott Hotel Santo Domingo
Other neighbourhoods around Piantini
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.
Lope De Vega
When in Lope De Vega, you can plan a visit to Blue Mall and Acropolis Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown Santo Domingo
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Downtown Santo Domingo. If sightseeing is on the list, Acropolis Center is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Freddy Beras Goico Station or Juan Ulises Garcia Station to see more of the area.
Ensanche Naco
While there might not be top attractions in Ensanche Naco, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Basilica Catedral Nuestra Senora de la Altagracia and Palacio de los Deportes Virgilio Travieso Soto.
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.
La Julia
Unique features of La Julia include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Basilica Catedral Nuestra Senora de la Altagracia or La Obelisca while you're exploring the area.